National Register Listing

Emmanuel Lutheran Church

1500 Hickory St., Dakota City, NE
Local significance of the building:
Politics/government; Architecture

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 1969.

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.

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In 1888, Nebraska became the first state to hold a statewide referendum, in which citizens could vote directly on proposed laws.
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Dakota County is situated in the northeastern part of the state of Nebraska. The area that is now Dakota County was originally inhabited by various Native American tribes, including the Omaha, Ponca, and Otoe-Missouria tribes. European settlers began arriving in the area in the early 1800s, engaging in fur trading and establishing trading posts along the Missouri River.

In 1854, the Kansas-Nebraska Act was passed, which opened up the region to further settlement. Dakota County was officially established on February 1, 1856, and named after the Dakota Sioux Native American tribe. The county seat was initially established in Covington, but was later moved to its current location of Dakota City.

During the mid-1800s, Dakota County became an important stop along the Missouri River for steamboats and river trade. The arrival of the Sioux City & Pacific Railroad in 1870 further contributed to the growth and development of the county. Agriculture played a significant role in the county's economy, with the fertile land providing ideal conditions for the cultivation of crops such as corn, wheat, and soybeans.

Over the years, Dakota County has continued to evolve and grow. Numerous industries have found success in the area, including manufacturing and healthcare. The county is also home to the Dakota County Fair, which has been celebrated annually since 1880. Today, Dakota County is a vibrant community that combines its rich history with modern amenities, making it an attractive place to live and visit.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Dakota County, Nebraska.

  • 1854: Dakota County is established by the Nebraska Territorial Legislature
  • 1856: First white settlers arrive in the area
  • 1858: Dakota City is founded as the county seat
  • 1862: Dakota County is greatly impacted by the Dakota War of 1862 in neighboring Minnesota
  • 1867: The Omaha Tribe cedes their land in Dakota County through a treaty
  • 1880: Union Pacific Railroad reaches Dakota County
  • 1905: South Sioux City is established as a separate municipality
  • 1920s: Prohibition leads to an increase in bootlegging and organized crime in Dakota County
  • 1930s: The Great Depression hits Dakota County hard, causing economic struggles
  • 1942: Sioux Army Ordnance Plant is constructed near Dakota City during World War II
  • 1973: The Sioux Army Ordnance Plant is closed
  • 1990s: The construction of the Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan System (SIMS) boosts economic growth in the area