EAST National Museum of Roller Skating 4730 South St . Only museum of its kind in the world. The National Museum of Roller Skating is committed to enriching people’s lives by increasing their understanding and enjoyment of roller skating’s past. Exhibits skates, costumes, films, artwork and other skating memorabilia from 1819 to present. Learn about the history and development of roller sports and technology. Open Mon -Fri, 9 am -5 pm. Closed holidays. Free Pawnee State Recreation Area 3800 N.W. 105th St . One of 20 Salt Valley lakes located within 25-mile radius of Lincoln. Seven are highly developed state recreation areas, and five are more primitive state wildlife areas. All offer a variety of recreational opportunities. Park permit required. Camping fee. (402) 796-2362 Pioneers Park Nature Center 3201 S. Coddington Trails, nature interpretive center and acres of prairie, wetland and woodland habitats. Outdoor exhibits include bison, elk, deer, non-releasable raptors and gardens. Open daily year-round. Nature center open Mon -Sat, 8:30 am -5 pm; Sun, noon -5 pm. Closed major holidays. Free (Suggested donation: $3/person, $5/ family, $10/group.) (402) 441-7895 outdoornebraska.gov/pawnee (402) 483-7551 rollerskatingmuseum.com Penguin Pit Stop 2800 N 48th St . Penguin Pit Stop is all about two things–shaved ice and shopping local. In addition to more than 70 flavors of shaved ice (everything from the normal cherry and grape flavors to the more exotic fuzzy navel and cookie dough), we offer Nebraska-made products from over 50 Nebraska-based businesses: jewelry, home decor, candles, bath & body, food and much more! Penguin Pit Stop is located in the historic University Place neighborhood in Lincoln. lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/naturecenter Quality Inn 3200 N.W. 12th St . Free coffee in lobby, free wireless internet. (402) 475-9541 choicehotels.com/nebraska/lincoln/quality-inn-hotels/ne085?source=lb Nebraska History Museum 131 Centennial Mall N. Many people and cultures have made Nebraska their home. Come see fascinating artifacts and hear amazing stories from our rich past. Regular hours are 10 am -5:30 pm, Mon-Fri and 1-5:30 pm Sat. Closed Sun and state holidays. (402) 471-4782 Quality Inn & Suites 1511 Center Park Rd. In-room coffee, iron, blow dryer, internet access, free newspaper, complimentary airport and hospital shuttle. Free high-speed internet. (402) 423-3131 history.nebraska.gov (402) 261-3361 penguinpitstop.com Nebraska State Historical Society Library and Archives 1500 R St . The Nebraska State Historical Society Reference Room is helping you find your place in history! The photographs, documents, moving images, publications, and other resources can help you find out how to fix up your old house or uncover your old relatives. The library and archives include atlases, maps, genealogies and the largest collection of Nebraska newspapers in the state. PepperJax Grill 2801 Pine Lake Rd. What makes us unique? You don’t order from a waitress or from a cashier. You order straight from the grill cook, and watch them prepare your food the way you want, right then, right there. It doesn’t get more fresh than that! choicehotels.com/nebraska/lincoln/quality-inn-hotels/ne134?source=lb Quality Inn & Suites 7333 Husker Cir. Themed suites with two-person hot tubs. Wireless internet access. (402) 261-4375 pepperjax.com (402) 435-8100 choicehotels.com/nebraska/lincoln/quality-inn-hotels/ne140?source=lb (402) 471-4751 nebraskahistory.org PepperJax Grill 1339 O St., Ste. 2 PepperJax Grill is home of America’s Best Philly. Our menu items are fresh grilled just for you, right before your eyes! Residence Inn Lincoln South 5865 Boboli Ln. 100% smoke-free facility. marriott.com/hotels/travel/lnkri-residence-inn-lincoln-south Nebraska Wesleyan University Theatre 51st and Huntington Ave. Nebraska Wesleyan University Theatre offers a full season of theatrical productions that range from classic Greek and Shakespeare dramas to contemporary musicals. Rated among the top theatrical schools in the Midwest, NWU Theatre productions will entertain, challenge, educate, inspire and engage you. We invite you to spend some time with us and experience live theatre at its best! (402) 805-4852 pepperjaxgrill.com Robert Hillestad Textiles Gallery 234 Home Economics Bldg., UNL East Campus This gallery showcases fiber art, textiles and apparel from all periods and places, with ever-changing exhibitions. Mon -Fri, 8:30 am -4 pm. Free. Closed university holidays. (402) 472-2911 Pinewood Bowl Amphitheater 3201 S. Coddington Ave . Pinewood Bowl continues to serve the community and surrounding areas by continuing a rich theater tradition. Come experience the magic under the stars! (402) 465-2384 nebrwesleyan.edu/academics/academic-departments-and-programs/theatre-department/ current-season (402) 904-4444 pinewoodbowltheater.com cehs.unl.edu/textilegallery Rocket Fizz Soda Pop & Candy Shop 601 R St. Rocket Fizz is a retro soda pop and candy shop, located in the Railyard. The shop specializes in hard-to-find candies, bottled sodas and nostalgic gifts. Rocket Fizz offers hundreds of different kinds of soda pops served in glass bottles, from classic root beers to the outrageous like Bacon, Swamp Juice and Buffalo Wing. The store also features an extensive assortment of saltwater taffy, with some equally outrageous flavors. Get free one-hour parking in Haymarket Garage, 848 Q St. (402) 328-3499 Pinnacle Bank Arena 400 Pinnacle Arena Dr. Encompassing 470,400 square feet, the state-of-the-art multipurpose arena offers year-round entertainment, including concerts, family shows, touring acts and sporting events. (402) 904-4444 New Victorian Suites 225 N. 50th St . Close to restaurants, shopping, Nebraska Wesleyan University, Union College, SCC and Lancaster Events Center. Our suites have one king or two queen beds, a full-size sofa/ sleeper, work desk and chair. All suites feature 42” flat-screens, free high-speed wireless internet, mini-refrigerator and microwave. We offer a free deluxe breakfast bar every day featuring hot biscuits and gravy, and waffles. Guests can also utilize our indoor swimming pool or fitness room. pinnaclebankarena.com Pioneers Golf Course 3403 W. Van Dorn St . A popular site for local golfers, this course has even played host to the Nebraska Open. The lush bluegrass fairways are lined by pine trees, and the greens are smooth and fairly tame, yet many of the holes are challenging. One of the oldest city courses in the Midwest. Pioneers is a golfers’ favorite and right next to Pioneers Park in the west part of Lincoln. rocketfizz.com (402) 464-4400 newvictorianinn.com Rococo Theatre 140 N. 13th St . Lincoln’s high-end concert venue that provides an intimate setting for the region’s best entertainment as well as the hottest national touring acts to perform live on stage. The Rococo Theatre is also a perfect venue to host your wedding or special event. (402) 476-6540 (402) 441-8966 lincolncitygolf.org rococotheatre.com 76 Visit Nebraska
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