"150 at 150" Author, Jeff Barnes, Speaks

“150 at 150” Author, Jeff Barnes, Speaks at Homestead National Monument of America on Sunday, July 8 Homestead National Monument of America will welcome Historian Jeff Barnes, for a presentation and book signing on Sunday, July 8, 2018. Barnes’s presentation will begin at 2:00 p.m. in the Homestead Education Center, after which he will be signing copies of his book. Barnes’s recently published book, 150@150: Nebraska’s Landmark Buildings at the State’s Sesquicentennial, is a celebration of Nebraska in its 150th anniversary of statehood. Barnes traveled throughout Nebraska to support his book which examines the architectural history of Nebraska including the earliest buildings constructed by newcomers to the territory, its most recognizable landmarks, and the newest and most dynamic structures designed by the architectural firms of today. The book is presented by the Architectural Foundation of Nebraska and the American Institute of Architects, Nebraska Chapter. Barnes’s book can be found in the Eastern National bookstores located at both the Homestead Heritage and Education centers. “We are excited to welcome Barnes to Homestead” said Homestead National Monument of America Superintendent Mark Engler. “His book examines the history of architecture in Nebraska but also provides a different perspective on how the architecture call tell the history.” Remember, Homestead National Monument of America has an exciting schedule of events planned for 2018. Keep up with the latest information by following us on Twitter (HomesteadNM) and Facebook (HomesteadNM). Homestead National Monument of America is a unit of the National Park Service located four miles west of Beatrice, Nebraska and 45 miles south of Lincoln. Hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. every day through Labor Day. Admission is free of charge. For additional information, please call 402-223-3514 or visit http://www.nps.gov/home/. EXPERIENCE YOUR AMERICA TM The National Park Service cares for special places saved by the American people so that all may experience our heritage.