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Washington County is located north of Douglas County along the Missouri River. This eastern Nebraska county is named after our country first president and is home to Blair, Fort Calhoun and Arlington. Blair, population 8,000, is its largest city and county seat.
Washington County is rich in Western history. Fur trappers traded with Native Americans here before Nebraska became a state in 1867. Explorers Lewis and Clark blazed a trail through here in 1804. The area’s history is preserved at the Washington County Historical Museum in Fort Calhoun.
Learn more about Washington County by contacting the Blair Area Chamber of Commerce at blairchamber.org or (402) 533-4455.
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Washington County Historical Museum
Staff at the Washington County Historical Museum in Fort Calhoun proudly proclaim it as Nebraska's oldest county museum. A display of Thomas Edison's inventions and fine China from the ...
ACME Fabric & Quilt Co.
ACME Fabric & Quilt Co. caters to all your sewing and quilting needs. If you're looking for fabric, classes, notions, patterns or books, check out this store in Blair....
DeSoto Bend National Wildlife Refuge
DeSoto Bend National Wildlife Refuge is located six miles east of Blair on the Missouri River. The refuge’s 8,365 acres of wetlands are a scenic place to visit year-round, ...
Bra-ta Boutique
Bra-ta offers the latest in women's fashions. This downtown Blair boutique specializes in stocking selections that are affordable, stylish and unique....
Too Far North
Despite its name, Too Far North is only about 20 miles north of downtown Omaha in Ft. Calhoun. This wine bar and tap house is located in a historic 1904 brick ...
Heartland Tasting Room & Tap House
Heartland Tasting Room & Tap House in Blair features wines and craft beers. They host a variety of events year-round, including trivia nights, fashion shows, comedians and more....
Tighe It With A Bow
Tighe It With A Bow features handmade jewelry and repurposed furniture in downtown Blair. This small shop is chock-full with interesting home decor and unique, one-of-a-kind items....
Cottonwood Cove Marina
Enjoy a full restaurant, bar and live entertainment at the Cottonwood Cove Marina. This popular Blair watering hole is located on the banks of the Missouri River....
Bark Boutique & Paw Spa
Bark Boutique & Paw Spa pampers canines in Blair. Caring companions can also treat man's best friend to a do-it-yourself wash....
River Wilds Golf Club
Golfers flock to River Wilds Golf Club in Blair. The 18-hole course has tee boxes for golfers of all abilities. Check out the club's signature 14th hole....
Fort Atkinson State Historical Park
Fort Atkinson State Historical Park includes reconstructed barracks, an armorer’s shop and a council house in Fort Calhoun. The first army outpost west of the Missouri, Fort Atkinson ...
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