Lincoln, NE Attractions

In the south-east of the state is its capital, Lincoln. Features of interest are the State Capitol, the State University with a Natural History Museum, Planetarium and the Sheldon Art Gallery of modern American art, designed by top architect Philip Johnson. Its most original museum however is the National Museum of Roller Skating tells the history of roller skating from 1700 to the present day.
Lincoln (pop. 225,000) is the second largest city in Nebraska by population.

Antelope Park and Sunken Gardens

Antelope Park in Lincoln is a 143-acre park with a swimming pool, playground, junior golf course and sport fields. It is the location of a Rose Gardens and the Folsom Children's Zoo. The Cascade Fountain is dedicated to Nebraska's retired teachers. Sunken Gardens is a terraced garden with plants, a reflecting pool and waterfall.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	6:00	6:00	6:00	6:00	6:00	6:00	6:00
Close	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00	23:00

Tips

Restrooms are open from April to October.

Fairview

Fairview, in Lincoln, was the home of William Jennings Bryan, who served as a U.S. congressman and as secretary of state in the early 20th C. The home has been restored to its 1908 appearance. Bryan is famous for his participation in the Scopes "Monkey" Trial. The lower level contains the Bryan Museum with historic artifacts.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	13:00	13:00	13:00	13:00	Closed	Closed
Close		16:00	16:00	16:00	16:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Tips

Tours arranged by appointment.

Folsom Children's Zoo & Botanical Gardens

The Lincoln Children's Zoo features more than 300 animals including Amur Leopards, Harbor Seals, Bactrian Camels, Gelada Baboons, River Otters, Eagles, Crocodiles, Reindeer, Naked Mole Rats, and New Guinea singing dogs. The animals live among the botanical gardens featuring annuals, perennials, herbs and 50 types of trees.

Address

Lincoln Children's Zoo & Botanical Gardens
1222 South 27th Street
Lincoln, NE 68502-1832
United States

Phone 1 (402) 475-6741

Fax 1 (402) 475-6742

http://www.lincolnchildrenszoo.org

Hours

April 15 to May 30

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

June 1 to August 31

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close	17:00	17:00	20:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

September 1 to October 15

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Cost

Adult	$ 6.50
Child 12 & under	$ 5.50
Senior over 62	$ 5.50
Child 1 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Disabled

Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.

Guides

Guided tour available as optional extra.

Facilities

Gift shop
Restaurant or food service
Wheelchair loan or rental

Frank H Woods Telephone Museum

Frank H. Woods, Sr. founded the Lincoln Telephone Company in 1903. The museum features the history of the telephone industry, especially The Lincoln Telephone and Telegraph Company and its founder.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed	Closed	13:00
Close							16:00

Tips

Donations are accepted.

Historic Haymarket District

The Historic Haymarket District of Lincoln is a restored turn-of-the-century warehouse district that includes restaurants, antique shops, specialty shops, and art galleries. The highlight of nearby Iron Horse Park is the "Iron Horse" Legacy, a brick mural showing the first locomotive to cross the prairie.

Address

Historic Haymarket District
335 North 8th Street, Suite B

Lincoln, NE 68508
United States

Phone 1 (402) 435-7496

Fax 1 (402) 435-7535

http://lincolnhaymarket.org

Lentz Center for Asian Culture

The Lentz Center for Asian Culture is located on the University of Nebraska campus in Lincoln. The museum is dedicated to Asian art and culture. The collections include musical instruments, textiles, ceramics, paintings, bronzes, jade and ivory carvings and prints.

Tips

Because of financial constraints, the Lentz Center for Asian Culture will no longer have regular hours. The collection will stay in place and there will be occasional Asian exhibitions. For information after July 1, 2010 call the Great Plains Art Museum at

Lincoln Children's Museum

The Lincoln Children's Museum features hands-on exhibits. Highlights include a three-story apple tree, an airplane, a water exhibit, Prairie Dog Town, Lunar Lander, Artist Studio, Hot Air Balloon, Pets Vet, Construction Zone, Country Acres, Bank, Supermarket, Medical Center, Police and Fire Department.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	Closed	9:30	9:30	9:30	9:30	9:30	13:00
Close		17:00	17:00	19:30	17:00	17:00	17:00

Cost

Admission Cost	$ 6.50
Senior over 62	$ 6.00
Child 1 & under	$ 4.00

All values are in United States Dollars

Museum of Nebraska History

The Museum of Nebraska History in Lincoln features exhibits about the prehistoric and historic Native American cultures of the Great Plains, and the lives of the pioneer settlers.

Address

Museum of Nebraska History
Box 82554

Lincoln, NE 68501-2554
United States

Phone 1 (402) 471-4754

Fax 1 (402) 471-3314

http://www.nebraskahistory.org/sites/mnh

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	13:00	13:00
Close	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Veteran's Day - USA (November 11)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Tips

Donations accepted. $2.00 suggested.

National Museum of Roller Skating

The National Museum of Roller Skating in Lincoln features a collection of roller skates. The museum has a display showing the evolution of the roller skate wheel from 1860 to 1998. Other exhibits feature medals, costumes, artwork and videotapes.

Address

Roller Skating National Museum
4730 South Street, Suite 2
Lincoln, NE 68506-1256
United States

Phone 1 (402) 483-7551

Fax 1 (402) 483-1465

http://www.rollerskatingmuseum.com

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	9:00	Closed	Closed
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
American Independance Day (July 4)
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Facilities

Gift shop

Pioneers Park Nature Center

The Nature Center in Lincoln features 6mi/9km of walking trails through native Nebraska prairie grasses, woodlands and wetlands. Animals such as bison, elk, deer, wild turkey, and birds of prey are shown in their natural habitat. Pinewood Bowl, a natural amphitheater, hosts performing events.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	8:30	8:30	8:30	8:30	8:30	8:30	12:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

State Capitol

The Nebraska State Capitol is an excellent example of modern architecture featuring mosaics and sculptures inside and out that represent the natural, social and political development of the state. An elevator ride to the 14th floor observation deck allows for an excellent view of Lincoln.

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	8:00	10:00	13:00
Close	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00	17:00

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Tips

Tours Available on the Hour.

Disabled

Full facilities for persons with disabilities.

Thomas P Kennard House

Thomas P Kennard was the first secretary of state for Nebraska. His house in Lincoln has been restored and furnished in its 1870s décor.

Cost

Adult	$ 3.00
Child 18 & under	FREE

All values are in United States Dollars

Tips

Open by appointment only. Tours are available throughout the year.

University of Nebraska State Museum

The University of Nebraska State Museum in Lincoln features Elephant Hall with fossil elephants and with a mural of the ice-age mammoths. Other exhibits include the Age of Dinosaurs, the Gallery of Ancient Life, the Hall of Nebraska Wildlife and an interactive natural science discovery room.

Address

University of Nebraska Museum
307 Morrill Hall
Lincoln, NE 68508-0338
United States

Phone 1 (402) 472-2642

Fax 1 (402) 472-8899

http://www.museum.unl.edu

Hours

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Open	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	10:00	13:30
Close	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30	16:30

Always opened on:

Martin Luther King's Birthday - USA (3rd Monday, January )
Memorial Day - USA (last Monday, May )
American Independance Day (July 4)
Labor Day - USA (1st Monday, September)

Always closed on:

New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)

Cost

Family	$ 21.00
Adult	$ 8.00
Child 18 & under	$ 5.50
Child 4 & under	$ 2.50

All values are in United States Dollars

Tips

Admission includes planetarium pricing. Museum only admission available.

Guides

Guided tour available as optional extra.

Facilities

Gift shop

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