Nearby Activities, Attractions, and Points of InterestArborLinks Golf CourseConservation, natural beauty, and the challenge of an 18-hole championship golf course have been combined in this Arnold Palmer-designed course. 402.873.4334. Arbor LodgeThis lovely 52-room neo-colonial was the home of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day. 402.873.7222. Big Apple Family Fun CenterThis activity center offers mini-golf, batting cages, pool tables, and air hockey. 402.873.4040. Brownville, NebraskaFounded in 1854, Brownville is a village where visitors step back in time-back to a time when life was simpler and friendlier, where the rhythms of the river cadenced each day. Stroll the banks of the Missouri River on the Steamboat Trace...see a play at the Brownville Village Theatre, or a concert in the Brownville Concert Hall. Browse museums, period houses, galleries, and shops. Cruise the river to see the site of the Lewis and Clark encampment on July 15, 1804. Kimmel OrchardKimmel Orchard is a center for agricultural education and research, where visitors and families can enjoy a day in the country learning how to care for the land through good stewardship. Stop by for fresh orchard produce, and see cider pressing demonstrations during the harvest season. 402.873.5293. Mayhew CabinBuilt in 1855, the carefully restored Mayhew Cabin (formerly known as John Brown's Cave) served as a stop along the famous Underground Railroad. 402.873.311 Missouri River Basin Lewis & Clark Interpretive Trail & Visitors CenterThe focus of the Center is on the more than 300 discoveries of flora (178 plants), fauna (122 animals) and scientific discoveries made during the historic Corps of Discovery Journey from 1803 to 1806. 402.874.9900 Perry Lanes Bowling Alley402. 873.3501. Pioneer 3 Movie Theaters402. 873.6487. Steamboat Trace TrailThe beautiful Steamboat Trace Hiking & Biking Trail follows the old Burlington Northern rail line 21 miles south along the banks of the Missouri River through the college town of Peru and on to historic Brownville, Nebraska. Plan to spend a day exploring the trail and then come back to rest overnight at Lied Lodge. Steinhart ParkLocated just across the street from Lied Lodge & Conference Center grounds, this park offers playgrounds, tennis courts, horseshoes, basketball courts, outdoor swimming pool, and picnic areas. Table Creek Golf CourseAn 18-hole facility located only 3 miles west of Nebraska City. 402.873.7750. Wildwood Golf CourseThis 9-hole public golf course is located just south of the Lied Lodge & Conference Center. 402.873.3661. Wildwood Period HouseA charming Victorian home restored in period elegance. 402.873.6340. Visit the Nebraska City Website for more."When we plant trees, we plant the seeds of peace and seeds of hope." |