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 ChurchesSidney welcomes you to Legion Park, and ideal setting for fun and games or just relaxing. Modern playground equipment to excited a child's fantasies, a pond stocked with fish to whet a young fisherman'
Sidney, NE ParksAndrew Carnegie awarded the city of Sidney $6,500 for the construction of this library which served Sidney from 1914 to 1965
Sidney, NE Carnegie Libraries"Towering to the heavens" is how one pioneer described Chimney Rock, the most recognized landmark along the Oregon Trail. Tod...
The exploits of Pony Express riders are the stuff of legend. This historical monument marks the location of one of the hundre...