Embark on a journey along U.S. Route 6 through Nebraska, where history, culture, and scenic beauty converge. This guide highlights walkable towns, museums, scenic viewpoints, and historic landmarks directly along the route, moving from east to west.
Nebraska City
Arbor Lodge State Historical Park
2600 Arbor Ave, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Explore the 52-room mansion of J. Sterling Morton, founder of Arbor Day. The estate features Victorian furnishings, a Tiffany skylight, and expansive arboretum grounds. Wikipedia
Kregel Windmill Factory Museum
1416 Central Ave, Nebraska City, NE 68410
Visit the only intact historic windmill factory in the U.S., offering insights into early 20th-century manufacturing. Nebraska City Museum Association
Ashland
Downtown Ashland
Stroll along Silver Street, the original path of Route 6, lined with art galleries, boutiques, and cafes. Getaway Mavens
Strategic Air Command & Aerospace Museum
28210 W Park Hwy, Ashland, NE 68003
Discover aviation history with exhibits on aircraft and space exploration.Wikipedia
Lincoln
Nebraska State Capitol
1445 K St, Lincoln, NE 68508
Marvel at the 400-foot tower, adorned with murals and mosaics depicting Nebraska’s history.
Shoemaker’s Travel Center
151 SW 48th St, Lincoln, NE 68522
A nostalgic stop featuring Route 6 memorabilia and a classic diner experience.
Hastings
Hastings Museum
1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE 68901
Home to the Kool-Aid exhibit, celebrating the drink’s invention in Hastings, along with natural and cultural history displays.Getaway Mavens
Minden
Harold Warp Pioneer Village
138 E Hwy 6, Minden, NE 68959
Explore over 50,000 artifacts across 26 buildings, showcasing American innovation from the 1830s onward.
Holdrege
Nebraska Prairie Museum
2701 Burlington St, Holdrege, NE 68949
Exhibits include a World War II German POW camp and prairie life artifacts.National Park Service
McCook
Frank Lloyd Wright Sutton House
602 Norris Ave, McCook, NE 69001
Admire one of Wright’s Prairie-style homes, reflecting early 20th-century architectural innovation.Wikipedia
Imperial
Downtown Imperial
A charming main street with local shops and eateries, offering a glimpse into small-town Nebraska life.
Ogallala
Front Street & Cowboy Museum
519 E 1st St, Ogallala, NE 69153
Experience the Wild West with exhibits on cowboys, outlaws, and the cattle drive era.
This guide offers a curated selection of Nebraska’s treasures along U.S. Route 6. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, architecture aficionado, or simply seeking scenic vistas, this journey promises enriching experiences at every stop.
