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Grand Island, Nebraska

Located in Hall County, Nebraska, Grand Island was established in 1857. Nearby Platte River hosts the world's largest sandhill crane migration — 500,000+ birds. Third largest city in Nebraska.
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Founded 1857 | Population 53,000 | Peak 53,000 (2024) | County Hall County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Grand Island, Nebraska

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1857Founded: Platte River community.
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1867Union Pacific: Railroad town.
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1872Incorporated: Grand Island was officially incorporated as a city.
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2010Modern Era: Grand Island continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1857 Culture
Founded
1867 Transport
Union Pacific
1872 Government
Incorporated
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Nearby Platte River hosts the world's largest sandhill crane migration — 500,000+ birds.
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Third largest city in Nebraska.
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Major meatpacking and agricultural processing center.
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Grand Island is located in Hall County, Nebraska.
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Grand Island was founded in 1857.
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