Nebraska Historical Markers are used to commemorate significant events, people, places, sites and traditions in Nebraska. The Nebraska State Historical Society is responsible for overseeing the historical marker program in Nebraska. No marker shall be placed without the consent of the Historical Society.

Most often, markers are proposed by local organizations or government entities. The topic and text of the proposed markers must be approved by the Nebraska State Historical committe.

It is preferred that markers be located on public property, or property that is owned by a non-profit organization. It is rare that a historical marker is approved for placement on individually-owned private property in Nebraska. Frequently, markers are placed along a state highway, if not, the sponsoring organization must submit written approval from the owner of the property where the marker is to be placed. Organizations sponsoring a Nebraska historical marker receive a credit line at the bottom of the marker.

You can view a list of Historical Markers in Nebraska by clicking this link. Browse through the list, and click the title of the Historical Marker you wish to view details for. You can view the text of the marker, the county it is located in, the city it is located in or near, as well as the full text of the marker, and basic directions to its location. You may also use the menu on the left of this page, to browse the same list by County or City where the historical marker is located.

The text's of the marker's was obtained from the Nebraska State Historical Society website.   I have tried to correct misspellings and grammatical errors in the content where found, if you wish, you may also view the Nebraska Historical Marker texts   on their website as well.

Historical Markers are displayed on a cast aluminum plaque, with silver letters against a blue background, and display the Nebraska state seal.

There are three different marker designs;