{"id":47232,"date":"2019-04-17T08:00:46","date_gmt":"2019-04-17T08:00:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/blog\/?p=47232"},"modified":"2019-04-17T08:00:46","modified_gmt":"2019-04-17T08:00:46","slug":"18-essential-historic-landmarks-around-eastern-nebraska-mapped","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/2019\/04\/18-essential-historic-landmarks-around-eastern-nebraska-mapped\/","title":{"rendered":"18 Essential Historic Landmarks Around Eastern Nebraska, Mapped"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Nebraska is known for its vast and beautiful prairies, an incredible food scene, the friendliest people around, and a low cost of living \u2014 but our amazing state is also bursting with history. There are more than 500 historic sites around Nebraska that are waiting to share the stories of great people, places and events that made our home what it is today.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We rounded up 18 must-see attractions around the eastern part of the state, so you can get started on planning your historic tour of Nebraska! Which landmark will you visit first?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><!--more--><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\">Start planning out your road trip using our interactive map!<\/h4>\n<p><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/3\/embed?mid=1aoRY1p4MM-37m6TEmsIAmKK18ZtmEsej\" width=\"100%\" height=\"500\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arbordayfarm.org\/attractions\/arbor-lodge.cfm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arbor Lodge Mansion<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Arbor+Lodge+Mansion\/@40.6804191,-95.8814815,15z\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x3713f96c25c1fb79?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjh95rOl6DhAhUDeKwKHV0ODZkQ_BIwD3oECA0QCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nebraska City<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-47292 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Arbor-Day-Farm-1.png\" alt=\"Nebraska Landmarks\" width=\"945\" height=\"473\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/473;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.arbordayfarm.org\/attractions\/arbor-lodge.cfm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Arbor Lodge Mansion<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Did you know that Arbor Day was founded in Nebraska? In 1872, Nebraska City locals J. Sterling and Caroline Morton challenged people everywhere to plant as many trees as they could on April 10th. On that first Arbor Day, as it came to be known, it\u2019s estimated that over a million trees were planted in the Nebraska territory. Today, you can tour the Mortons\u2019 home and the stunning grounds that are, of course, full of trees, shrubs, walking trails and beautiful gardens.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/ashfall.unl.edu\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Ashfall+Fossil+Beds+State+Historical+Park\/@42.4217216,-98.1585426,17.02z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x878538218f4f35b3:0xdc034379d751cc90!8m2!3d42.421683!4d-98.1562905\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Royal<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Around 12 million years ago, a volcano in southwest Idaho spread a blanket of ash over a very large area, including one or two feet of grasslands in northeastern Nebraska. As animals continued to graze on the ash-covered grass, they began to die, leaving their skeletons completely preserved. At the Ashfall Fossil Beds State Historical Park, you can explore the laboratories, view historic treasures and even picnic throughout the grounds!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/sarpycountymuseum.org\/2016\/09\/the-bellevue-log-cabin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Bellevue Log Cabin<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/The+Bellevue+Log+Cabin\/@41.1412333,-95.8940647,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879387fb4f73bb91:0x4d37168c5b7a4aef!8m2!3d41.1412293!4d-95.891876\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bellevue<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Regarded as the oldest building in Nebraska, the Bellevue Log Cabin was constructed between 1830 and 1835 and built close to the Missouri River as a part of the Jacob Astor Fur Trading Post. The cabin was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, and you can schedule a tour of the property by contacting the <a href=\"http:\/\/sarpycountymuseum.org\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sarpy County Museum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boystown.org\/Pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Boys Town<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/boys-town-real-estate?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-48092 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Boys_Town_Real_Estate_1-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"945\" height=\"628\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/628;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In 1917, Edward J. Flanagan rented a boarding house on the edge of downtown Omaha and established a refuge for homeless boys of all races and religions. In the first year, they served over 1,000 young men and became known as Father Flanagan\u2019s Home for Boys. When they realized that more space was needed, they secured a farm west of Omaha, which became the permanent home for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/boys-town-real-estate?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Village of Boys Town<\/a>. Boys Town has been a National Historic Monument since 1985 and offers plenty of space for you to explore, from the Hall of History to the Boys Town Visitor Center.