Explore Otoe County
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 MuseumsJohn Brown's Cave
The log home of Allen Mayhew is the oldest-known cabin in Nebraska and an important piece of American history. The cabin was built in 1850 and houses furnishings typical of the pioneer homes. Allen Mayhew, his wife, and their six sons lived in the cabin, along with John Henry Kagi, Mrs. Mayhew'
Nebraska City, NE MuseumsSyracuse Churches
Syracuse Churches welcome you!
Church of Christ - 17th and Parker Drive
Luther Memorial Church - 1162 Mohawk
St. Paulinus Catholic Church - Poplar and 5th St.
Syracuse Baptist Church - 254 7th St.
Syracuse, NE
Otoe County Museum of Memories
The Museum of Memories is a three-building complex operated by a group of volunteer's who work at the museum each week. The museum began in 1973 after the property was donated by the members of the Irish Lutheran Church of Syracuse. The property consisted of an over 100
Syracuse, NE MuseumsOld 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
Outdoor Murals
Displayed on the exterior walls of two downtown businesses are two outdoor murals painted by artist, E. Henke, 1991-1999 depicting the light-hearted lifestyles of Syracuse'
Syracuse, NE ArtsTaylor - Wessel - Brickel House
(Nelson House)
The Taylor - Wessel - Bickel House is one of the oldest homes in the state and the finest example of Greek Revival Architecture. In the late 1850
Nebraska City, NE MuseumsArbor 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
Table Creek Golf Course
Enjoy a challenging 18-hole round of golf at Nebraska City's own Table Creek Golf Course. Enjoy full dining at Table Creek'
Nebraska City, NE Golf CoursesFarmers Bank & Trust Co.
The Nebraska City Post Office, built in 1886, was a Richardson style building that would attract anyone's attention. Roughly around the same time, Farmers Bank and Trust Company was established. The bank was the only locally owned bank in Nebraska City at the time.
After nearly 100
Nebraska City, NE Historic Buildings