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Seemingly just a sleepy Midwestern city, Lincoln is actually a bustling city with arts and culture to rival many other destinations. Lincoln is proud of its pioneer heritage, and its many museums and children's museums focus on that heritage. There is a lot to do in Lincoln, and its sleepy reputation is changing into a more accurate reputation as a beautiful and active state capital.
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Lincoln City Guide
Lincoln, Nebraska, is known as The Prairie Capital City and is one of the most beloved cities in the U.S. Located in the southeast corner of Nebraska, this state capital was named after Abraham Lincoln. The city offers the conveniences you desire yet it is also hospitable and charming.
Lincoln might be best known for University of Nebraska Huskers football, but this quaint city offers a variety of attractions to its locals and visitors. The National Museum of Roller Skating is a one of a kind museum that features the world’s largest collection of roller skates and roller skating memorabilia from the early 1800’s to modern day. Find out why the Nebraska State Capital Building was voted one of the 10 most beautiful buildings in the world by 500 architects or spend a day letting the little ones explore Lincoln’s Children’s Museum.
No matter what time of year you choose to visit Lincoln there are always community events that might strike your fancy such as the Chocolate Lovers Fantasy where patrons can delve into a chocolate buffet. Lincoln is also the home of the Nebraska Sate Fair where you can get pumped up with live music, take the little ones to get their hands dirty with kid activities, stop and ogle the strolling entertainers, take home the blue ribbon from one of the competitions, and fill yourself full with the wide selection of foods.
No matter you reason for visiting Lincoln we want to help you plan your next trip so browse through our many events, attraction and family fun listings to help you get started.
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Nebraska State Capitol Building
1445 K Street
Lincoln, NE 68509
402-471-0448
It is no wonder this building was voted one of the 10 most beautiful buildings in the world by 500 architects with its stone carvings, beautiful mosaics, paintings, sculptures, inscriptions and inlaid wood décor.
Governor’s Mansion
1425 H Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-471-3466
This is a gorgeous Georgian Colonial-style home with an ornate collection of dolls of the first ladies in their inaugural gowns, silver service from the U.S.S. Nebraska as well as custom woven carpets and more.
James Arthur Vineyards and Winery
2001 West Raymond Road
Lincoln, NE 68426
402-783-5255
Relax in the tasting room next to the fireplace, try one of the many delectable wines, cheeses, meats or breads on the observation deck or tour the vineyards by trail or on the quant trolley.
Frank H. Woods Telephone Pioneer Museum
2047 M Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
402-436-4640
Feast your eyes on a telephone collection like no other with colorful “art deco” telephones of the 50’s and 60’s, replicas of Alexander Graham Bell’s original phones, and other wonderful wooden wall and candlestick phones.
Lester F. Larsen Tractor Test and Power Museum
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68583
402-472-8389
Browse the many displays of hand tools dating back to the 1700’s, historical tractors, early plows, blacksmithing tools, early animal-drawn equipment and discover the development of food production from colonial times through the introduction of diesel-powered tractors.
Historic Hay Market District & Iron Horse Park
Downtown
Lincoln, NE
402-435-7496
Antique stores, art galleries, Nebraska’s first microbrewery, wonderful restaurants, boutiques and nightlife hot spots is what you are sure to find in these turn of the century restored warehouses in downtown Lincoln.
National Museum of Roller Skating
4730 South Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
402-483-7551
Roll in to see the world’s largest collection of roller skates and roller skating memorabilia from the early 1800’s to modern day!
Antelope Park and Sunken Gardens
27th and Capitol Parkway Streets
Lincoln, NE 68502
402-434-5335
Antelope Park is home to fabulous rose gardens, two alluring fountains, picturesque statues, Folsom’s Children ‘s Zoo, an eventful recreation center, a golf course, trail system, tempting tennis courts, a swimming pool several playground areas.
