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Attractions Directory
Lincoln Monument
1445 K Street (Get directions)
Lincoln, NE 68509
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
The Lincoln Monument on the west side of the Capitol was created by sculptor Daniel Chester French and architect Henry Bacon 10 years prior to their Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. Dedicated September 2, 1912, Nebraska's monument celebrates the centennial of President Abraham Lincoln's birth and includes the Gettysburg Address in granite.
The Lincoln Monument on the west side of the Capitol was created by sculptor Daniel Chester French and architect Henry Bacon 10 years prior to their Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. Dedicated September 2, 1912, Nebraska's monument celebrates the centennial of President Abraham Lincoln's birth and includes the Gettysburg Address in granite.
Pioneers Park Nature Center
3201 S Coddington Ave (Get directions)
Lincoln, NE 68522
Interpretive Centers and gated trail hours: Monday - Saturday: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; Sunday: Noon – 5:00 pm; Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
The Nature Center, in the southwest corner of Pioneers Park, is a wildlife preserve that features eight miles of walking trails through native Nebraska prairie grasses, woodlands and wetlands. Bison, elk and birds of prey are exhibited in their natural Nebraska habitat. The Prairie and Chet Ager buildings have additional exhibits and restroom facilities. A Natural Play Area for children and gardens are also found on site. Bicycles and pets are only allowed on the crushed limestone trail on the south side of Haines Branch Creek.
Phone: (402) 441-7895
Website: http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/naturecenter/
The Nature Center, in the southwest corner of Pioneers Park, is a wildlife preserve that features eight miles of walking trails through native Nebraska prairie grasses, woodlands and wetlands. Bison, elk and birds of prey are exhibited in their natural Nebraska habitat. The Prairie and Chet Ager buildings have additional exhibits and restroom facilities. A Natural Play Area for children and gardens are also found on site. Bicycles and pets are only allowed on the crushed limestone trail on the south side of Haines Branch Creek.
Phone: (402) 441-7895
Website: http://lincoln.ne.gov/city/parks/naturecenter/
American Historical Society of Germans from Russia
631 D Street (Get directions)
Lincoln, NE 68502
Hours: Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Admission: Members: Free Adults (non-members) $5.00, Students: $3.00, Children under 6 yrs: Free
Germans from Russia were attracted to Lincoln and the Great Plains by a climate similar to what they had experienced in Russia as well as recruitment from the railroads and opportunities associated with the Homestead Act. By 1914, more than one-third of Lincoln's population was made up of these immigrants and their descendants. This museum is dedicated to preserving their history and culture and houses the International Society offices, archives and special displays.
Admission: Members: Free Adults (non-members) $5.00, Students: $3.00, Children under 6 yrs: Free
Germans from Russia were attracted to Lincoln and the Great Plains by a climate similar to what they had experienced in Russia as well as recruitment from the railroads and opportunities associated with the Homestead Act. By 1914, more than one-third of Lincoln's population was made up of these immigrants and their descendants. This museum is dedicated to preserving their history and culture and houses the International Society offices, archives and special displays.
Burlington Antique Mall
201 N. 7th Street (Get directions)
Lincoln, NE 68508
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm; Friday: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm (excluding January-March) Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm; Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm.
Burlington Antiques has been committed to selling quality antiques and collectibles for 30 years. The "Burlington" has been consistently voted "Lincoln's Best Antique Mall". Located in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket District, our mall showcases a multitude of knowledgeable dealers. We are located in the Historic Burlington Northern Train Station, now called The Lincoln Station. For a unique shopping experience visit Burlington Antiques and the many Haymarket shops, art galleries and restaurants. The Haymarket District is conveniently located just off Interstate 80 at the 9th Street/Downtown Exit 401 in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Burlington Antiques has been committed to selling quality antiques and collectibles for 30 years. The "Burlington" has been consistently voted "Lincoln's Best Antique Mall". Located in Lincoln's Historic Haymarket District, our mall showcases a multitude of knowledgeable dealers. We are located in the Historic Burlington Northern Train Station, now called The Lincoln Station. For a unique shopping experience visit Burlington Antiques and the many Haymarket shops, art galleries and restaurants. The Haymarket District is conveniently located just off Interstate 80 at the 9th Street/Downtown Exit 401 in Lincoln, Nebraska.
Lincoln Children's Zoo
1222 S. 27th Street (Get directions)
Lincoln, NE 68502
Hours: Open daily, year round from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Rated among the nation’s best zoos for children by Parent Magazine, the nationally award winning Lincoln Children’s Zoo is home to over 400 animals. Featuring interactive Zoofari stations with Larry the Cable Guy, up-close animal encounters and the historic ZO&O Railroad, the Zoo is the perfect destination for the entire family.
Rated among the nation’s best zoos for children by Parent Magazine, the nationally award winning Lincoln Children’s Zoo is home to over 400 animals. Featuring interactive Zoofari stations with Larry the Cable Guy, up-close animal encounters and the historic ZO&O Railroad, the Zoo is the perfect destination for the entire family.