Life as a prisoner is not for me. There's a friendly…read moreattendant at the entrance to guide you and give info annoy the jail. Very interesting especially for my hubby and his friend.

Chances are that the Squirrel Cage Jail is unlike anything you have seen before…read more.. There were only 18 revolving/rotary jailhouses ever built -- and only 3 of them still remain as museums. Additionally, this one in Council Bluffs, Iowa was the only 3-story structure of this type. Built in 1885, it functioned as a county jail until 1969. You will enjoy visiting this unique place!

I've had the unique opportunity to travel to this location on several occasions as part of the OPD…read moreExplorer Program. The officers who work in the stables are very knowledgeable and have dedicated themselves to these horses. Visiting this location allows you to gain a "behind the scenes" representation of the living conditions and training conditions for the animals that make up the Omaha Police Department Mounted Patrol.

I've been coming to this courthouse for years and never have had any issues…read more All the employees are always friendly and nice, even when they give bad news. :). All the departments are easy to find and access. Parking is normally okay; either on the street or in their parking lot. It's a great courthouse and I see nothing wrong with it.

Omaha Fire Department offers great, honest, and dedicated personnel who service the community. 24/7…read morethey respond to your needs in a time of crisis... or to change a fire alarm battery. That's sometimes one and the same. When it comes to the nicest well trained medical professionals, Dan R. takes first place... and let me say, the competition is fierce. Super polite and always nice. Always provides quality service. If Mr. Rogers had a son, it would be Dan. If Wilson from Castaway was a real-life person with a boatload (or raft) of compassion, it would be Dan. If it was Dan on that door in Titanic, Jack would still be drawing French Girls. He is so down to earth, yet operates in the upper echelon of being a classy stand-up guy. Put some sunscreen on because if you are fortunate enough to be a patient of his, he'll brighten up your day! 11 out of 10 Dentists would recommend him.

This is a sweet little park with a great flower garden. It's nice to just sit and enjoy as well as…read moretaking pictures

Such an amazing place to honor our Vietnam era Veterans…read more Love the interactive portion where.you can scan the QR Codes by each Obelisk and get details behind what is engraved in the granite. Love the ability to Scan the QR Code on an individual on the Rememberance Wall and get the information from the National Vietnamese Memorial in DC database The story behind the H1-Huey and the original crew is so cool

called in sheriff office complaint disturbing my peace with playing loud base music in garage at…read more4:30 pm till who knows when !!!! this is only April 6, 2025 DO WE HAVE TO PUT UP WITH THIS ALL SUMMER !!! ridiculous !!!! these folks need to move out in the country Absolutely no help from sheriff's department!!!!! my neighbors have a right to do what ever they desire

Went out there to find out what's on my record that was stopping me from getting a job at a local…read moretow company and was talked down to by a desk sergeant with and attitude that told me I was denied because of the ton of convictions on my record, never gave him my name nor did he ask. Very unprofessional!!!!

Spectacular views of the whole area looking toward Omaha! We visited near sunset which was an…read moreamazing time to enjoy the scene. It is interesting to ponder that President Lincoln was at this very spot over 160 years ago. Another positive is the short drive through the historic Oakland Ave. neighborhood to get to the monument. Many of the houses are beautiful and well-kept. The nearby Fairview cemetery is also worth a visit.

This is a small monument on a little plaza area located at the end of a small and cozy…read moreneighborhood. If you are driving here, you will find free street parking available within a reasonable walking distance. The area is realtively clean and looks to be in pretty good shape. The monument consists of a tall granite obelisk that was erected in 1911 by the Daughters of the American Revolution to commemorate President Abraham Lincoln's visit to the site in 1859. This is the spot where Lincoln viewed and selected the Eastern Terminus of the first transcontinental railroad built in the US. The bronze plaque on the monument reads as follows: "This monument is to commemorate the visit of Abraham Lincoln to Council Bluffs, Aug 19, 1859. From this point he viewed the extensive panorama of the valley of the Missouri River and in compliance with the law of Congress on November 17, 1863 he selected this city as the eastern terminus of the Union Pacific Railroad." The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. The monument's plaza offers an amazing panoramic view of the surrounding area. The monument is on the top of a hill and I had to take a steep set of stairs to get up there. It was a work out. You will find some benches to sit on around the monument and you will probably need them after transiting up the stairs. As I mentioned, this is a nice spot to visit that give you an awesome view all the way into Omaha, plus there is its historical significance and the opportunity to stand where President Lincoln once stood. This may not be a long consumer of your time. I was there about 15 minutes and moved on to my next destination. I recommend visiting this place on your way to another destination or making this part of another larger itinerary. The Golden Spike and the Black Angel.

A dedicated pedestrian bridge crosses the river, connecting two riverside parks. The Nebraska side…read moreentrance is a little odd; you have to go quite a bit up from the riverside to actually get onto the bridge. The eastern end had what looked like an outdoor climbing wall and a boardwalk, but these were not open for some reason. The river itself is not the greatest river you'll ever see, but the infrastructure around it does provide ample reasons to visit.

A great after dinner walk here!…read more You'll be treated to majestic views of the river, a journey between state lines, and if you're lucky, some wildlife here and there. I always love getting near a big river, packed with symbolism and paradoxes as it is. It looks still, yet it moves. It reflects the surface, but goes deep within. It shapes the landscape millimeter by millimeter. It's wild and unpredictable, but also calm and steady. I saw a speckled baby deer walking nearby, and a few birds as well. There were lots of people out jogging, walking, kids exploring. It's just a nice vibe here, especially on a late summer evening. Bonus points for having a fun troll statue below the bridge. Whether you're local or passing through, this is a great spot to stretch your legs and take in the scenery. Omaha has done a wonderful job bringing life to their riverfront, and this is a nice chapter in that.