NORTHEAST Do, Eat & Stay KEY: See & Do Eat Stay ALBION Albion Family Aquatic Center albionne.com/unwind/parks-pools 1144 S. 8th St. / (402) 395-9957 Opening for the season at the be-ginning of June, the Albion Family Aquatic Center promotes quality recreational experiences by pro-viding a safe, clean and enjoyable swimming environment for all ages. Full concessions and wireless inter-net are also available onsite. at the Museum” programs and special events. BATTLE CREEK Battle Creek Municipal Park S. on NE Hwy. 121 / (402) 675-2165 / Nearby trails, arboretum, tennis court, soccer field, ball diamonds, shelters and plenty of shade. hot ketchup and mustards, and everything customers need for a Bloody Mary mix. sites. RV dump site available. WiFi available. Main Street BBQ and Grill COLUMBUS Andrew Jackson Higgins National Memorial higginsmemorial.com / 2001 AJ Higgins Rd. (Pawnee Park) / (402) 564-2769 / Featuring a full-size steel waterline replica of a LCVP (Landing Craft, Vehicle, Personnel), the “Higgins Boat” serves as the centerpiece for the monument. This memorial is dedicated to native son Andrew Jackson Higgins, designer and builder of the boats, and all members of the armed forces. Free. BLAIR ACME Fabric & Quilt Co. acmefabric.com / 1716 Washington St. / (402) 533-1015 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, we’re here to inspire your creativity and help you finish your projects! ATKINSON Atkinson Mill Race Park atkinsonne.com / 47450 877th Rd. / (402) 925-5313 / Camping, hiking, playground and fishing area. Open year-round. Camping fee. 1616 Washington St. / (402) 426-9935 / 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. Prairie Star Botanicals Sandhills Guest House Motel prairiestarherbs.com / 321 N. 16th St. / (492) 533-4433 / Prairie Star Botanicals is a manufacturer of herbal extracts that are sourced primarily from locally grown prairie medicinal plants. Apple Barrel Restaurant -Sapp Bros. atkinsonmotel.com / 119 S. Hyde St. / (402) 925-5600 / Conven-iently located along Hwy. 20 in Atkinson. In addition to 16 interior units (100% smoke-free), our prop-erty provides off-street parking. Just minutes away from some of the area’s finest restaurants, museums, golf courses, lakes and parks. We offer competitive rates and the cleanest rooms. River Wilds Golf Club Bakers Bed and Breakfast Something Special by Marilyn somethingspecialbymarilyn.com 204 S. Main / (402) 925-2753 Our customers continue to be delighted when they discover some of the most unique pieces of home decor and collectibles. Shop three floors of always-changing collec -tions while exploring all the nooks and crannies of themed spaces. Shipping is available anywhere in the U.S. bakersbedandbreakfast.com 2106 Grant St. / (402) 426-8909 Our 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 breakfast in the dining room or retire for the evening to your comfy room. With our queen or king rooms and shared bath, you will have everything you need to have an enjoyable stay! riverwilds.com / 14002 N. US Hwy. 75 / (402) 426-2941 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. applebarrelrestaurant.com / 517 E. 23rd St. / (402) 564-8268 Apple Barrel is a family-friendly, full-service cafe offered in six select Sapp Bros. travel centers. We provide quality menu choices at an affordable price. Please stop in and dine with us soon! Bistro on the Loup Rodeway Inn Blair Area Chamber of Commerce BANCROFT John G. Neihardt State Historic Site neihardtcenter.org / 306 W. Elm St. / (402) 648-3388 / Preserves and promotes the life and work of John G. Neihardt, Poet Laureate of Nebraska in Perpetuity and author. Features an educational center, museum, research library, special exhibits, Sacred Hoop Prayer Gar-den, historic study, weekly “Sunday blairchamber.org / 1646 Washington St. / (402) 533-4455 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. choicehotels.com/nebraska/blair/ rodeway-inn-hotels/ne072 / 1355 S. Hwy. 30 / (402) 426-2340 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 US Hwy. 30 near Desoto National Wildlife Refuge. 265 33rd Ave. / (402) 564-1492 Bistro on the Loup is a “polished casual” venue designed to make all of our guests feel welcome. From a 24-oz. ribeye and 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. Columbus Art Gallery CHAPMAN Bader Memorial Park baderpark.com / 898 Bader Park Rd. / (308) 986-2522 / Bader Park includes seven fishing ponds, a large swimming pond with sand beach, miles of trails for hiking, biking and equestrian use, tall grass prairie, cottonwood forest, Platte River access and RV and tent camping with electricity at RV discoverthearts.org / 2504 14th St., lower level of the Columbus Public Library / (402) 563-1016 The Columbus Art Gallery actively promotes the visual arts, present-ing new exhibits and opening receptions monthly and attracting 10,000 visitors annually. Exhibits run 4 -6 weeks and are on display year-round. Along with the gallery space we offer two gift shops featuring handmade items. Chili Dawgs Foods of Fire chilidawgs.com / 1940 Ridgeview Rd. / (402) 426-4090 / 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, Columbus Convention & Visitors Bureau visitcolumbusne.com / 753 33rd Ave. / (402) 564-2769 / Stop in and say “hi” as you explore Columbus. Get visitor information about Columbus and the state of Nebraska. Our goal is to help you enjoy your stay! VisitNebraska.com 85
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