Spirit of Brownville 183 Red Cloud Opera House, Red Cloud. 1 281 2 Littl e B lu e River 81 4 3 Beatrice 77 5 136 Brownville Mis HERITAGE HIGHWAY SCENIC BYWAY Miles 238 Mi. ri R i sou er v The Route From Brownville along the Missouri River west along US 136 A 238-mile stretch of Nebraska Highway 136, Heritage Highway Scenic Byway extends from historic Brownville along the banks of the Missouri River westward to Edison. The byway traverses 10 counties full of history worth preserving and exploring. 5 HISTORIC SITES TO SEE 1. The Harlan County Museum offers free admission and an interesting collection of Native American and pioneer artifacts. 2. Built in 1885 and restored in 2003, Red Cloud Opera House , the stage home of Willa Cather, transports visitors back in time to set the mood, scene and tone of the 1890s with a full schedule of performances. 3. Rock Creek Station State Historical Park encompasses 350 acres of prairie hilltops, timber-studded creek bottoms and rugged ravines. Deep ruts, carved by the wagons that traveled the Oregon and California trails, remain visible at this picturesque park. 4. Stop at Homestead National Monument of America in Beatrice and learn the importance of the Homesteading Act of 1862 in the development of the United States. 5. Experience an authentic riverboat cruise complete with paddlewheel aboard the Spirit of Brownville riverboat. Dinner cruises and sightseeing tours are offered Memorial Day to Labor Day. Small-Town Stop: BROWNVILLE With a population of about 150, this quaint historic town is filled with landmarks, shops, bookstores and an ice cream parlor. DO – Whiskey Run Creek Vineyard & Winery is historic in its location, but groundbreaking in its wine-making. SHOP – Boutique shops, art galleries and even ice cream make Historic Brownville Downtown the place to stop and shop. EAT – Lyceum Restaurant and Bookstore offers high-quality food on an ever-changing menu. STAY – River Inn Resort is a charming floating bed & breakfast right on the Missouri River. Calamus River. 48 Visit Nebraska
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