A magnificent structure
by Patty Beutler Driving toward Lincoln from the west on I-80, a tiny but recognizable image in the distance rises above the Plains. Even from miles away, the State Capitol makes its presence known. After...
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The Legendary Zoo Bar
by Julie Nichols Since 1973, iconic artists have rocked, rattled, snarled and sweat upon a dark, unremarkable stage in downtown Lincoln—Albert Collins, Clarence Gatemouth Brown, Koko Taylor, Jay McShann, Pinetop Perkins, Son Seals, Buddy Guy,...
Must See Attractions
by Aja Martin Nebraska State Capitol, 1445 K Street, was constructed over a decade from 1922 to 1932. Artists of various mediums are featured heavily throughout the building with an emphasis on art deco. Touring...
Pinnacle Bank Arena
by Julie Nichols For over a decade, Pinnacle Bank Arena has delivered world-class entertainment to Lincoln for Nebraskans and visitors. Built as part of the West Haymarket Redevelopment Project, this 15,500-seat venue is a now-familiar...
All Roads Lead to Lincoln
by Sriyani Tidball Lincoln’s new flag was the result of the competition Reflag Lincoln, when the city launched out a contest inspiring all designers to take part in helping Lincoln get a new flag. The...
The Earliest Known Footage of Nebraska Football
by David Bristow Three yards and a cloud of dust. Leather helmets. A forward pass with a ball that looks like a watermelon. A drop kick. Fans cheering from wooden bleachers that were later demolished...
The Historic Haymarket
by Sriyani Tidball Situated at Lincoln’s historic ground zero, the Haymarket area is home to more than 40 restaurants and bars, many coffee houses, art galleries, hotels, and at the north end, the wonderful Pinnacle...
Nebraska’s Capitol
by Cynthia S. Peterson Nebraska’s state Capitol building is the nation’s first modern statehouse. But the building you see at 1445 K Street on the south edge of downtown is not the original. It’s actually...
More Than fabric & thread
by Patty Beutler If you think of quilts as only the bed coverings in Granny’s house, think again—and go visit the International Quilt Museum. There you will change your mind; the artistry behind these everyday...
The Foundation(s) of Lincoln
by Aja Martin One of the reasons that Lincoln is such a good destination is so subtle that it often goes missed. Lincoln is a great city because it’s people believe in taking care of...
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