Veterans Memorial Garden
2740 A Street
Lincoln, NE 68502
402-434-5335
This memorial honors men and women that served our country with 15 memorials and 3000 “Bricks Of Remembrance”
Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery & Sculpture Garden
12th and R Streets
Lincoln, NE 68588
402-472-2461
With more than 30 amazing sculptures scattered across the campus there is also more than 12,000 wonderful American works of art and exhibits that trace back to the 18th century at this unique gallery.
American Historical Society of Germans from Russia Museum
631 D Street
Lincoln, NE 68502
402-474-3363
This unique museum was dedicated to the German-Russian immigrants who arrived in the Americas and features splendid statues, special displays and archives, all faiths chapel, store and blacksmith shop.
Beadle Center
1901 Vine Street
Lincoln, NE 68503
402-472-5691
View the latest technology in DNA research, microscopy, plant breeding, and more. This is the perfect place for science lovers and curious minds!
Fairview, The Bryan Museum
4900 Sumner Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
402-481-8303
Restored to its original state this home of US Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan’s features authentic displays and audio recordings.
International Quilt Study Center
234 Home Economics Building
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68583
402-472-6549
Quilts and more quilts boasting more than 1500 quilts for your viewing pleasure with over 900 being from the Ardis and Robert James Collection.
SouthPointe Pavilions
2910 Pine Lake Road #Q
Lincoln, NE 68516
402-421-2114
Bask in the open-air at this fantastic shopping center with more than 50 stores, eateries and movie theaters.
Highlands Golf Course
5501 NW 12th Street
Lincoln, NE 68521
402-441-6081
Challenging test for all players at this links style course!
Hi-Mark Golf Course
8901 Augusta Drive
Lincoln, NE 68526
402-488-7888
Recognized by Gold Digest as a top-notch course with smooth and consistent greens.
Lentz Center for Asian Culture
1155 Q Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-472-5841
Take a stroll through Asia, learn of their interesting culture and explore their attractive works of art.
University of Nebraska-Huskers
One Memorial Stadium
Lincoln, NE 68588
402-472-4224
Lincoln Nebraska might be best known for their sports. Home of thousands of Husker fans, join them for the most exciting games Nebraska has to offer.
Lincoln Children’s Museum
1420 P Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-477-4000
Explore a three-story apple tree; kids can pretend to work for community entities such as a bank, a grocery store, police and fire stations and more. This is not your everyday museum featuring hands-on activities and interactive displays for the young and young at heart.
Lincoln Children’s Zoo
1222 South 27th Street
Lincoln, NE 68502
402-475-6741
Float and flutter your way to the Butterfly Pavilion where butterflies will land on visitors’ heads and outstretched arms and gallop your way to a pony ride. That’s not all; this zoo has over 300 animals like Amur leopards, Bactrian camels, river otters, eagles, crocodiles and reindeer.
University of Nebraska State Museum and Mueller Planetarium
307 Morris Hall
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Lincoln, NE 68588
402-472-2642
Be welcomed by the life-sized bronze Imperial mammoth as you take a journey back to the age of dinosaurs and into the far reaches of space.
Museum of Nebraska History
15th & P Streets
Lincoln, NE 68521
402-471-4754
Travel back to prehistoric and historic times when Nebraska was only inhabited by Native Americans or envision what it must have been like to be a Euro-American pioneer with hands-on experiences, a stroll through the sod-house or the general store setting.
Ager Play Center
1300 South 27th Street
Lincoln, NE 68502
402-441-6788
Designed with kids in mind this indoor playground is an adventure in waiting with and indoor track and kiddie vehicles. If you have child under 3 there is plenty of for them as well in the toddler play area.
Hyde Memorial Observatory
3701 South 70th Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
402-441-7094
Gaze towards the heavens and view the planets and stars from a new perspective.
Star City Shores
27th and Highway 2
Lincoln, NE 68512
402-441-6670
A water adventure with 2 big slides, super sandy play area, spiffy climbing wall and watch out for the water sprays. Complete with dressing rooms and concessions area.
