A few miles off the interstate and you have a fun place to relive the past. With over 200 classics…read morecars to view in person the scale of this place does not disappoint. $10 for adults and $6 for ages 17 and under you have unlimited time to see the cars, read the info about them and enjoy historical treasures. The inside of the place was 50,000 square feet, the size of a football field. We were treated and provided with information about the museums roots and where the cars came from. I'm not much of a car person but I even enjoyed myself. If you are passing through Nebraska on I-80 make the short detour. It's worth it.

Come and support this museum! The sweet lady at the front/cashier did an excellent job of sharing…read morethe history of the museum. It has seen its shares of up and downs and currently runs on donations. The amazing people that donate their beautiful vehicles for public viewing help to fund the museum. Our family loved viewing history through the automobiles. The exhibits update constantly. You never know which vehicles you may catch that have been in films or driven by famous people. There is a huge selection of cars from the early model Fords all the way to late model Chevys and Dodge.

We were on a tour to see the Sandhill Crane Migration and part of the tour included a visit to the…read moreMuseum of Nebraska Art in Kearney. The museum is a multi story facility located in an old post office. The architectural detail of the building is nice and the art to be found inside is quite surprising. Three levels of art work either with a Nebraska theme or composed by an artist who resides or has resided in Nebraska. Some very nice pieces. There is also a bronze sculpture garden in the back of the building. If you are passing anywhere near Kearney, you should stop in and check it out.

What a great artistic find. The hubs and I are in Kearney for the weekend enjoying the Sandhill…read morecranes. We had free time in the afternoon and passed by this museum on the way to lunch. Entry is complimentary with a donation box at the entrance. There were wonderful examples of Nebraska artists in several galleries. There was also a new exhibit, Photo Ark, that was professional style photos of animals to highlight species, many threatened. It was stunning. The artist was speaking later in the day but sadly we had another appointment to see the cranes that conflicted with the lecture. The staff was friendly and the space was beautiful.

My seven year old son and I visited this amazing place yesterday. This was the main highlight of…read moreour mini vacation. If you are a history buff, this place is for you! If you are a motor head, this place is for you! If you a hunter, this place is for you! If you are a fan of airplanes, this place is for you! I was amazed with all the items that are within the 26 different buildings. The pictures attached is a small glimpse of what is beheld. The main facility is a former car dealership from probably the 30s or 40s. They have a camp site right next to the campus. There is also a sign for a motel, next door, they own, but it did not look active.

Very nice people to deal with, relatively easy spaces to get into. Very interesting collection of…read moreAmericana, and a much better drive than interstate 80!

The G.W. Frank Museum of History and Culture is an absolute gem! Located on the UNK campus, this…read morebeautifully restored mansion offers a deep dive into the fascinating history of Nebraska's Gilded Age, the role of Kearney in the industrial boom, and the evolution of mental health care. The exhibits are well-curated and packed with interesting details about the house's history, from its architecture to its original use as a tuberculosis hospital. I particularly enjoyed learning about the Frank family, the rise and fall of Kearney's industrial aspirations, and how the mansion became part of the University of Nebraska system. The building itself is stunning, with intricate woodwork, stained glass windows, and a real sense of stepping back in time. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, answering all of my questions and adding even more context to the experience. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just curious about Nebraska's past, the G.W. Frank Museum is absolutely worth a visit. It's educational, engaging, and a great way to spend a few hours!

Looking for history about Kearney and the surrounding area? Then stop by for a guided tour…read more Interesting buildings are well kept and maintained. There is no air conditioning, so choose a cool day or early afternoon. The tour guided was knowledgeable, entertaining, and informative about the origins of all the buildings.

From the owner: The Trails & Rails Museum -Buffalo County Historical Society, has six historic buildings to tour…read morethrough, as well as a livery barn, the JC Marlatt blacksmith shop, and a Union Pacific steam engine and caboose. The Family History Center serves as the new Museum welcome center and gift shop and also houses the extensive archive department used by researchers world-wide. Join us for several special events through-out the year! The Trails & Rails Museum is located on the original Mormon Trail route (current 11th St.) Please check our web site for additional details and special events.

I'll admit that the only thing about this museum that I experience was the basement, which to most…read morepeople is the most interesting part. What I'm talking about is the history of Kool Aid! Kool Aid is a brand we don't hear very much about anymore, unless we're talking about cults. But the town of Hastings does take pride that the founder of Kool Aid is from there. There is a huge detailed display about the evolution of Kool Aid, and its very cool to learn about. Remember the Kool Aid toys and collectibles we all grew up with, regardless of generation? They're all there. And you can also watch a montage of classic Kool Aid commercials while there. There's a statue of the Kool Aid Man outside the museum as well. I feel really bad that I didn't check out other parts of the museum (I think there are 3 floors...) as it talks about the natural history as well as the agriculture and cultural part of the town. But maybe for another time....

OK, this museum is a lot of fun. There is a lot to do for families of all ages and groups of all…read moresizes. We got there and came in and we're looking at the animal exhibits when someone mentioned that a planetarium show was about to start about black holes, so we went inside and my cousin and I both adults and three young children under 10 took our seats and really enjoyed the approximately 20 minute presentation on black holes, looking up at the ceiling in the projection and it was a lot of fun. There are multiple types of exhibits in the museum, including a really cool area celebrating Kool-Aid. Because apparently Kool-Aid was invented in Hastings, Nebraska. Who knew?! There is a antique car exhibit in the basement area as well and a Lego section that is interactive, and the whole experience was really nice. The bathrooms near the Lego exhibit were clean. We used the elevator to go between floors because my cousin has lots of small children in a rolling stroller/cart, and there's a little gift shop with fun things to view and purchase and I would definitely recommend if you're in the Hastings area. You spend some time here..

Pretty good at showing what early settler life in the area was like in a variety of ways. The…read moremuseum exhibits -- in two separate buildings -- are slightly dated collections of objects and info about aspects of typical life. Then the Railroad Town gives depth to that experience, with relocated historic buildings staffed with living history. Considering the size of the town and daily operations, it makes sense that every building can't always be staffed -- and if they were, it'd sure take a long time to get through. The main exhibit building itself is a bit ridiculously grand: why is it surrounded by a moat and have fountains in the middle? That design would make more sense for an art museum maybe.

A huge amount of buildings and cool old things to see and touch! Our three and five year old…read moreenjoyed it and we stopped for lunch at the cafe which was very tasty. A worthwhile visit for sure! Friendly and fun workers there as well.

Where do I start, way overpriced for what it is. 8 dollars for kids and 7 dollars for adults…read more What do you have for adults to even do? Half of the exhibits weren't even working, no paper or crafting supplies in areas designed for that. Not organized at all, especially in the store. Made the mistake of spending money here for 30 minutes. Go to the park instead way more to do.

I've only been here once, but was amazed what a cool place this was for children. Our little one…read morehad plenty of activities and/or toys to play with and we haven't even done everything yet. We'll be definitely visiting again with our little one to see if we can do the rest of the areas or re-visit our favorites.

What a great collection they have. I'm glad we were able to stop, but wish we had more time to see…read moreeverything- this place is huge!!

If you would like an extraordinary museum where you can learn about central Nebraska and see an…read moreastonishing collection of everything from arrowheads to tractors...this is the place!!! Having been to the Smithsonian American History museum in Washington DC i was completely impressed by this mini version of that venerable institution here in Holdrege. The professional quality and thoughtful exhibits need several hours, or more than one visit to fully enjoy the detail and history. I also stopped in their genealogy room which is fantastic if you have local ancestors to learn about!