The two-story false-front commercial building was constructed by Frank Isenberger in 1911 as a garage, with the opera house located on the upper floor. "Lodgepole Opera House," painted in large letters, remains visible on the front facade. The opera house has a stage and a projection booth, added later when it was used to show motion pictures. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
This War Memorial, located in Legion Park, commemorates veterans from all American wars and houses one of the country's largest American flags which measures 20' x 38' on its 140' flagpole.
Sidney, NE One Of A KindsThe Christ Episcopal Church was built in 1866 as the original church of Fort Sidney. This unique church blends past and present. Today parishioners worship where Indians and frontiersman came together in a spirit of love and cooperation.
Sidney, NE Historic ChurchesTake a walk through the past and discover the historical buildings of downtown Sidney. The 44 buildings include many that are registered with the National Register of Historic Places. Below are just a few of the buildings you can see in this beautiful piece of history in Sidney.
The UP depot was moved back to Potter in 1991. After much restoration, it was opened to the public in 1996. It houses UP Railroad memorabilia as well as an agricultural room and other items. It is open by appointment only as well as special events in Potter.
Sidney, NE MuseumsCabela's oldest existing retail showroom, the 62,000-square-foot Sidney, Nebraska store, is filled with all the quality outdoor gear you expect from the World'
Sidney, NE RecreationThis local history museum features home-made steam engines, a restored log cabin, spinning wheel, antique organ, old tools, t...