By The Explore Nebraska History team
Scouting was introduced to Papillion in 1913 with the formation of Boy Scout Troop 1. In 1921, the village granted permission to the troop’s scoutmaster, Rev. B. Johansen, to build a log cabin as the…

By The Explore Nebraska History team
The Columban Fathers were founded in Ireland by Fathers Edward Galvin (later Bishop) and John Blowick for missionary work in China. Recognized by the Vatican in 1918, the society is named for St.…

By The Explore Nebraska History team
The Springfield Community Hall was constructed between 1938 and 1940 by the Works Progress Administration, a national relief program during the Great Depression. Construction of the hall, using…