Alliance Attractions

Alliance is the county seat of Box Butte County, originally named Grand Lake. The name was changed in 1888 by the the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad superintendent.

A notable attraction near the town is Carhenge, a replica of Stonehenge built of automobiles.

Carhenge

Carhenge, near Alliance, is a replica of Stonehenge that was created by using old cars. Six families gathering for a family reunion in 1987 came up with the idea! Other sculptures created with old cars and/or car parts are on the grounds.

Tips

Visiting hours are preferred during daylight hours although Carhenge is open 24/7. Donations accepted.

Dobby's Frontier Town

Dobby's Frontier Town is a turn-of-the-century town with an authentic general store, post office, original bootlegger's cabin with lookout, Chinese laundry, Wells Fargo Bank and jail.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close		18:00	18:00	18:00	18:00	18:00	18:00

Tips

Open by appointment only during the winter.

Knight Museum of High Plains Heritage

The Knight Museum of High Plains Heritage in Alliance features railroad, agricultural and American Indian exhibits that show the history of western Nebraska.

Tips

Donations are accepted.

Sallows Military Museum

Sallows Military Museum has displays from every conflict including momentos, uniforms, and battle plans.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	13:00	13:00	13:00	13:00	13:00	Closed
Close		17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00