2025 Speaker Series
All 2025 sessions are held on Saturdays at the Schoolhouse Art Gallery at 427 Main Street in downtown Brownville, Neb., unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 402.414.2082.
JUNE 21 | 10:00am
IN CONTACT WITH NATURE | Sue Kohles
As a former employee of NSA, Sue is very familiar with the Furnas Arboretum. Her program will include a presentation and a walk highlighting the innate human connection to nature and the benefits of spending time in it.
JULY 19 | 10:00am
THE CHILDREN’S BLIZZARD | Discussion by Dr. Bill Clemente
This book, written by David Laskin, is the gripping true story of an epic prairie snowstorm that killed hundreds of newly arrived settlers and cast a shadow on the promise of the American frontier.
AUGUST 16 | 10:00am
I AM A MAN: CHIEF STANDING BEAR’S JOURNEY FOR JUSTICE | Joe Starita
Joe will share the enthralling story of how Chief Standing Bear peacefully fought for Native American rights.
SEPTEMBER 13 | 10:00am
CHALK ART DEMONSTRATION | Amy Sell
Amy Lynn Sell is a Kansas City creative artist. She uses the temporary form of chalk to create images that pull you in and make you smile and become part of your experience while you’re here.
SEPTEMBER 13 | 10:00am to 4:00pm
Brownville Street Art & Studio Tours
Artists will have their studios open for guests as well as other artists visiting Brownville with their works for sale.
DECEMBER 6
Brownville Tour of Homes | 10:00am to 4:00pm
Rohman Garden Tree Lighting & Christmas Carols | 5:30pm