by Tegan Colton Lincoln, a relatively small midwestern city, is home to a mosaic of cultures representing members of every community in the world. Evidence peppered throughout the city includes local restaurants like Vung Tau, Ajora Falls, Blessing, Stur 22,...
An American Wonder by Julie Nichols Nebraska’s iconic Capitol is visible from 20 miles away, and was the first in the nation to incorporate a functional tower in its design. At the top of this Tower on the Plains, above...
by Catharine Huddle Mavis Staples rocked the street in front of the Zoo Bar during its 46th anniversary in July 2019, bringing her legendary rhythm and blues and gospel to a street full of hot but happy fans. The bar,...
by Catharine Huddle A mere six years ago, downtown Lincoln had some things to offer, but it was not what anyone would call hopping. Plenty of bars and restaurants and a few retail shops were in business from about 11th...
by Aja Martin Lincoln has two independent (non-chain) stores for new books and three for used books. These are the stores that are for Lincolnites, by Lincolnites, and whose profits stay in the community. Each of these stores offer a...
by Donna Joy Brakenhoff If you are looking for a music festival, Lincoln has many throughout the year including any type of music, from soul, to funk, from country to rock and roll. Food? Yes, we have that covered for you....
Photos by Tom Tidball Nebraska’s tribes—Omaha, Winnebago, Santee Sioux, Ponca and Pawnee often celebrate their Native Pow Wows on their own reservations during the spring and summer. But every August in Lincoln, the Indian Center at 1100 Military Road, offers an...
by Mary Friesen These are only some of the activities for children and families in Lincoln. Some were designed and built just for kids and some are fun for almost anyone. So if there are girls and boys in your...
by Clover Frederick Visitors to Lincoln are fortunate to have places to visit and enjoy their time here, thanks to the generosity of people who have made Lincoln their home. Because of gifts made to—and through—the Lincoln Community Foundation, memorials,...
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