About Us
Our Mission:
The Hemingford Chamber of Commerce is committed to strengthening local businesses, enhancing community pride, and fostering connections that support the growth and vitality of Hemingford. We champion the entrepreneurial spirit, celebrate our small-town values, and work together to make Hemingford a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.
Our Leadership
- President: Blanche Randolph
- Vice President: Jim Keegan
- Treasurer: Tiffany McGowan
- Secretary: Cindy Jones
Our Roots
Hemingford was first settled in 1885 by Canadian immigrants and officially platted a year later by the Lincoln Land Company, who named the town after the settlers’ former home in Hemmingsford, Canada. Early on, Hemingford played a central role in county affairs, briefly serving as the Box Butte County seat before it was relocated to Alliance in 1899.
In the early 20th century, Hemingford earned the title “Potato Capital of the World,” shipping nearly 2,000 carloads of potatoes in 1930. Known for its strong agricultural roots, Hemingford remains a vital part of Nebraska’s northern Panhandle today, proud of its heritage and the people who have shaped it.