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724 South 12th Street
Omaha, Nebraska
402-341-7130 |
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The airy, studio-like, atmosphere showcases ever-changing, always-impressive art exhibitions. Visitors can experience remarkable works by both seasoned artists and new talent in the three galleries. Founded in 1981 by four artists, the successful artists-in-industry (unused industrial space) program later moved into the former Bemis Bag Warehouse. In the mid-1990s, with the need for more artists-in-residence space, the former McCord-Brady wholesale grocery warehouse was...
Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free.
The airy, studio-like, atmosphere showcases ever-changing, always-impressive art exhibitions. Visitors can experience remarkable works by both seasoned artists and new talent in the three galleries. Founded in 1981 by four artists, the successful artists-in-industry (unused industrial space) program later moved into the former Bemis Bag Warehouse. In the mid-1990s, with the need for more artists-in-residence space, the former McCord-Brady wholesale grocery warehouse was purchased and serves as its current home. Hours & Admission
Tuesday to Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Neighborhood
Arts District Location
In the heart of Omaha's arts district, just south of the downtown’s Old Market District at 12th St. and Leavenworth St.
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3200 US Highway 20
Crawford, Nebraska
308-665-2919 |
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Located at Fort Robinson State Park, the museum is housed in the 1905 headquarters building and covers the time period from the 1870s, when it guarded the Red Cloud Agency, a precursor to an Indian reservation, and an active site during the Sioux Indian War and with Crazy Horse, to the time Buffalo soldiers were based here to a prison for Germans captured during World War II. Other historic structures from the early 1900s remain including a blacksmith shop, guardhouse, officer’s quarters...
Hours & Admission
Late May to early September, Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. early September to late May, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Open summer holidays; closed major holidays. Directions
Three miles west of Crawford on U.S. Highway 20. Photo Courtesy: Nebraska State Historical Society
Located at Fort Robinson State Park, the museum is housed in the 1905 headquarters building and covers the time period from the 1870s, when it guarded the Red Cloud Agency, a precursor to an Indian reservation, and an active site during the Sioux Indian War and with Crazy Horse, to the time Buffalo soldiers were based here to a prison for Germans captured during World War II. Other historic structures from the early 1900s remain including a blacksmith shop, guardhouse, officer’s quarters and vet hospital, as this was home to the K-9 corp. Hours & Admission
Late May to early September, Monday to Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. early September to late May, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Open summer holidays; closed major holidays. Location
Northwest Nebraska. Directions
Three miles west of Crawford on U.S. Highway 20. Photo Courtesy: Nebraska State Historical Society
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455 North 10th Street
Omaha, Nebraska |
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The Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center’s 250,000-square foot facility is complimented by a $2 million public art project, “Illumina.” The display, consisting of more than 40 sculptures, was inspired by the 13th century Carnival of Venice and designed by Omaha artist Matthew Placzek. According to Placzek’s Web site, the project is “anchored by a magnificent, illuminated 35-foot stainless steel clock, Illumina features oversized bronze figures including a Mardi Gras celebrant, French mime, juggler, saxophonist, horn player and a 14-foot tall stilts walker....
Hours & Admission
Daily dawn to dusk. Free. Directions
From Des Moines, Iowa, take Interstate 80 (I-80) west to Interstate 29 (I-29) north. In Council Bluffs, Iowa, I-29 merges with I-80. Exit 1A and continue on I-29 north and then exit on Interstate 480 (I-480) west. Cross the Missouri River bridge and take exit 4 (Dodge St.). Travel on Dodge St. and at 10th St., turn right. The facility is on the right.
From Sioux City, Iowa, take Interstate 29 (I-29) south and then take exit 53B to Interstate 480 (I-480) west. Cross the Missouri River bridge and take exit 4 (Dodge St.). Travel on Dodge St. and at 10th St., turn right. The facility is on the right.
