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A look into the history of firefighting, showing the changing technology and methods used to combat fire. The exhibits include interactive points, allowing people to participate in firefighting. The grounds also serve as a memorial to Nebraska firefighters who died in the line of duty.
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Archway Monument
Spanning I-80, the archway allows visitors to explore the settling of the west by the pioneers on the Oregon Trail and the construction of the Lincoln Highway. The audio guide is highly recommended. Outside the archway, there is a maze, picnic area, and a reconstructed sod house.
Bowling, lazer-tag, go-karts, and a sports bar. The entertainment complex also has a black light mini golf course. Each attraction has different hours and different admission prices.
Home of the Tri-City Storm, the hockey team for the area. This event center has hosted everything from car shows, musical venues, and trade shows. If there's a concert in town, it's probably located here. Check the website for the list of upcoming events.
This park is just north of the Fort Kearny Historical Park. Offering year round camping, fishing, and hiking, this 190 acre park shows off the beauty of the river valley. During the spring migration, tens of thousands of sandhill cranes rest in the sandpit lakes and the marshy lands surrounding them. The park includes RV hookups, showers, and a fishing pier.
An open air museum with eight historic buildings to tour, a barn, and a Union Pacific engine. Visitors are given a chance to explore life at the turn of the 20th century. Tours are available four times a day. The museum is run by the Buffalo County Historical Society, which has an archive located next door.
MONA
Housed in a former post office, this art collection contains over 5000 pieces of artwork. The MONA celebrates Nebraska's artistic culture by highlighting Nebraskan artists like George Catlin and Robert Henri. MONA also hosts an annual Student Art Show in spring, showcasing works by budding artists from elementary school to high school.