Rare & Remarkable Passport Tour

Have you ever been to a museum dedicated to clown dolls? Or marveled at the wonders of petrified wood? There is so much to learn about these utterly unique and interesting museums and destinations.

Rare & Remarkable is one of 10 tours on the 2024 Passport program. Visit NebraskaPassport.com for more information on the tours!

Art & Soul Cafe and Bar

5740 Hidcote Dr

Lincoln

402-483-1744

Hours

Mon-Thurs 9a.m.-9p.m.; Fri-Sat 9a.m.-10p.m.

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Check out this unique family-owned cafe and bar offering a fresh, from scratch menu. Visit their Facebook for upcoming events such as wine tastings, live music, cooking and art classes.

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Branched Oak Observatory

14300 NW 98th St

Raymond

402-480-5515

Hours

Mon-Thurs: by appt 12p.m.-11p.m.; Fri-Sat 5-11p.m.; Sun 1-5p.m.

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Meet with astronomers and explore the night sky through telescopes large and small. Be sure to stop by after dark to have an out of this world experience.

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Mormon Trail Center at Historic Winter Quarters

3215 State St

Omaha

402-453-9372

Hours

Mon-Sat 10a.m.-7p.m.; Sun 12-7p.m.

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Learn about the 70,000+ pioneers who traveled the Mormon Trail through Nebraska to Utah. Explore a log cabin, pull a handcart, visit the Avard Fairbanks sculpture, take your photo by a full-sized covered wagon and see authentic pioneer artifacts.

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Ole's Big Game Steakhouse & Lounge

103 N Oak St

Paxton

308-239-4500

Hours

Mon-Thurs 7a.m.-10p.m.; Fri-Sat 7a.m.-11p.m.; Sun 7a.m.-9p.m.

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Nearly 100 years old, this unique eatery offers Nebraska beef and hospitality. More than 200 big game trophies and countless mementos of Ole’s worldwide safaris make this visit a treat for the whole family.

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Petrified Wood and Art Gallery

418 E First St

Ogallala

308-284-9996

Hours

Mon-Sat 9a.m.-4p.m.

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Petrified Wood and Art Gallery is a collection of Native American artifacts and petrified wood which the Kenfield Brothers collected as a hobby throughout their life. See rare minerals, bronze sculptures and works of art handcrafated by the brothers.

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Plainview Klown Doll Museum

306 W Park Ave

Plainview

402-582-4433

Hours

Mon-Sat 1-4p.m.

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Come visit the Klown Doll Museum in charming Plainview. Witness a massive collection of clown dolls and clown items to add a smile to your trip!

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The Archway

3060 E 1st St

Kearney

308-237-1000

Hours

Mon-Sat 9a.m.-5p.m.; Sun 12-5p.m. (no tickets sold after 4:30p.m. daily)

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The Archway brings history to life! The museum features exhibits with audio visual presentations, life sized dioramas and artifacts, providing an immersive experience. Shop the gift shop and explore the historical courtyard and tails.

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