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"Old Glory" by Mark di Suvero in Lincoln, NE

Lincoln's Rich History, Vibrant Performances and Hometown Festivals Come Alive

Culture has many faces in Lincoln. The Midwestern capital is a historical treasure trove, preserving the stories of early pioneers and their bygone ways of life. Today’s residents of the city suffer no shortage of class, though. The Sheldon Museum of Art at the University of Nebraska features more than 12,000 pieces of American art in all media. American impressionism, early modernism abstract expressionism and contemporary art are just a few of the motifs represented. The Museum also houses a... Read More »
Empyrean Brewing Co. in Lincoln, NE

Lincoln's Cuisine Runs the Gamut and Spans the Globe

If you’re the kind of person who orders chicken fingers at every restaurant, Lincoln’s culinary opportunities might be lost on you. If you head straight for the international aisle of the grocery store, though, and love to order dishes you can’t pronounce, you’ll be salivating before you even decide where to have dinner. Among the top 10 recommended Lincoln eateries on TripAdvisor, the popular online dining guide, seven different cuisines are represented. High on the list are French Bistro jtk... Read More »
Memorial Stadium

Parks, Nature and Sports Bring Variety to Lincoln's Recreation

The city is just brimming with opportunities to get out of the house and stretch your legs, catch an exciting game or clear your head in nature. The Lincoln Parks Division maintains 114 parks, 99 miles of trails, two dog parks and nearly 5,100 acres of islands and/or conservancies. The community also offers 65 tennis courts, 11 outdoor pools, 11 golf courses and eight recreation centers, and 15 lakes are in or near the city. Lincoln boasts more parkland than any other city in the country per... Read More »
National Museum of Roller Skating in Lincoln, NE

National Museum of Roller Skating in Lincoln, NE

National Museum of Roller Skating Steady yourself and get ready to enter what is touted as the world's only museum devoted to roller skating. The National Museum of Roller Skating is a 2,000-square-foot exploration of wheels you strap on your feet. Among the more unusual pieces in this collection is a pair of skates that were powered by a gas motor worn like a backpack. Exhibits include inline skating, roller hockey, speed skating, roller derby and artistic skating. They've also made some space... Read More »
Lunchtime Beer Sampler at Lazlo's Brewery & Grill in Lincoln, NE

Go Over the Rainbow for Beer in Lincoln, NE

Home of the Cornhuskers and adventurous dining options, Lincoln, NE, is also a place where beer lovers can get their fill. Lazlo's Brewery & Grill is located in Lincoln's historic Haymarket District and is considered the state's first brew-pub. They offer about a dozen house brews under the Empyrean Brewing Co. label. Their beers range from the sweet Chaco Canyon Honey Gold and Dark Side Vanilla Porter to the heavier Collapsar Oatmeal Stout and Third Stone Brown. Although it's a... Read More »