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Greater Shenandoah Historical Society

Name: Greater Shenandoah Historical Society
Address: 800 W. Sheridan Avenue, Shenandoah, IA, 51601, US
Telephone: (712) 246-1669
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The Greater Shenandoah Historical Society was established in 1971

09/18/2026

A huge thank you to First Interstate Bank for making this year’s Volunteer Day so special! ❤️

Earlier this week, we had four wonderful ladies from First Interstate Bank spend the day at the Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum helping us paint our Wabonsie Room. Their hard work is helping us prepare the space so we can expand our collections and continue sharing more of Shenandoah’s history with our community.

We are incredibly grateful not only for the generous grant First Interstate Bank provided to help make this project possible, but also for the time, energy, and helping hands they brought to the museum.

Thank you for investing in our museum and in preserving the history of our community. We truly appreciate you! 🏛️❤️

09/01/2026

We are in need of someone with a tractor and shredder to mow a parcel owned by the Museum. Waist high grass and some small trees.

08/12/2026

We’re proud to partner with AmeriCorps Seniors Volunteer Iowa RSVP to connect wonderful volunteers with opportunities at the Greater Shenandoah Historical Society!

If you’re 55 or older and looking for a meaningful way to stay involved, meet people, share your talents, and make a difference right here in our community, we’d love to have you join us. ❤️

Interested in learning more about volunteering? Contact our RSVP Coordinator, Sheri, at 712-521-8132.

Come be a part of preserving and sharing Shenandoah’s history! 🏛️📚

07/23/2026

Earlier this week, the Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum had the honor of hosting the Southwest Iowa Museums Quarterly Gathering!

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who traveled from across Southwest Iowa to join us. We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with fellow museums, exchange ideas, share our experiences, and continue working together to preserve and celebrate our region's rich history.

Thank you for making the trip, for the great conversations, and for helping make this quarter's gathering such a wonderful success. We appreciate each of you and look forward to seeing everyone again at the next meeting!

06/27/2026

🎉 Thank You! 🎉

What a wonderful way to conclude our 250th Anniversary Lecture Series! 🇺🇸

Thank you to everyone who attended our final lecture and to those who supported the series throughout the past several weeks. Your enthusiasm for local and American history made each program a success, and we are grateful for your continued support of the Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum.

A special thank you to Allan Jordan for his fascinating presentation on the American Fur Trade. His knowledge and storytelling gave us a deeper appreciation for the people, cultures, and commerce that helped shape early America. 🦫📜

We'd also like to thank everyone who participated in our Pop-Up Farmers Market and the local vendors who helped make the day even more special. Supporting local history and local businesses is what community is all about. 🛍️❤️

Finally, thank you to all of our presenters, Dave and Roxanne McFarland, Ted Goudge, and Allan Jordan, for sharing their time and expertise with our community.

As we wrap up this lecture series, we're already looking ahead to more exciting programs, exhibits, and events at the museum. We hope you'll continue to join us as we preserve, share, and celebrate the rich history of Shenandoah and beyond.

Thank you for being part of the journey! 🏛️✨

06/26/2026

⏰ Tomorrow's the day! 🇺🇸

Join us tomorrow at the Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum for another exciting installment of our 250th Anniversary Lecture Series!

🎤 Allan Jordan will take us back to the days of the American Fur Trade, exploring the people, trade routes, and stories that helped shape our nation's early history.

🛍️ Be sure to arrive early and browse our Pop-Up Farmers Market in front of the museum, featuring local vendors and unique finds.

🍦 After the lecture, treat yourself to something delicious at Koolerz, conveniently located just across the street!

📅 Tomorrow

🕥 12:00 pm

📍 Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum 💵

Free will donation

History, local shopping, and great food, all in one stop! Bring your friends and family, and join us for a wonderful Saturday in downtown Shenandoah. We can't wait to see you there! ✨🏛️

06/25/2026

🛍️☀️ Make a morning of it in downtown Shenandoah!

Before joining us for Allan Jordan's presentation on the American Fur Trade, be sure to stop by our Pop-Up Farmers Market in front of the museum! 🌽🥕🍯 Browse a variety of local vendors, support small businesses, and enjoy everything our community has to offer.

Feeling hungry or thirsty? 🍦🥤 Koolerz is just across the street, making it easy to grab a cool treat after the lecture!

There's no better way to spend your Saturday than shopping local, supporting local businesses, and learning about America's rich history, all in one place! 🇺🇸❤️

We hope to see you there!

06/24/2026

🦫🌎 What do beaver pelts, frontier traders, and the growth of America have in common?

Join us for the final installment of the Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum's 250th Anniversary Lecture Series as we welcome Allan Jordan for a fascinating presentation on the American Fur Trade.

Long before railroads and highways connected the nation, networks of trappers, traders, and Native peoples helped shape the American frontier. The fur trade influenced exploration, settlement, economics, and relationships across North America in ways that still impact us today.

📅 June 27th

🕒 12:00 PM

📍 Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum 💵

🌽🛍️ Make a morning of it! We'll have a pop-up Farmers Market set up in front of the museum featuring local vendors, making it the perfect opportunity to shop local before the presentation!

06/20/2026

👏 Thank You! 👏

A sincere thank you to everyone who joined us for today's lecture in our 250th Anniversary Series! We were delighted to see so many people come out to learn, ask questions, and share in another great morning of history and community.

A special thank you goes to Ted Goudge for his engaging presentation on The Geography of American Sports from 1776–2026. 🏈⚾🏀 His unique perspective helped us explore how sports have shaped American culture and connected communities across the nation for generations.

Be sure to check out his sports Geography maps on KMA!

We'd also like to thank Wicked Sips for keeping everyone refreshed with their delicious fresh-squeezed lemonade! 🍋

Programs like these are only possible because of the support of our attendees, presenters, volunteers, and community partners. Thank you for helping us make this lecture series a success as we continue celebrating America's 250th Anniversary. 🇺🇸✨

Stay tuned for another exciting lecture coming next Saturday!

06/19/2026

⏰ Tomorrow is the day! 🇺🇸

Join us tomorrow morning for another installment of the Greater Shenandoah Historical Museum's 250th Anniversary Lecture Series!

Ted Goudge will present "The Geography of American Sports from 1776–2026," an engaging look at how sports have influenced American culture, communities, and identity over the past 250 years. 🏈⚾🏀

🍋 Come early and enjoy fresh-squeezed lemonade from local favorite Wicked Sips!

📅 Saturday

🕥 10:30 AM

📍800 W Sheridan Ave, in the museum!

💵 Free will donation

Whether you're a sports fan, history enthusiast, or just looking for something fun to do on a Saturday morning, we'd love to see you there. Bring a friend and help us continue celebrating America's 250th Anniversary! 🎉🇺🇸

Address

800 W. Sheridan Avenue
Shenandoah, IA
51601

Opening Hours

Wednesday	1pm - 4pm
Thursday	1pm - 4pm
Friday	1pm - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

Telephone

(712) 246-1669

Website

http://shenandoahhistoricalsociety.org/

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