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Nebraska City, Nebraska

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.

After just a couple of years, the fort was relocated, but a city had begun to grow, gaining prominence as a river port. Russell, Majors and Waddell, a major overland freighting company chose Nebraska City as their home. After receiving a government contract to supply the western post with military equipment, the company settled into the headquarters, built by the government. After more than 20 years of prospering, the company gave way to the railroad used as a residence. In 1985, the Otoe County Historical Society purchased the home and began restoring it as a historical museum. Today, visitors can tour the Old Freighters Museum and revisit the birth of the city and its connection to the West.

Attractions and Upcoming Events

Otoe County Courthouse

This two-story, Georgian brick structure is the oldest public building in the state of Nebraska still in use. The building was completed in 1865 when Otoe County was formed and Nebraska City named the county seat. Inside, several photos and displays portray the building's history.

Nebraska City, NE Historic Courthouses

Farmers 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

Missouri River Basin Lewis and Clark Interpretive

The focus will be on more than 400 scientific discoveries of flora (178 plants) and fauna, (122 animals) made at President Thomas Jeffersons direction on their historic Corps of Discovery Journey from 1803-1806.

Nebraska City, NE Tours


G.A.R. Hall

The Grand Army Republic offered membership to all military personal who served in the Union Army from 1861 to 1865. The purpose was to provide camaraderie for the veterans and support for the widows and orpans of the union soldiers. The G.A.R. Hall in Nebraska City was just one of close to 100

Nebraska City, NE Museums

Things to do near Nebraska City, NE

Iron Horse Golf Club

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: Yes...

Ryan Hill Country Club

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

Wildwood Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 9Reserve Advance Tee Times: 14 days...