Museums

Old Freighters Museum
407 N. 14th St – Home of the Russell-Majors-Waddell Freighting Company in 1858, this museum showcases the history and importance of transportation to the development of the community dating back to 1859.

Open during Arbor Day Celebration, AppleJack Festival, and by appointment
Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for children
402-873-9360

Civil War Museum at Grand Army of the Republic Hall
910 1st Corso – Civil War and Grand Army of the Republic artifacts are preserved in an original post used as a social gathering place for Union Civil War veterans.

Open Jun–Oct, Sat–Sun, 12–4pm; Nov–May, last Sun of each month, 12–4pm
Admission: $3 for adults aged 12 and up, Free for children
402-873-4018
402-873-7079

Nebraska City Museum of Firefighting & Education Center
1320 Central Ave – It is fitting for Nebraska City—home to the oldest operating volunteer fire department in Nebraska—to pay tribute to this community tradition. Visitors can enjoy the interactive exhibits featuring antique equipment, dress in real bunker gear, and peruse the gift shop.

Opening spring 2007
Admission
402-873-3579

Taylor-Wessel-Bickel (Nelson) House
711 3rd Corso – Built in 1857, this is the oldest house in Nebraska City that is still located on its original site. It is also one of the oldest homes in the state, serving as not only a museum but also the society quarters for the Nebraska City Historical Society. The rooms are filled with period furnishings and artifacts. In addition, the house is home to interpretive materials, art, and photos.

Open during Arbor Day Celebration, AppleJack Festival, and by appointment
Admission: $2 for adults, $1 for children
402-873-9360

River Country Nature Center
114 S. 6th St – A unique collection of the area’s wildlife is on display. Children will enjoy the larger-than-life robin’s nest.

Open Sat, 10am–4pm; Sun, 12–4pm
Admission: $3 for adults, $2 for seniors, $1 for children
402-873-3411