Champions Fun Center
1555 Yolande Avneue
Lincoln, NE 68521
402-434-7066
Zip past the competition on the go-cart track, putt your way to victory with miniature golf, win the Water Wars during a water balloon fight, outwit the games in the arcade and get silly in the kid zone!
Laser Quest
6802 P Street
Lincoln, NE 68505
402-465-5522
Marvel at the multilevel maze as you twist and turn through the foggy corridors during this laser tag adventure.
Lincoln Community Playhouse
2500 South 56th Street
Lincoln, NE 68506
402-489-7529
This stage is filled with magical musicals, sidesplitting comedies, daring dramas and captivating children’s plays throughout the year.
Highlands Aquatics Center
5511 NW 12th Street
Lincoln, NE 68521
402-441-7800
Splish splash and slide your way into this zero depth entry aquatics center swimming hole.
Lincoln Stars Ice Box
1800 State Fair Park Drive
Lincoln, NE 68503
402-474-7827
Split and slide your way around this amazing 200 by 85 foot regulation ice rink.
Adventure Golf Center
5901 South 56th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
402-421-2254
Hey batter batter swing! Have a ball at one of the 6 batting cages, 2 miniature golf courses, the awesome arcade or snack bar.
February
Chocolate Lovers Fantasy
402-435-7496
The name of this event says it all! Partake of the scrumptious extraordinary chocolate buffet, shhh there’s a silent auction and rousing raffles.
March
Shrine Circus
402-441-7500
It’s a bird, it’s a plane…no it’s one of the amazing trapeze artist soaring high above the elephants, clowns and lions in this big top.
May
Annual University Place Art Festival
402-434-5335
With hands-on children’s activities, continuous live entertainment of several varieties, a fabulous fashion show and of course many great arts and craft this is a must do!
Renaissance Fair
402-783-5255
Go back in time to the renaissance era with event planners dressed in period costumes, delightful displays and demonstrations, wonderful wine tasting and concessions.
Family Film Festival
402-473-7774
Take the inside out with an outdoor movie and a complimentary dinner. That’s not all this event has exciting prizes, thrilling rides and good-time games.
June
Celebrate Lincoln Festival
402-434-6902
Celebrate the world and all the enchantment there within featuring a variety of food, marvelous music and delightful dancing.
Jazz in June
402-472-2461
Join the jam jazz session every Tuesday night in June featuring live music and captivating artwork both indoors and out.
July
4th of July Celebration
402-441-7511
Let freedom ring! Bask in the glory that is our country and all of its benefits with music, food and dazzling fireworks.
August
Lancaster County Fair
402-441-6545
Feast your eyes on BBQ for the whole family, participate in the watermelon feed, don’t miss the ice cream social, rowdy rodeo or the interesting exhibits.
Capital City Ribfest
402-441-7500
Calling all BBQ lovers this fest is 4 days of ribs and impressive live entertainment.
August/September
Nebraska State Fair
402-474-5371
Get pumped up with live music, take the little ones to get their hands dirty with kid activities, stop and stare at the strolling entertainers, take home the blue ribbon from one of the competitions, and fill yourself full with the wide selection of foods.
Lincoln Arts Festival
402-434-2787
Boasting more than 100 artist there has to be something for everyone with gorgeous glass, dazzling jewelry, magnificent sculptures and poetic paintings.
October
Boo at the Zoo
402-475-6741
Beware the ghost and goblins as you venture into this zoo, hop aboard a spine-chilling train ride, enter at your own risk the hair-raising haunted plaza and collect your temping treats before you go.
OctoBEER Fest
402-441-6545
Over 100 kinds of bedazzling brew, fabulous food, live entertainment and a super silent auction.
Bluegrass Festival
402-441-6545
The best Bluegrass around sets the stage with live performances, a Jamming tent, Parking lot Jamming awesome craft and food vendors.
