North Platte, Nebraska
North Platte/Lincoln County Convention & Visitors Bureau
308-532-4729; 800-95
219 S Dewey St
North Platte, NE 69103
The long, narrow delta at the forks of the North and South Platte Rivers, populated by wild grasses and bulky bison, had been crossed before - by nomadic Plains Indians, by covered wagons and by the Pony Express.
But in 1866
North Platte, NE Railroad HistoryAt the entrance of Cody Park, visitors will find the Wild West Memorial. This is near the site of the historic Old Glory Blowout, the first spectator rodeo held in 1882 staged by Buffalo Bill. The Wild West Memorial has been created as a tribute to the father of rodeo - Buffalo Bill Cody.
North Platte, NE MemorialsListed on the National Register of Historic Places, the hotel is named for William L. Yancey, who became its proprietor after signing a lease with Keith Neville and Alex Beck in 1928. Construction began in March 1929
North Platte, NE National RegisterThe Fox Theater is a fine example of the "Picture Palace," a building type popular in America in the 1920
North Platte, NE National RegisterThe North Platte Area Children's Museum is a place for children and parents to enjoy a hands-on experience in learning. The Museum offers visitors a place to experience the wonder of science, technology, culture and the arts in a unique and interactive atmosphere.
North Platte, NE Museums