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Lincoln Attractions
American Historical Society of Germans From Russia Museum
631 D Street
402 - 474-3363
This museum includes archives, a library, map collections, special displays and a immense amount of genealogical information.
State Museum of History
15th and P Street
Lincoln NE 68508
402 - 471-3270
This museum focuses on the history of Nebraska and Lincoln. From Indian and pioneer times to the more recent present, numerous exhibits make this a great museum.
Children's Museum
Lincoln Square at 13th and "O" Sts.
402-477-0128.
A delightful destination where children and youth of all ages may touch, discover and learn, Lincoln's Children's Museum features exhibits representative of broad areas of science, technology, history, culture and fine arts.
Folsom Children's Zoo and Botanical Gardens
1222 S. 27th St.
402-475-6741.
A train ride and many "pettable" animals make this stop a favorite with children and adults alike.
Governor's Mansion
The Mansion itself is quite attractive and features a doll collection of the state's First Ladies in their inaugural gowns.
Great Plains Art Collection
215 Love Library, University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus
402-472-6220
This celebrated western art exhibit features 180 bronzes including works by Remington and Russell; also on display are 200 paintings and 300 other works of art, as well as 4,000 volumes of Great Plains and Western Americana.
Historic Haymarket
Between 7th and 9th Sts., from "0" to "R" Sts.
402-435-7496.
Galleries, restaurants, unique shops and bookstores are housed in turn-of-the-century buildings in what used to be the warehouse/farmer's market section of the city. Of particular interest is the Iron Horse Sculpture. Historic Haymarket is open year-round.
Hyde Observatory
3701 S. 70th St.
402-441-7094
Visitors can view the planets and stars at Hyde Observatory located in the southern part of Holmes Lake Park. The shows, both in the Observatory and across the skies, are spectacular.
Lentz Center for Asian Culture
339 Morrill Hall, 14th & U.
402-472-5841.
The permanent collection includes ancient ceremonial bronzes, jade and ivory carvings, Tibetan ritual objects, ceramics, Asian musical instruments and prints. Rotating exhibitions feature aspects of traditional Asian cultures.
Museum of Nebraska History
15th & P Streets
402-471-4754.
This museum houses colorful exhibits of Plains history, highlighting early prehistoric times, Indians of the Great Plains and pioneer days. The museum's period rooms, World War II exhibit and interactive exhibits are especially popular.
National Museum of Roller Skating
4730 South St.
402-483-7551.
The only museum of its kind in the world, the National Museum of Roller Skating exhibits skates, costumes, films, artwork and other skating memorabilia from 1819 to the present. Learn about the history, technology and development of roller sports.
Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery & Sculpture Garden
12th & R Streets on the University of Nebraska campus
402-472-2461.
Designed by architect Philip Johnson, the Sheldon features one of the nation's finest collections of 20th century American art including paintings, sculpture, graphics, photography and decorative arts. The Sheldon's five-acre Sculpture Garden displays 30 key examples of sculpture by artists of international reputation.
State Capitol
1445 "K" St.
402-471-3191, ext. 448
This architectural wonder towers over Lincoln. Whether on the inside or the outside, the intricate artwork, mosaics and sculptures will fascinate visitors. Plan to take an elevator ride to the 14th-floor observation deck for a bird's-eye view of Lincoln.
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