Gothenburg, Nebraska
Upcoming Events in Gothenburg Nebraska
- Magic on Main Street - Gothenburg
December7
2023
Located on the west shore of Lake Helen, this memorial is a reminder of sacrifices made by veterans and their families of all wars. The names listed commemorate local residents who gave their lives. World War I:
Gothenburg, NE MemorialsThe library was built in 1916 with assistance from a $7,000
Gothenburg, NE Carnegie LibrariesErnest A. Calling, a pioneer businessman of Gothenburg, hired L.J. Anderson to build this distinctive Queen Anne style home in 1907. Born in Klipp, Sweden, in 1870, Calling emigrated to the United States in 1889
Gothenburg, NE National RegisterThe Pony Express galloped through the West in 18 short months before Nebraska gained statehood. The historic value of those early times is being preserved in Gothenburg, which was named Pony Express Capital of Nebraska in 1991
Gothenburg, NE ArtsThe Sam Machette Station was used as an early fur trading post/ranch house along the Oregon Trail southwest of Gothenburg before it was used as a Pony Express station during its operation between April 1860 and November 1861
Gothenburg, NE Pony ExpressKnown by hunting enthusiasts across the country, Southwest Nebraska flourishes with wildlife and serves as an excellent hunti...
Camping and recreational facilities are new and modern. Top of the line camping is available at Willow View Campground , whic...