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From original homestead cabins to the architectural wonders of the State Capitol, the Land of the Pioneers is a rich and exciting land to explore. Historic attractions and events in the river towns of the east complement the prairie experience, ethnic cultures, and modern highlights found in towns and cities to the west. If variety is the spice of your life, you'll love touring this area.

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Prichard Auditorium

The community's most used public building is referred to as "The Jewel of southeast Nebraska." Held under this massive roof are sporting events, craft shows, home shows, musicals, and many other events. The building was constructed during the Great Depression in the 1930

Falls City, NE Auditoriums

Clarks Historic Site

The Grand band of the Pawnee established this village some time after 1823 and remained there until about 1845. There is evidence that other bands lived at Clarks during the 1840s. The village was besieged and burned by the Delaware Indians in 1832

Osceola, NE Archaeology

Deshler City Park

The Desher City Park covers 10

Deshler, NE Recreation

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park & Arboretum

A 52-room mansion that belonged to J. Sterling Morton, Founder of Arbor Day. Many of the family's original pieces fill the home. The Carriage house displays carriages used by the family. Walking trails wind through the grounds.

Nebraska City, NE Arboretums

Crystal Springs

Crystal Springs may be near Fairbury, but it is a world apart from city life.

The 73-acre park just south of Fairbury offers recreation and a variety of wildlife viewing opportunities in a location that is less than five miles from civilization.

Fairbury, NE RV Parks

Christ Church Episcopal

This church listed on the National Register of Historic Places is an Early Gothic piece of architecture whose cornerstone was laid in 1889

Beatrice, NE Historic Churches

Table Rock Museums

Table Rock is filled with a wealth of history. A one-of-a-kind group of seven individual museums incorporated in the downtown district capture and preserve the rich heritage of the community.

  • 100-year-old St. John's Catholic Church
    • - Built in 1877

    Table Rock, NE Museums

    Fairbury City Museum

    This museum has been located for many years on the west side of the downtown square in Fairbury. It is now in a larger building that allows the display of items in a much more pleasant atmosphere and has more space for new items. The museum'

    Fairbury, NE Museums

    Skate Zone

    Lincoln, NE Skate Centers

    Centenary United Methodist

    This impressive limestone church was erected in 1929

    Beatrice, NE Historic Churches

    Bonham Theatre

    Both the Bonham Theatre, and the First National Bank, located on the northwest corner of Fifth and E streets, were at one time owned by Luther Bonham.

    Bonham Theatre'

    Fairbury, NE Theatres

    Union Orchard

    (Started in 1890's by the University of Nebraska.)

    1. APPLE VARIETIES
    -- Jonathon - Sept.
    -- Winesap - Sept. to Late Oct.
    -- Red & Yellow Delicious - Late Sept.
    -- Turley - Oct. 1 to Oct. 15
    -- Jonagold - newly planted

    Nebraska City, NE Recreation

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