Do, Eat & Stay KEY: See & Do Eat Stay The Bluebird 121 Main St. The Bluebird serves only the best hand-crafted Nebraska ice cream. In addition to serving the most talked-about signature ice cream in the region, guests can enjoy charcuterie, elk brats, soup of the day and local favorite meals. With art work, music, antiques and housewares for sale as well, the Bluebird is a town favorite. The Bluebird is cyclist-friendly and promotes the use of the Steamboat Trace Trail. (402) 326-2449 Burchard Big Blue Ranch & Lodge LLC 3 mi. W. on 712 Rd., 3 mi. S. on 609 Ave . Come stay in this beautiful log lodge with a well-stocked private fishing lake, horseback riding, hunting whitetail deer or wild turkey, and bird-watching on our working cattle ranch southeast of Lincoln. Ride quarter horses on a real cattle drive. Open year-round. Use our boats and 60’ fishing dock. Watch a fantastic sunset from large covered porches. Come enjoy nature, wildlife, and the outdoors. (402) 865-4335 Columbus Andrew Jackson Higgins National Memorial 2001 AJ Higgins Rd., Pawnee Park The “Higgins Boat” serves as the centerpiece for the monument. The memorial is dedicated to native son Andrew Jackson Higgins, designer and builder of the boats and all members of the armed forces. Three life-size bronze statues represent soldiers of WWII. A memorial wall provides the backdrop. All 50 state flags are flown. Bronze eagle with a 7-ft. wing span sits atop steel from the World Trade Center. Free (402) 564-2769 brownville-ne.com The Governor Furnas Arboretum 5th & Main Streets In the heart of Brownville, a community noted for its fine and performing arts is an artistic endeavor of a botanical kind. More than 200 trees, shrubs and flowers extend from 7th Street to the Missouri River along the Governor Furnas Connector Trail. This trail links with the Steamboat Trace Trail. Also featured is a life-size sculpture of Governor Furnas. (402) 825-6637 bigblueranch.com higginsmemorial.com Burchard Lake 8 miles west of Pawnee City on 713 Rd. This 150-acre lake offers fishing, camping, hiking, bird watching and picnicking. Use the blinds to watch the prairie chickens when they’re booming Feb -Apr. Located 8 miles west and 4 miles north of Pawnee City. Apple Barrel Restaurant -Sapp Bros. 517 E 23rd St . Apple Barrel is a family-friendly, full-service cafe offered in six select Sapp Bros. travel centers. We provide quality menu choices at an afforadable price. Please stop in and dine with us soon! (402) 564-8268 brownville-ne.com pawneecountynebraska.com applebarrelrestaurant.com The Loren Entz Studio & Gallery 117 Main St. As a member of the Cowboy Artists of America, Loren specializes in Western, wildlife and landscape paintings. Growing up in the farm country of Kansas, Loren could often be found drawing in the fields or forests during breaks from busy farm life. He made his first sale on a drawing of a cutting horse in action to a neighbor for 10 cents, who bought the piece to hang in a stable. Harold Lloyd Home 405 2nd St . Home of 1920s silent film star Harold Lloyd. The actor’s films featured hair-raising stunts, and you may view one of them during your visit. Visits by appointment. (402) 865-4665 Bistro on the Loup 265 33rd Ave . Bistro on the Loup is a “polished casual” venue designed to make all of our guests feel welcome. From a 24-oz. ribeye to house-smoked bacon to pies made from scratch, we have interesting and delicious options for all kinds of palates! We are located inside of Ramada Columbus. (402) 564-1492 pawneecountynebraska.com (406) 647-8333 lorenentz.com The Lyceum 228 Main St . Discover thousands of used books, an on-site cafe and changing art exhibits in a renovated 1800s building. Open Apr -Nov, with limited hours Dec -Mar. (402) 825-4321 The Next Chapter 123 Main St. The Next Chapter is a place where you can come in and read, write, journal, sketch, relax and enjoy some alone time or with each other. Available for purchase are books, Alexa Pulitzer stationery, cards, writing tools, sketch pads and art supplies. In a world filled with technology, go back to the art of sending a letter. (402) 326-2449 brownville-ne.com TJ’s Tavern Hwy. 136 and 1st St. TJ’s is a local watering hole where people come to watch the game. Home of the FarmAid legend Corky Jones, TJ’s celebrates the spirit of the farmer and Red Dirt Music. Outdoor seating, beer garden, live music on occasion, avialable for special events. A place where everyone knows your name. Seasonal hours do change. No food on site–bring in your own. To fun and adventure in Beatrice, Nebraska. Whiskey Run Creek Vineyard & Winery 702 Main St . Wine tasting and bottles for purchase in a 110-year-old barn positioned over a creek. Caves constructed in 1866, a production building and a vineyard all on a beautiful and historical 4-acre setting. Open Wed -Sat, 10 am -5 pm; Sun, 1-5 pm. Free (402) 825-4601 whiskeyruncreek.com VisitNebraska.com 65
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