Do, Eat & Stay KEY: See & Do Eat Stay Tregaron 13909 Glengarry Cir. Golfers can find the best of playability and challenge at Tregaron which, although open, should not be played recklessly. Plenty of bunkers, uneven lies, water and wind gusts keep even the best golfers honest. Prairie Star Botanicals 321 N. 16th St. Prairie Star Botanicals is a manufacturer of herbal extracts that are sourced primarily from locally grown prairie medicinal plants. (402) 533-4433 Brownville 1854 Didier Log Cabin 213 Main St. Located in Boettner Park, this original historic cabin served as the residence of John B. Didier II from France, who arrived in Brownville by steamboat from St. Joseph and built the cabin in which he resided for more than 63 years. He married Mary Peneaux Beauvais Red Nose Didier Desersa in 1855. Mary was enrolled in the Rosebud Sioux Tribe, and was part of the Sioux Nation forced to walk to Oklahoma on the Trail of Tears. (402) 292-9300 prairiestarherbs.com River Wilds Golf Club Bennington Oft’s B&B 11523 N. 156th St . Enjoy a stay in this historic B&B just a few miles northwest of Omaha. 14002 N. US Hwy. 75 This course features an 18-hole championship layout and a relaxing golf experience at an affordable price. Although the run seems wide open, there are plenty of bunkers, water hazards and out-of-bounds afoot. Full practice facility with driving range, putting green and chipping green. Call for a tee time today! (402) 614-7509 oftsbb.com (402) 825-6001 brownville-ne.com (402) 426-2941 riverwilds.com Brown-Carson House 300 Main St. The Brown-Carson House, 1860, is an original one-story brick dwelling owned by Richard Brown, founder of Brownville. Brown added a two-story frame wing in 1861 and sold the property to John L. Carson, who made an addition around 1880. This Italianate dwelling, including it furnishings, has remained virtually unaltered since then. It is now a Brownville Historical Society museum and open for tours on the weekends or by appointment. Blair ACME Fabric & Quilt Co 1716 Washington St. Here at Acme Fabric & Quilt, we carry a vibrant selection of fabrics to meet a variety of sewing needs. You’ll also find a large assortment of patterns, kits and books, featuring fun projects such as quilts, garments and bags. No matter your skill level or sewing style, we’re here to inspire your creativity and help you finish your projects! (402) 533-1015 Rodeway Inn 1355 S Hwy. 30 Book your stay at the Rodeway Inn in Blair. Guests can enjoy amenities such as free WiFi and continental breakfast. This pet-friendly Blair hotel is conveniently located off U.S. Hwy. 30 near Desoto National Wildlife Refuge. (402) 426-2340 choicehotels.com/nebraska/blair/rodeway-inn-hotels/ne072?source=lb brownville-ne.com acmefabric.com Sam & Louie’s 1995 Ridgeview Rd. Family dining, pizza, pasta and sandwiches. (402) 426-9590 samandlouiespizza.com Brownville Concert Series & Hall 126 Atlantic St . Live music in an intimate setting. Nationally acclaimed talent from New York cabaret, Broadway, jazz, classical, bluegrass and rock. Season runs Mar-Dec, with performances Fri-Sat, 7:30 pm; Sun, 2 pm on select weekends. Tickets range from $19-$25. Experience the musical magic of Brownville! (402) 825-3331 Bakers Bed and Breakfast 2106 Grant St . Bakers Bed and Breakfast provides all the comforts of home! Our circa-1900 home provides a relaxing stay in the heart of Blair, with a feeling that you’re in the country. Relax in our living room, enjoy conversation and breakfast in the dining room or retire for the evening to your comfy room. (402) 426-8909 Blue Springs Berlin Guy Chamberlin Monument 312 W 2nd St. Born Jan. 16, 1894, in Blue Springs, Nebraska. Monument dedicated 2014. brownvilleconcertseries.com bakersbedandbreakfast.com Blair Area Chamber of Commerce 1646 Washington St. Welcome to the Blair area! A great place to PLAY. Golfing, swimming, biking or walking on trail systems, fishing, boating, numerous parks and playgrounds are all part of the quality of life in Washington County. (402) 476-0075 bluespringsne.com/chamberlin.html Brownville Historical Society Main Street The Brownville Historical Society began the movement to restore, preserve and encourage visitors to come to the historic village of Brownville in 1957. Today it hosts annual events, curates multiple museums open May to October and preserves southeastern Nebraska history. Blue Springs Cemetery North A St. Founded in 1860 as a Methodist Cemetery, the Blue Springs Cemetery has long been regarded as the “Oldest Recorded Cemetery” in Nebraska. This peaceful cemetery attracts visitors from faraway places to walk among the state’s oldest pioneers. (402) 476-0075 (402) 533-4455 blairchamber.org (402) 825-6001 brownvillehistoricalsociety.org Chili Dawgs Foods of Fire 1940 Ridgeview Rd. Chili Dawgs Food of Fire offers its own pepper spreads, seasonings and one “fiery” beef jerky, all completely natural and gluten-free. We also have brands of sauces, salsas, hot ketchup and mustards, and everything customers need for a Bloody Mary mix. bluespringsne.com/cemetery.html Brownville Market 308 Main St. At the market, you will find your quick needs. Coffee, candy, cigars, tobacco and craft beers. Plenty of outdoor seating to relax in between visiting all of the local historic sites. Johnson Cabin Museum 100 N “A” St. National Register of Historical Places -The cabin represents one approach communities implemented across Nebraska to recognize and promote local history. (402) 825-1240 brownville-ne.com (402) 426-4090 chilidawgs.com (402) 476-0075 bluespringsne.com/cabin Brownville Methodist Church 423 Water St. Built of brick in 1859 with a frame cupola for the Congregationalists led by Rev. Thomas W. Tipton, a Brownville resident and U.S. Senator 1867-1875, this is one of Nebraska’s oldest churches and one of the state’s few remaining examples of Greek Revival ecclesiastical architecture. Service is held Sundays at 10 am, where you will hear one of the region’s finest pianists play. All are welcome. Main Street BBQ and Grill 1616 Washington St . We are a local restaurant specializing in barbecued meats, broasted chicken, Phillies, Mexican/American, etc. We have a huge menu with daily/nightly specials and are one of the best-known caterers in the area; we specialize in groups of 10 -2,000. (402) 426-9935 Brainard Oak Creek Trail The Oak Creek Trail spans 12 miles through majestic oak woodlands and beautiful highland vistas between Valparaiso and Brainard. The crushed limestone trail is paralleled by a natural-surfaced equestrian trail throughout the corridor, with plenty of trailer parking in Valparaiso. brownville-ne.com (402) 476-2729 lpsnrd.org VisitNebraska.com 63
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