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.environmentaltrust.org\/about\/ferguson.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ferguson House<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Ferguson+House\/@40.8065938,-96.7000512,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8796bf06aaaaaaab:0xae9c137d4b8ed1b2!8m2!3d40.8065898!4d-96.6978625\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>The Ferguson House, built between 1909 and 1911 by William Henry and Myrtle Ferguson, is located in downtown Lincoln. While this gorgeous home has had many uses over the years, it currently houses the Nebraska Environmental Trust. Because the Ferguson House is used as an office building, it isn\u2019t open to public tours except for one open house a year in early December. But, even if you can\u2019t get a look inside, the exceptional exterior architecture is definitely worth seeing in person!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gagecountymuseum.info\/FilleyStoneBarn.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Filley Stone Barn<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Filley+Stone+Barn\/@39.9905388,-97.4034215,9.04z\/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1sfilley+stone+bar!3m4!1s0x8796705c1fef15cd:0x32e16f1d14f208db!8m2!3d40.263121!4d-96.541028\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Filley<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>In 1867, Elijah and Emma Filley, along with their two sons and Elijah\u2019s father, arrived in Gage County. They lived in a tent until they completed building their seven-room dwelling, \u201cCottage Hill Farm\u201d. Elijah then began to build a barn, the news of which spread throughout the territory and brought men from all over the area looking for work. They finished the still standing stone barn in 1874. Today, you can visit the outside anytime you like, or schedule a tour of the barn interior by contacting the Gage County Museum. Plus, don\u2019t forget to stop by during the annual Harvest Festival in October, which features antique tractors, horse-drawn equipment, blacksmith demonstrations and more!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/outdoornebraska.gov\/fortatkinson\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fort Atkinson<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Fort+Atkinson+State+Historical+Park\/@41.4540527,-96.0170071,15z\/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x0:0x1dbe771732918db?sa=X&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiy2bqnzqDhAhUn0YMKHWDpAr4Q_BIwDHoECAsQCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-47312 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/54.218.64.113\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Fort-Atkinson-1.png\" alt=\"Nebraska Landmarks\" width=\"945\" height=\"627\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/627;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of the <a href=\"http:\/\/outdoornebraska.gov\/\">Nebraska Game and Parks Commission<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Established in 1820 on the recommendation of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, Fort Atkinson was the first U.S. military post west of the Missouri River. If you\u2019re looking to get a taste of American history, you can visit the reconstructed outpost any time you\u2019d like! Bring the whole family and enjoy one of their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NEGameandParks\/events\/?ref=page_internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">living history demonstrations<\/a>, which take place throughout the summer and fall.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/sarpycountymuseum.org\/2016\/08\/the-fontenelle-bank\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Fontenelle Bank &#8211; County Courthouse<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Fontenelle+Bank+-+County+Courthouse+Historical+Marker\/@41.1366696,-95.8933111,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879387fbca209921:0x310747f65f03c00f!8m2!3d41.1366656!4d-95.8911224\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bellevue<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>The Fontenelle Bank is settled at the corner of Mission Avenue and Main Street in Old Towne <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/bellevue-real-estate?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Bellevue<\/a>. Built in 1857, the bank operated there for just a few months before failing due to the Panic of 1857. It then was used as a courtroom and office building before being placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1969. It is considered the oldest commercial public building in the state of Nebraska. You\u2019re welcome to tour it and see the historical artifacts inside after making an appointment with the <a href=\"http:\/\/sarpycountymuseum.org\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sarpy County Historical Museum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/www.douglascohistory.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">General Crook House<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/General+Crook+House+Museum\/@41.3102204,-95.9626062,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x879391b933c9ca67:0xb8edd6c1d0553f61!8m2!3d41.3102164!4d-95.9604175\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>This authentically restored home of General George Cook was built in 1879 in an Italianate style and is now on the National Register of Historic Places. You can tour the home any day of the week and get a taste of what life was like for a commanding officer living in the Frontier during the 1880s. No matter what time of year you visit, the home is sure to be a stunning sight with the gorgeous heirloom garden blooming in the warmer months and the grand holiday decorations that adorn the entire house during November and December!