Do, Eat & Stay KEY: See & Do Eat Stay Avoca Bloom Where You’re Planted Farm and Pumpkin Patch 911 108th St. Located in the quiet countryside on an authentic family farm. Available for parties and field trips. Check the website for a listing of activities and events. Open third Sat. in Sept. through Halloween: Fri, 1-6 pm; Sat -Sun, 10 am -6 pm; or by appt. (402) 267-4104 Beatrice Big Blue Water Park 1200 Scott St . Swimming and outdoor recreation. Including a 9,000-sq.-ft., zero-depth pool, youth pool with fountain bubbler and toys, 124-ft. loop waterslide, 8-ft.-wide river slide, two diving boards, shade structures, sand volleyball courts, bathhouse and concessions. (402) 228-4114 Gage County Fairgrounds 1115 W. Scott St . Beautiful fairground facilities with asphalt roads. Building rental available. (402) 223-3247 gagecountyfair.com beatrice.ne.gov Gage County Historical Museum 101 N. 2nd St . Located in the 1906 Burlington Passenger Train Station. The museum offers insight into the people, genealogy, railroads, industries, medical and agricultural history of Gage County. Learn about the home of Dempster windmills and Beatrice Foods, and actors Robert Taylor and Harold Lloyd. (402) 228-1679 bloompumpkinpatch.com Burwood Books / Mother-to-Mother Ministry 609 Court St. (402) 223-6042 The Old Avoca Schoolhouse 504 Garfield St. The historic Old Avoca Schoolhouse was built in 1925 and has been the home of the Schoolhouse Performance Series since 1990. Music lessons, workshops, fiddle camps, and field trips are offered by schoolhouse residents and are available by appointment. C & C Specialty Market 2312 N 6 St . C & C Specialty Market is a retail outlet for C & C Processing of Diller. We offer beef and pork specialty items such as summer sausage, bratwurst, bacon, ham, snack sticks, jerky and more. We also have fresh steaks, roast, chops and cheeses. Plus a large selection of craft beers and wines. (402) 230-9296 gagecountymuseum.info Hidden Acres 5536 W. Lilac Rd. Expanded to 18 holes from the original 9, this course incorporates the natural lay of the land and foliage for an especially challenging game-with plenty of scenic vistas. (402) 275-3221 greenblattandseay.com bluevalleybrand.com (402) 228-2146 Bancroft John G. Neihardt State Historic Site 306 W. Elm St . This branch museum of the Nebraska State Historical Society is dedicated to preserving and promoting the life and work of John G. Neihardt, Poet Laureate of Nebraska in Perpetuity and author of numerous works, including “Black Elk Speaks.” The site features an educational center, museum, research library, special exhibits and more. (402) 648-3388 Chief Standing Bear Trail 917 S 11th St . Chief Standing Bear Trail follows the former Union Pacific Railroad line, starting in Beatrice, along the east side of the Big Blue River and flows through Holmesville, Blue Springs, Wymore and Barneston and connects to the Kansas Blue River Rail Trail at the Kansas border. The total trail runs about 37 miles from Beatrice to Marysville, KS. Holiday Inn Express 4005 N. 6th Manager’s reception Mon-Thu, 5-7 pm. (402) 228-7000 hiexpress.com/beatricene Homestead National Monument of America 8523 W. NE Hwy. 4, 4 mi. W. of Beatrice The Homestead Act had an immediate and endurable effect on America that is still felt today. Under this law, more than 270 million acres were turned over to individuals. Homestead National Monument of America commemorates the lives and accomplishments of all pioneers and the changes brought on by this act. The park includes the Daniel Freeman site, museum exhibits and videos, historic structures, hiking trails and more. Free. Trails are open until dark. (402) 223-3514 neihardtcenter.org chiefstandingbear.org Community Players Battle Creek Battle Creek Municipal Park S. on NE Hwy. 121 Nearby trails, arboretum, tennis court, soccer field, ball diamonds, shelters and plenty of shade. (402) 675-2165 412 Ella St. Community Players is an award-winning theater located in downtown Beatrice. We produce a variety of entertainment and educational programs featuring the talents of performers from throughout southeast Nebraska. Regular season features six mainstage productions. (402) 228-1801 beatricecommunityplayers.com nps.gov/home Beatrice Black Crow Restaurant and Bar 405 Court St. Serving international, American, and Mediterranean cuisine. Established in 1993 in a restored 1890s building in historic downtown Beatrice, just five miles from the Homestead National Monument and located on Heritage Hwy. 136. (402) 228-7200 Econo Lodge 3210 N. 6th St . Hair dryer, iron, restaurant next door, free wireless internet access, microwaves, refrigerators. (402) 223-3536 Oak Aven Acres RV Park 23600 SW 75th Rd. Enjoy the beauty, peace, and quiet that the rural countryside has to offer, surrounded by 80 acres of native timber and the sounds of Cub Creek. We offer 14 drive-through site pads with water, sewer, and 30-50 amp hook-ups. There is also a tent, picnic, and small playground area. (402) 239-9087 choicehotels.com/nebraska/beatrice/econo-lodge-hotels/ne070?source=lb Fistful of Daisies: Furnishings with a Past 512 Court St. Fistful of Daisies is a vintage store that specializes in home decor and furnishings with a past. Many unique items and gifts can be found or rediscovered, all with great prices. Many pieces are refurbished or upcycled. blackcrowrestaurant.com visitbeatrice.com/oak-aven-acres-rv-park 4 One 8 Bar & Grill 418 Court St. (402) 230-3400 Rockford Lake State Recreation Area 7 mi. E. on NE Hwy. 4, 2 mi. S. Rockford State Recreation Area consists of approximately 300 land acres around a 150-acre lake. The area offers boating, fishing, picnicking, swimming and camping. (402) 729-5777 (402) 230-0842 Back Alley BBQ & Grill 124 S 23rd St . There are many interpretations of the term “barbecue.” Some use it to describe a social gathering and grilling outdoors. At Back Alley, we use the term to describe our meat: slow-cooked, using oak and hickory wood smoke for the perfect flavor. It’s the smoke from the burning wood that gives barbecue its unique flavor. Flowing Stone Art Gallery 819 N 6th. St. Local art gallery featuring handcrafted creations from local artists as well as unique antique and vintage items and home decor. outdoornebraska.gov/rockfoRd. (402) 806-7115 (402) 223-5011 backalleybbq.com VisitNebraska.com 61
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