From West Omaha, take Interstate 80 (I-80) east to Interstate 480 (I-480) north/U.S. Highway 75 north/Downtown. From I-480, take exit 3A (14th St.) and travel south one-half block. At Capitol Ave., turn left and travel to 10th St. and turn left. The facility will be on the right.
From North Omaha, take Interstate 680 (I-680) and exit 30th St. and travel for 2.9 miles. Stay left. After Fort St. veer left toward North Freeway.
Option 1 - stay left at the Interstate 480 (I-480) split. From I-480 east, take exit 3A (14th St.) and travel south one-half block. At Capitol Ave., turn left and travel to 10th St. and turn left. The facility will be on the right.
Option 2 - turn on Storz Expressway, toward Eppley Airfield, which becomes Abbott Dr. Travel approx nine miles to 10th St. and turn left. Photo Courtesy: Qwest Center Omaha
The Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center’s 250,000-square foot facility is complimented by a $2 million public art project, “Illumina.” The display, consisting of more than 40 sculptures, was inspired by the 13th century Carnival of Venice and designed by Omaha artist Matthew Placzek. According to Placzek’s Web site, the project is “anchored by a magnificent, illuminated 35-foot stainless steel clock, Illumina features oversized bronze figures including a Mardi Gras celebrant, French mime, juggler, saxophonist, horn player and a 14-foot tall stilts walker. Numerous multi-colored spheres also adorn the arena lobby…an illuminated sphere sculpture produces a state-of-the-art, energized light show in the evenings… The entire sculpture...consists of more than 2,000 LED lights, 4,000 pounds of bronze, 28,000 pounds of stainless steel and 360 tons of concrete…” Hours & Admission
Daily dawn to dusk. Free. Location
Along 10th St. (east side) of the Qwest Center Omaha Convention Center and Arena. Parking
Surface lots on the east and the west sides of 10th St. Directions
From Des Moines, Iowa, take Interstate 80 (I-80) west to Interstate 29 (I-29) north. In Council Bluffs, Iowa, I-29 merges with I-80. Exit 1A and continue on I-29 north and then exit on Interstate 480 (I-480) west. Cross the Missouri River bridge and take exit 4 (Dodge St.). Travel on Dodge St. and at 10th St., turn right. The facility is on the right.
From Sioux City, Iowa, take Interstate 29 (I-29) south and then take exit 53B to Interstate 480 (I-480) west. Cross the Missouri River bridge and take exit 4 (Dodge St.). Travel on Dodge St. and at 10th St., turn right. The facility is on the right.
From West Omaha, take Interstate 80 (I-80) east to Interstate 480 (I-480) north/U.S. Highway 75 north/Downtown. From I-480, take exit 3A (14th St.) and travel south one-half block. At Capitol Ave., turn left and travel to 10th St. and turn left. The facility will be on the right.
From North Omaha, take Interstate 680 (I-680) and exit 30th St. and travel for 2.9 miles. Stay left. After Fort St. veer left toward North Freeway.
Option 1 - stay left at the Interstate 480 (I-480) split. From I-480 east, take exit 3A (14th St.) and travel south one-half block. At Capitol Ave., turn left and travel to 10th St. and turn left. The facility will be on the right.
Option 2 - turn on Storz Expressway, toward Eppley Airfield, which becomes Abbott Dr. Travel approx nine miles to 10th St. and turn left. Photo Courtesy: Qwest Center Omaha
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West Elm Street and Washington Street
Bancroft, Nebraska
402-648-3388 |
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Celebrate the life of Nebraska’s poet laureate and author, who lived in Bancroft from 1900 to 1920 and wrote in a one-room study and worked at the local newspaper. In the Neihardt Center discover his various works and the endearing friendships he had with local Native Americans.
