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Attractions and Upcoming Events

Old Freighters Museum

On July 20, 1804, Meriwether Lewis and William Clark set foot on the gently sloped banks of what is now known as Nebraska City and considered it an "ideal site for a future city." About 40 years later, the original Fort Kearny was built at this spot.

Nebraska City, NE Museums

Lied Conference Center / Arbor Day Farm

The Lied Conference Center /

Nebraska City, NE Landmarks

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park & Arboretum

A 52-room mansion that belonged to J. Sterling Morton, Founder of Arbor Day. Many of the family's original pieces fill the home. The Carriage house displays carriages used by the family. Walking trails wind through the grounds.

Nebraska City, NE Arboretums

Union Orchard

(Started in 1890's by the University of Nebraska.)

1. APPLE VARIETIES
-- Jonathon - Sept.
-- Winesap - Sept. to Late Oct.
-- Red & Yellow Delicious - Late Sept.
-- Turley - Oct. 1 to Oct. 15
-- Jonagold - newly planted

Nebraska City, NE Recreation

Wildwood Historic Home and Art Barn

When Jasper Ware, an early Nebraska City banker took his wife, Ellen Kinney, to the west edge of town, pointed out the heavily wooded area south of Arbor Lodge, and said he wanted to build her a country home on the site, she responded, "Oh Jasper, I couldn't live in these wild woods!"

Nebraska City, NE Museums

Things to do near Nebraska City, NE

Heritage House Museum

Mahoney SP Trail Rides

Other park activities include trail rides, which depart from the John Wayne Riding Stables. Paddleboats are available on Owen...

Plattsmouth Country Club

Course Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Pawnee County WMAs

Weeping Water Historic District-NHR

The town of Weeping Water was incorporated in December 1870. It was known as the "stone city" because of ...