KEY: See & Do Eat Stay Greenhouse. Each fall, pick apples in the orchard. Arbor Lodge State Historical Park arbordayfarm.org/arborlodge 2600 Arbor Ave. / (402) 873-7222 The estate of J. Sterling Morton, founder of Arbor Day in 1872, is open for guests to explore. View Morton family artifacts in Arbor Lodge, a Neocolonial mansion, and find vintage cars and wagons in the carriage house and tack room. Admission: $8 adults; $6 youth; free under age 2. Handicapped-accessible. home decor, fashion, food and drink! Lunch specials as well as paninis, salads and croissants served daily. Homemade desserts including pies, bread pudding, ice cream and more. Enjoy a glass of wine or beer as you stroll through 3,000 SF of unique gifts. Brown’s Cave. Open May -Oct.: Thu. -Sun., noon -5 p.m., or by appt. Admission: $3 adults; $1 children; $2 seniors. Group tours welcome. Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Interpretive Trail & Visitor Center Kimmel Harding Nelson Center for the Arts khncenterforthearts.org / 801 3rd Corso / (402) 874-9600 Featuring the work of established and emerging Nebraska artists. A permanent collection of works from former artists-in-residence is on display. Visitors and tours welcome Mon. -Fri., 10 a.m. -5 p.m., or by appt. Open studios 5 -7 p.m. every third Thu. of the month to meet the artists-in-residence. Free. Best Western Nebraska City Inn lewisandclarkvisitorcenter.org / 100 Valmont Dr. / (402) 874-9900 The center focuses on the 300+ species of flora and fauna and other scientific discoveries from the historic Corps of Discovery journey (1803 -1806). Open May -Sep.: Mon. -Sat., 9 a.m. -6 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m. -5 p.m. Oct. -Apr.: Mon. -Sat., 10 a.m. -4 p.m.; Sun., noon -4 p.m. Closed Mon. -Tue., Dec. -Feb. 14th St. / (402) 873-6188 / Housed in the office of Russell, Majors & Waddell Freighting Company, the museum’s mission is focused on interpreting the impact of the freighting and shipping industry on the development of Nebraska City. Old Freighters Museum features exhibits on the history and people of the freighting company. River Country Nature Center bestwesternnebraska.com / 2515 S. 11th St. / (402) 873-7000 / All 30 non-smoking rooms at the two-floor Best Western feature cable TV, WiFi and coffee makers. Guests enjoy the heated indoor pool, hot tub and fitness room, as well as a complimentary breakfast. A guest laundry is available. Ask the front desk about fax and photocopy services. Free parking. Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard Civil War Veterans Museum civilwarmuseumnc.org / 910 1st Corso / (402) 873-4018 / Only four out of more than 100 Grand Army of the Republic Halls in Nebraska remain today. The Nebraska City G.A.R. Hall, built in 1894, is the only restored hall and has been developed as a Civil War and G.A.R. museum, meeting place and research library. It is the only Civil War museum in Nebraska. kimmelorchard.org / 5995 G Rd. (402) 873-5293 / Kimmel Orchard offers locally grown produce and regional products in the historic Apple Barn. From strawberries in the spring to peaches in the summer and apples in the fall, there’s always an opportunity to experience a slice of country life. Open Apr. -Nov.: Mon. -Sat., 9 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., 11.a.m. -5 p.m. Nebraska Adventure Company -Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Biking, Birdwatching, Crane Tours Kregel Windmill Factory Museum nebraskaadventurecompany.com 7210 North Rd. / (855) 473-2875 / The Nebraska Adventure Company offers guided and outfitted adventures including camping, fishing, boating, tubing and biking. All-inclusive options are available with food, lodging, transportation and equipment to enjoy your adventure to the fullest. We host individuals, groups or corporate outings. rivercountrynaturecenter.org / 114 S. 6th St. / (402) 873-4265 / River Country Nature Center’s collection of Nebraska’s diverse wildlife is unique and represents the life work of Joe Voges. The main gallery is divided into major environmental areas and contains interactive exhibits, classroom, reference library, children’s archaeology exhibit and gift shop. Riverview Marina State Recreation Area Dinty Moore’s Lunch Room gonebraskacity.com/member/ dintymooreslunchroom / 108 S. 8th St. / (402) 713-0061 / Dinty Moore’s Lunch Room has been a southeast Nebraska staple for over 100 years. Renowned for its famed Shredded Beef, loose-meat sandwiches, daily features, Nebraska City’s fastest take-out, a