Hours & Admission
March to November, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., December to February, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Directions
From State Highway 16, take W. Elm St. west to Washington St. Photo Courtesy: Neihardt State Historic Site
Celebrate the life of Nebraska’s poet laureate and author, who lived in Bancroft from 1900 to 1920 and wrote in a one-room study and worked at the local newspaper. In the Neihardt Center discover his various works and the endearing friendships he had with local Native Americans. Hours & Admission
March to November, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., December to February, Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free. Location
North-northwest of Omaha. Directions
From State Highway 16, take W. Elm St. west to Washington St. Photo Courtesy: Neihardt State Historic Site
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4730 South Street
Lincoln, Nebraska
402-483-7551 |
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This unique museum presents the history of roller skating through displays of skates - speed, inline, recreation, hockey and derby competition, plus costumes, manufacturers, skaters, artwork and memorabilia. Discover how skating has changed over time. Hours & Admission
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Free.
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21502 West State Highway 31
Gretna, Nebraska
402-332-3901 |
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The Ak-Sar-Ben Aquarium is home to fish, plus terrariums with turtles and frogs, all native to and common to Nebraska. Visitors will see bass, minnows, trout, gar, sunfish, walleye, perch, catfish, shiners, sturgeon and paddlefish, among others. Also housed at the Schramm State Recreational Area is the Gretna Fish Hatchery Museum*. Nebraska spelled backwards, is...
Hours & Admission
December to March, Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., April to late May Wednesday to Monday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., late May to early September, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., early September to November, Wednesday to Monday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From Interstate 80 (I-80), take exit 432 and travel six miles south on State Highway 31.
The Ak-Sar-Ben Aquarium is home to fish, plus terrariums with turtles and frogs, all native to and common to Nebraska. Visitors will see bass, minnows, trout, gar, sunfish, walleye, perch, catfish, shiners, sturgeon and paddlefish, among others. Also housed at the Schramm State Recreational Area is the Gretna Fish Hatchery Museum*. Nebraska spelled backwards, is the name of the civic and philanthropic organization that helped create the aquarium. (*see separate listing) Hours & Admission
December to March, Wednesday to Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., April to late May Wednesday to Monday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., late May to early September, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., early September to November, Wednesday to Monday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Location
Southwest of Omaha at Schramm State Recreational Area on the Platte River, nine miles south of Gretna on State Highway 31. Directions
From Interstate 80 (I-80), take exit 432 and travel six miles south on State Highway 31. |
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631 D Street
Lincoln, Nebraska
402-474-3363 |
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This museum collects, preserves and shares information tied to the history, culture, heritage and genealogy of German settlers, who are descendants from the Russian Empire. They maintain a library, a maps collection and translated genealogy materials. Translation services are available. Hours & Admission
Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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Bob Kerrey Pedestrian Bridge
705 Riverfront Drive
Omaha, Nebraska
402-444-5900 |
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Named after the former Nebraska senator, the bridge is the longest pedestrian bridge connecting two states - Omaha, Nebraska to the west and Council Bluffs, Iowa, to the east. Its S-shape is representative of the Missouri River that flows 60 feet below the center of the span. The cable stay bridge connects nearly 150 miles of trails on each side of the bridge. In Omaha, the plaza at the base of the bridge features public art designed by Japanese artist Makoto Sei Watanabe - 16.5-feet...
Hours & Admission
24/7. Free. Directions
From Interstate 480 (I-480), exit 14th St. toward Old Market District/Eppley Airfield. At N. 14th St., turn right and at U.S. Highway 6 (Douglas St.) east, turn left. Stay right to continue to on Douglas St. At S. Eighth St., turn left and at Dodge St., turn right. Travel approx. one-tenths of a mile to the facility.