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/lincolnhaymarket.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Haymarket District<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Historic+Haymarket\/@40.8166258,-96.712523,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8796bf02b8427b87:0x533ff25cb1a4d26b!8m2!3d40.8166218!4d-96.7103343\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-47302 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Downtown-Lincoln-1-1.png\" alt=\"Nebraska Landmarks\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of Collin Rasmussen via\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/downtownlincoln.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Downtown Lincoln<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Haymarket can be traced back to Lincoln\u2019s first decade as a town. In 1867, at the very beginning of Lincoln\u2019s history, \u201cMarket Square\u201d was a designated space between O and P Streets and featured an open-air market for produce and livestock as well as a camping ground for immigrants. In 1874, the city and state donated the original \u201cMarket Square\u201d and moved the market two blocks north, creating \u201cHaymarket Square\u201d, where scales were provided for weighing hay, cattle and produce. Today, the area is full of great restaurants, unique shopping and fun nightspots located among restored turn-of-the-century warehouses.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/home\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Homestead National Monument of America<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Homestead+National+Monument+of+America,+Heritage+Center\/@42.209403,-98.7149505,7.44z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x87965d149bffcef7:0x56959fab881f3acd!8m2!3d40.285642!4d-96.8266216\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Beatrice<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>The Homestead Act of 1862 was one of the most significant events in the westward expansion of the United States. The act granted 160 acres of free land to claimants, turning vast amounts of the public domain to private citizens. 10 percent of the United States was claimed and settled under this act and the Homestead National Monument of America, located in Southeast Nebraska, was created to commemorate it. The area offers plenty of things to do including exploring the Homestead Heritage Center, which is full of exhibits where you can learn about the impact of the Homestead Act on the United States. You can also visit the Palmer-Epard Cabin, see the community garden, and hike the oldest restored tallgrass prairie in the National Park Service!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/joslyncastle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joslyn Castle<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Joslyn+Castle,+Omaha,+NE\/@41.2565715,-95.9907537,13.97z\/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x87938e7255ac04a1:0x7a83d249249ef296!8m2!3d41.2617661!4d-95.9718064\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>While Joslyn Castle might not be an actual castle, it\u2019s still a remarkable site. This gorgeous mansion is located in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npdodge.com\/gold-coast-real-estate?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Post&amp;utm_campaign=Internal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Gold Coast Historic District<\/a> of Omaha and was built by Sarah and George Joslyn, the area\u2019s first millionaires and philanthropists. Many local institutions benefited from George and Sarah\u2019s generosity, including the University of Omaha, the Nebraska Humane Society, the Fontanelle Home for the Aged and many more. The castle-like mansion was completed in 1903 and features 35 different rooms (including a few hidden ones) that you can explore during a <a href=\"http:\/\/joslyncastle.com\/tours\/\">guided tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lincoln.org\/meet\/facility\/151800-lincoln-station-great-hall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln Station<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Lincoln+Station+Great+Hall\/@40.8152578,-96.7134672,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8796bf1ca5512d5d:0xca8594e6b56c6af8!8m2!3d40.8152538!4d-96.7112785\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Lincoln\u2019s railroad era began in 1870 when the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad became the first line to enter the new capital. They went through several different station buildings before landing on the current, 1927 Neo-classical Revival style depot that still stands today. The building was renovated in 1989, to provide shops, offices and the \u201cGreat Hall\u201d in the former waiting room. Today, the station is an event venue \u2014 adding the perfect touch of history and glamour to holiday parties, weddings or any other shindig you can think of!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/capitol.nebraska.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Nebraska State Capitol<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Nebraska+State+Capitol\/@40.808064,-96.7019177,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8796bef917039411:0x9a48bb6d8700989a!8m2!3d40.80806!4d-96.699729\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-47282 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_229626619.png\" alt=\"Nebraska Landmarks\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_229626619.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_229626619-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/AdobeStock_229626619-768x512.