cold drink or to mind your baby (baby must be under 50). kregelwindmillfactorymuseum .org / 1416 Central Ave. / (402) 873-1078 / The Kregel Windmill Factory Museum is the last intact, historic windmill factory in the U.S. The factory looks the same as it did in 1939, as if workers merely stepped out for their lunches. The Kregel Windmill Co. operated for 112 years, producing the “ELI” brand windmills. Nebraska City Museum of Firefighting outdoornebraska.gov/ riverviewmarina / N. 4th St. (402) 873-7222 / Riverview Marina State Recreation Area is a 47-acre site adjacent to the Missouri River that offers electrical and primitive campsites with a shower house. The area offers camping, fishing and picnicking. Lewis & Clark Country ncmuseumoffirefighting.net / 1320 Central Ave. / (402) 873-4403 Nebraska City has the state’s oldest operating volunteer fire department. The museum pays tribute to this tradition. Enjoy exhibits featuring antique equipment, dress in real bunker gear or visit the gift shop. Open Apr. -Oct.: Wed. -Sat., 11 a.m. -5 p.m.; Sun., noon -4 p.m. Admission: $3 adults; $1 children. Steamboat Trace Hike/Bike Trail El Portal Mexican Restaurant elportalnc.com/ocprofile?g= 1788807 / 1640 S. 11th St. / (402) 873-3134 / Our mission is to provide the best “south of the border” experience for guests by using the freshest ingredients, providing prompt service and maintaining a family-oriented atmosphere. El Portal Mexican Restaurant has been serving customers for over eight years at four locations in Nebraska and Iowa. lewisandclarkcountry.org / 100 Valmont Dr. / (402) 874-9900 This digital brochure and map show numerous Lewis and Clark sites along the Nebraska border from Rulo at the SE tip of Nebraska to Lynch at the Nebraska/South Dakota border. Nebraska Hunting Company nemahanrd.org/trail.htm / 7118 L Rd. / (402) 335-3325 / See 21 miles of scenic Missouri River country, an official Lewis and Clark site. Trailhead on Hwy. 75 S. of Nebraska City, 1 mile S. Follow paved road 3 mi. E. to OPPD Power Station, or use trailhead at Peru or Brownville. Open year-round, daylight hours. Free. Lied Lodge & Conference Center The End Zone 703 S. 11th St. / (402) 873-9909 Walk-ins welcome. Good for groups. Take-out. Waiter service. liedlodge.org / 2700 Sylvan Rd. (800) 546-5433 / Lied Lodge & Conference Center at Arbor Day Farm features fully updated rooms and suites, an Olympic-sized pool, restaurant and spa. Play golf at nearby courses or hike trails to Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure. Lied Lodge’s mission focuses on “inspiring people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees.” nebraskahunting.net / 7210 North Rd. / (402) 304-1192 The Nebraska Hunting and Adventure Company offers a variety of hunting opportunities. All-inclusive and fully-guided hunts for Merriam’s Spring turkey, pheasant, waterfowl and deer are available. The Nebraska Adventure Company has other adventures including camping, fishing, tubing and birdwatching. T T M TOYS Nelson House 711 1st Corso / (402) 713-5163 T-T-M TOYS is a store full of fun. The store is designed around childhood themes such as science, fairies, safari, arts/crafts, books and more. We find toys for many ages that can grow with your child. We have our own toy museum inside the store, so you can stroll down memory lane. The Keeping Room Mayhew Cabin with John Brown’s Cave thekeepingroomnc.com / 717 Central Ave. / (402) 873-7797 / A fusion of stylish antiques, holiday and mayhewcabin.org / 2012 4th Corso (402) 873-3115 / Learn about Nebraska’s Underground Railroad. Tour the Mayhew Cabin and John nebraskacitymuseums.org/ aboutthesociety / 711 3rd Corso (402) 873-6188 / The Taylor-Wessel-Bickel-Nelson House is a museum inside an 1857 brick home. The exhibits show the evolution of Nebraska City through the eyes of the families that lived there. Visitors can see opera houses, race tracks, churches and mansions rise up from the Nebraska prairie. Timber Dining Room at Lied Lodge, Nebraska City Old Freighters Museum nebraskacitymuseums.org/ oldfreightersmuseum / 407 N. liedlodge.org/dining / 2700 Sylvan Rd. / (402) 873-8740 The Timber Dining Room is the award-winning restaurant at Lied Lodge & Conference Center at Arbor Day Farm. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Find nature’s best flavors served alongside scenic views of Arbor Day Farm. Sunday and holiday brunches are a favorite, with selections for all ages. VisitNebraska.com 123
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