Named after the former Nebraska senator, the bridge is the longest pedestrian bridge connecting two states - Omaha, Nebraska to the west and Council Bluffs, Iowa, to the east. Its S-shape is representative of the Missouri River that flows 60 feet below the center of the span. The cable stay bridge connects nearly 150 miles of trails on each side of the bridge. In Omaha, the plaza at the base of the bridge features public art designed by Japanese artist Makoto Sei Watanabe - 16.5-feet tall fiber optic grass that blows in the wind, plus "River Critters" playground. A total of 26 dancing water jets provide children the chance to run through them and get wet during the day. At night the mood changes and the fountain is combined with a colorful light display. Council Bluffs landing provides access to Playland Park. Hours & Admission
24/7. Free. Location
North of Interstate 480 (I-480)/U.S. Highway 6, overlooking the Missouri River. Parking
On Riverfront Drive at Lewis & Clark Landing, the National Park Service and Miller’s Landing. Directions
From Interstate 480 (I-480), exit 14th St. toward Old Market District/Eppley Airfield. At N. 14th St., turn right and at U.S. Highway 6 (Douglas St.) east, turn left. Stay right to continue to on Douglas St. At S. Eighth St., turn left and at Dodge St., turn right. Travel approx. one-tenths of a mile to the facility. |
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North 137th Street and West Dodge Road
Omaha, Nebraska
402-498-1140 |
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Founded in 1917 by Father Edward Flanagan as a home for boys, it was made famous by the 1938 movie starring Mickey Rooney and Spencer Tracy. Today, the 900-acre village-like campus serves boys and girls by providing provide help, healing and hope to severely at-risk, abused, abandoned and neglected children. Boys Town offers visitors a unique journey through their past in the Hall of History, the former dining hall. See Father Flanagan’s original home that serves as now a museum, the...
Hours & Admission
Visitor center: Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Hall of History: September to April, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. May to August, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Summer holiday hours. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From Kansas City, take Interstate 29 (I-29) north to Interstate 80 (I-80) west to Interstate 680 (I-680) north. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Des Moines, Iowa, take Interstate 80 (I-80) west to Interstate 680 (I-680) north. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Sioux Falls, take Interstate 29 (I-29) south to Interstate 680 (I-680) south. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Lincoln, take Interstate 80 (I-80) east to Interstate 680 (I-680) north. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Fremont, take U.S. Highway 275 to W. Dodge Rd. and then take Dodge St. east. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a right. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
Founded in 1917 by Father Edward Flanagan as a home for boys, it was made famous by the 1938 movie starring Mickey Rooney and Spencer Tracy. Today, the 900-acre village-like campus serves boys and girls by providing provide help, healing and hope to severely at-risk, abused, abandoned and neglected children. Boys Town offers visitors a unique journey through their past in the Hall of History, the former dining hall. See Father Flanagan’s original home that serves as now a museum, the three-acre Garden of the Bible, as well as Gothic-style Dowd Chapel, adjacent to the shrine honoring the founder of Boys Town, and a rose garden. The Leon Myers Stamp Center, housed in the visitor center, is geared towards children and the various exhibits promote stamp collecting as a hobby. Hours & Admission
Visitor center: Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Hall of History: September to April, Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. May to August, Monday to Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Sunday 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Summer holiday hours. Closed major holidays. Admission. Tours
Self-guided audio tour; fee. Location
Western Omaha. Directions
From Kansas City, take Interstate 29 (I-29) north to Interstate 80 (I-80) west to Interstate 680 (I-680) north. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Des Moines, Iowa, take Interstate 80 (I-80) west to Interstate 680 (I-680) north. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Sioux Falls, take Interstate 29 (I-29) south to Interstate 680 (I-680) south. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Lincoln, take Interstate 80 (I-80) east to Interstate 680 (I-680) north. In Omaha at Dodge St., exit and travel west. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a left and travel under the bridge. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left.
From Fremont, take U.S. Highway 275 to W. Dodge Rd. and then take Dodge St. east. Exit at Boys Town and at the bottom on the hill, take a right. Once on campus, take the first left and travel to the visitor center on the left. |
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Chimney Rock Road
Bayard, Nebraska
308-586-2581 |
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Located on the California, Mormon and Oregon trails, this natural attraction served as a landmark to those pioneers heading westward.
A visitor center houses artifacts relative to westward expansion and also presents a video on the same topic. Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
1.5 miles south of U.S. Highway 92 on Chimney Rock Rd. |
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