HISTORY/CULTURE
Historical Attractions

Thousands of people on their way west traveled through Central Nebraska on wagons and horseback, but our historical treasures include much more. The listings below are just a sample. Contact a specific city/county to learn more.

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100th Meridian Museum 
206 East 8th, Cozad, NE MAP IT
Come visit this unique historical museum! DETAILS
Anna Bemis Palmer Museum 
Seventh and Grant Avenue (in the York Community Center), York, NE MAP IT
Considered one of the finest historical museums in Nebraska, slip back in time and lose yourself in the days of old. DETAILS
Arrowhead - Pawnee Earth Lodge 
Located off the Interstate, Goehner, NE MAP IT
One of the finest reproductions of an earth lodge in the Midwest. DETAILS
Bartels Rock & Mineral Museum 
800 N Columbia - On Concordia University Campus, Seward, NE MAP IT
A remarkable display with specimens from all over the world! DETAILS
Burwell Bridge 
Northern edge of Burwell, Burwell, NE MAP IT
Come and view one of the longest cantilevered beam structured bridges, built in 1940. DETAILS
Chautauqua Pavilion 
2200 W 3rd St, Hastings, NE MAP IT
This historic outdoor pavilion was built in 1907. DETAILS
Cookbooks by Morris Press 
3212 E. Highway 30, Kearney, NE MAP IT
Thousands of cookbooks from all 50 states are featured here. DETAILS
Cowboy Hang-Time 
Downtown Business District Entrance, Burwell, NE MAP IT
Capturing the town's heritage and welcoming all, this 6-foot bronze statue is in the downtown business district. DETAILS
Dawson County Historical Museum 
805 N. Taft, Lexington, NE MAP IT
Come and explore history in the making! DETAILS
Downtown Hastings 
2nd & Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE MAP IT
A unique shopping and dining destination. DETAILS
Fisher Fountain 
12th St. & Denver Ave., Hastings, NE MAP IT
An outdoor water and light display nestled in a quiet park. DETAILS
Fort Hartsuff State Historical Park 
82038 Fort Avenue, Elyria, NE MAP IT
Come see an important part of Nebraska's history during the late 1800s. DETAILS
Fort Kearney Museum & Glass Bottom Boat Rides 
131 S. Central Avenue, Kearney, NE MAP IT
An historical museum that features exhibits from across the globe, plus glass-bottom boat rides. DETAILS
Fort Kearny State Historical Park & Recreation Area 
1020 V Road, Kearney, NE MAP IT
Outdoor fun for the whole family near the historical interpretive center of Fort Kearny. DETAILS
Frank House 
2010 W 24th St, Kearney, NE MAP IT
This 1889 home is on National Register of Historic Places and features Victorian-period pieces. DETAILS
 
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