Our Mission
In the renovated Warren Opera
House Building, we.....
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provide a community gathering place,
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present educational, cultural, and historical experiences and
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produce economic benefit.
Help Us “Move Up” to the Opera House Renovation!
Friend, NE is home to the Warren Building, a national treasure built in the 1880s by Joshua Warren, featuring a second-floor Opera House that has remained unchanged since 1920. In 1988, it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places, highlighting its historical significance.
Other Ways to Help
Help us spread the word about our amazing 1880s Opera House and the exciting renovation project! Join us for special events, invite your friends for unforgettable performances, and consider our affordable rentals with catering and adult beverage options for your next celebration!
Free Events
All Events held at:
Friend Historical Society, San Carlo Room
20
SEP
The First NE Volunteers
Brass Band
Sunday 2pm
Civil War Music • Uniforms • Instruments • Narration
Learn about Civil War veterans buried in Friend cemeteries
25
OCT
Mark Vyhlidal Variety Band Halloween Party
Sunday 2pm
Music • Dancing • Food • Costumes welcome
4
NOV
Friend Historical
Society Annual Update
Wednesday 7pm
Social Hour
6
DEC
Christmas Blast of Brass
Sunday 2-5pm
Tuba ensemble • Cookies
9
DEC
Community Christmas Celebration
Wednesday 5pm
10
JAN
Celebrate The Magic of
The New Year
Sunday 2pm
Gail Becwar • Magician • Fun for all ages
13
FEB
Celebrate Valentine's Day
Saturday 5-8pm
Hillbilly Deluxe Band • Music • Food
7
MAR
Milligan Czech
Brass Band Performance
Sunday 1-3pm
Music • Dancing • Food
13
JUN
Yorkshire Theater Melodrama
Saturday 2pm
Popcorn • Laughs • For All Ages
Special Occasion Dates
BY RESERVATION ONLY
10
APR
Annual Historical Society Gala
Saturday
Dinner • Music • Live & Silent Auctions
Call Chere Tuttle 402-525-0141
Free Events
All Events held at:
Friend Historical Society, San Carlo Room
511 Second Street Friend, NE
20
SEP
20
SEP
2026
First NE Volunteers Brass Band
Sunday 2pm
Civil War • Music • Uniforms • Instruments • Narration
Learn About Civil War Veterans Buried in Friend Cemeteries
25
OCT
2026
Mark Vyhlidal Variety Band Halloween Party
Sunday 2pm
Music • Dancing • Food • Costumes Welcome
4
NOV
2026
4
NOV
2026
2026
Historical Society Open House
Wednesday 6:30pm
6:30pm Updates
7:00pm Social Hour
20
SEP
2026
20
SEP
The First NE Volunteers
Brass Band
Sunday 2pm
Civil War Music • Uniforms • Instruments • Narration
Learn about Civil War veterans buried in Friend cemeteries
25
OCT
Mark Vyhlidal Variety Band Halloween Party
Sunday 2pm
Music • Dancing • Food • Costumes welcome
2026
25
OCT
Mark Vyhlidal Variety Band Halloween Party
Sunday 2pm
Music • Dancing • Food • Costumes welcome
25
OCT
2026
Free Events
All Events held at:
Friend Historical Society, San Carlo Room
20
SEP
The First NE Volunteers
Brass Band
Sunday 2pm
Civil War Music • Uniforms • Instruments • Narration
Learn about Civil War veterans buried in Friend cemeteries
20
SEP
2026
6
DEC
2026
6
DEC
2026
2026
Christmas Blast of Brass
Sunday 2-5pm
Brass Ensemble • Cookies
9
DEC
2026
9
DEC
2026
2026
Community Christmas Celebration
Wednesday 5pm
10
JAN
2027
10
JAN
2027
2027
Celebrate The Magic of
The New Year
Sunday 2pm
Gail Becwar, Magician
• Fun For All Ages
13
FEB
2027
13
FEB
2027
Hillbilly Deluxe Band Valentine's Day Party
Saturday 5-8pm
Music • Dancing • Food
2027
7
MAR
2027
7
MAR
2027
2027
Milligan Czech Brass Band
Sunday 1-3pm
Performance • Music • Dancing • Food
13
JUN
2027
13
JUN
2027
2027
Yorkshire Theater Melodrama
Sunday 2pm
Popcorn • Laughs • For All Ages
Special Occasion Dates
BY RESERVATION ONLY
Special Occasion Dates
BY RESERVATION ONLY
Special Occasion Dates
BY RESERVATION ONLY
10
APR
2027
10
APR
2027
2027
Annual Historical Society Gala
Saturday 5:30pm
Social Hour • Dinner • Music • Silent & Live Auctions • Fun
Call Chere Tuttle 402-525-0141
7-11
JUN
2027
7-11
JUN
2027
2027
Rock'n Around Broadway
Musical Children's Theatre Camp Ages 6–15
Singing • Dancing • Acting • Friday Performance
Contact Leah Arington - lincolnchildrenstheatre.org
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Our Location
Come and see us at
511 2nd St, Friend, NE 68359
Mailing Address
PO Box 174, Friend, NE 6835
Email Address