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In addition to being home to our nation\u2019s only one-house nonpartisan legislature, the Nebraska State Capitol is also recognized for its unique architecture. Instead of the grand dome you\u2019ll often find in capitol buildings, ours features a 400-foot tower with an observation deck that offers unbeatable views of the city. Visit the building to take in the history, observe some great artwork and soak in the views! After you\u2019re done touring the inside, take a load off at one of the Capitol Courtyards to enjoy a picnic and the beautiful city.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"http:\/\/unlhistory.unl.edu\/exhibits\/show\/schillerlinden\/plantingtheseeds\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Schiller Linden Tree<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/The+Schiller+Linden+Tree\/@40.8176864,-96.707962,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8796bee26f9cbb01:0xfe022d22a39557f8!8m2!3d40.8176824!4d-96.7057733\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Laurence Fossler served as professor of German Language at the University of Nebraska from 1889 to 1926. In 1905, Fossler wrote the Board of Regents about wanting to plant the Schiller Linden Tree on the University grounds, intended as a homage to the linden-lined street in Berlin, Germany. During WWI, the tree became a symbolic victim to the wrath of the anti-German sentiment around the country and the tree\u2019s plaque mysteriously disappeared. In 1933, a new plaque was dedicated after Fossler\u2019s death and the tree continues to stand proudly as a testament to Fossler and the rest of Lincoln\u2019s German community who helped make the university what it is today.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/history.nebraska.gov\/visit\/thomas-p-kennard-state-historic-site\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Thomas P. Kennard Historic Site<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Thomas+P.+Kennard+Historic+Site\/@40.8066366,-96.699601,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x8796bef846558e6d:0x9256d85ffc1fde01!8m2!3d40.8066326!4d-96.6974123\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Lincoln<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Built by Nebraska\u2019s first Secretary of State, the Kennard House is the oldest remaining building in Lincoln\u2019s original plat. It was restored during Lincoln\u2019s centennial anniversary in 1967 and features beautiful Victorian furnishings and exhibits that will transport you directly to the past. You can get a tour of the gorgeous estate any time of the year by calling 402-471-4445!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Union Station \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/durhammuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Durham Museum<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/The+Durham+Museum\/@41.251473,-95.9311536,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x87938fa653d6c967:0x5ddea1f2cc6f522f!8m2!3d41.251469!4d-95.9289649\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Omaha<\/a><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-46532 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Durham-Museum.png\" alt=\"Nebraska Landmarks\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Durham-Museum.png 945w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Durham-Museum-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/npdodge.blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Durham-Museum-768x512.png 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 945px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 945\/630;\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>Photo courtesy of <a href=\"https:\/\/durhammuseum.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Durham Museum<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>While the old Union Station now houses the Durham Museum, that doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t soak up the history when you visit. The stunning architecture has been preserved and harkens back to days gone by. Plus, the museum has ties with the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, the National Archives and the Field Museum in Chicago so you can dig even further into history than you ever thought possible!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.willacather.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Willa Cather House<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Willa+Cather's+Childhood+Home,+NE+State+Historic+Site\/@40.0891273,-98.5221325,18z\/data=!4m8!1m2!2m1!1swilla+cather+home!3m4!1s0x8798f664cd44c0a5:0xc877b705204be43!8m2!3d40.0875639!4d-98.5210042\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Red Cloud<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Willa Sibert Cather was an American writer who is recognized for her novels about frontier life on the Great Plains. When she was 9 years old, her family moved to Red Cloud, Nebraska to escape the tuberculosis outbreaks that were rampant in her home state of Virginia. Her novels were intensely influenced by the dramatic weather and environment of the Nebraska Prairie. You can visit the home where she grew up and became inspired by the landscape all year long! The National Willa Cather Center invites you to experience the life, times and work of one of the West&#8217;s most beloved authors by touring her home, reading her work and even visiting her favorite opera house. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willacather.org\/visit\/hours-and-directions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here<\/a> for the museum\u2019s full hours.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Ready to explore?<\/h2>\n<p>What is your favorite Eastern Nebraska landmark? 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