Halloween Hurrah
402-477-0128
Trick or Treat? No tricks here but you are likely to find a ton of fun at this museum as the crowds come adorned with their favorite Halloween costumes and the little ones get showered with treats.
November
Winter Weekend at the Zoo
402-475-6741
Santa Claus is coming to the zoo. Bring the entire family for cool crafts, amazing animals, and holiday stories and fun.
December
Star City Holiday Festival and Parade
402-434-6902
The Star City Holiday Festival and Parade features grand floats, giant balloons, marching bands and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Family New Years Eve
402-477-0128
Happy New Year! Bring the entire family and ring in the New Year with great music and dancing, a countdown and a brilliant ball drop.
Population:
Metro area 250,000+
Time Zone:
Lincoln is in the Central Time Zone
(Western Nebraska is in the Mountain Time Zone)
Climate:
Summer afternoons in Lincoln can get a little warm, with temperatures reaching the upper 80s and into the low 90s. Evenings cool into the 60s, offering some respite from the heat. Spring and fall are mild, with temperatures in the 50s and 60s during the day and cooling a bit in the evenings. Winter brings daytime highs in the 30s and a few inches of snowfall monthly between November and March. Lows bottom out in the teens.
Airport:
Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)
2400 West Adams Street
Lincoln, NE 68524
402-458-2480
Rail:
Amtrak
800-USA-RAIL
Bus:
Greyhound
800-231-2222
Getting Around Lincoln:
Star Tran
Public Bus
402-476-1234
Taxis:
Yellow Cabs
402-477-4111
Capital Cab
402-477-6074
Dining:
FireWorks Restaurant
5750 South 86th Drive
Lincoln, NE 68526
402-434-5644
This casual indoor/outdoor dining experience features a wood-fired grill, wood-fired rotisserie and a wood-fired oven. Have one of their many great house-brewed ales.
The Parthenon
5500 South 56th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
402-423-2222
Greek food at its finest serving scrumptious gyros, mousaka, vegetarian entrees, seafood and steaks, boast an extensive wine list and a mouth watering array of desserts.
Green Gateau Cafe
330 South 10th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-477-0330
A Lincoln favorite the Green Gateau serves a variety of tasty American and Continental cuisine in a unique European atmosphere.
Lazlo’s Brewery & Grill
710 North 7th
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-434-5636
Choose from a variety of tantalizing menu items prepared on the hickory fired grill and sip on one of the many house-brewed ales.
Bunkers
8901 Augusta Drive
Lincoln, NE 68526
402-488-8838
Don’t miss a second of the big game while you delight in one of the great menu items, lounge in the beer garden, or play a game of pool.
Nightlife:
The Starlite Lounge
247 North 8th
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-477-1175
Have a drink and relax at this 1960’s Atomic Era Cocktail Lounge. Offering an extensive assortment of premium spirits, wine, and martini specialties.
Mary’s Place
1920 West O Street
Lincoln, NE 68528
402-434-3335
Kick up your heals and let loose with 70’s, 80’s, & 90’s dance music featuring live rock bands on Friday and Saturday, pool tables, dart machines, video golf, and more!
Pla Mor Ballroom
6600 West O Street
Lincoln, NE 68528
402-475-4030
This Ballroom offers Big Band Wednesday’s, Swinging Thursdays and live country music on Sundays.
The Cellar
6913 O Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
402-488-2002
Sing your favorite tune and show off your talent on karaoke night!
Zoo Bar
136 North 14th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
402-435-8754
Nationally recognized this nightspot features awesome live music at least six nights a week – blues, rock, jazz, reggae, and bluegrass!
Libations, too…
5310 South 56th Street #1
Lincoln, NE 68516
402-420-6494
Sip on one of more than 50 martini choices or one of the other 100 drink selections while you get wired with free internet access, play dominos, cards, cribbage, checkers, backgammon or chess.
