Explore this 500-mile sculpture garden
In 1976 during the United States Bicentennial, Nebraskans commissioned eight modernistic sculptures for the rest stops of Interstate-80. Seven of those sculptures are still standing today, bringing delight to those who trek through Nebraska.
Information and Images provided by: Nebraska Arts Council
A full list of Nebraska Rest Areas can be found here
Nebraska Gateway
Current Location: Brady Rest Area Westbound
Artist: Anthony Padavano
Up/Over
Current Location: Ogallala Rest Area Westbound
Artist: Linda Howard
Erma's Desire
Current Location: Grand Island Rest Area Eastbound
Artist: John Raimondi
Crossing the Plains
Current Location: York Rest Area Westbound
Artist: Bradford Graves
Arrival
Current Location: Blue River Rest Area, Eastbound, near Milford
Artist: Paul Von Ringelheim
Nebraska Wind
Current Location: Kearney Rest Area Westbound
Artist: George Baker
Currently out of the water and public view for repairs.
Memorial to the American Bandshell
Current Location: Platte River Rest Area Eastbound, near Ashland
Artist: Richard Field
More information on this project can be found at https://www.artscouncil.nebraska.gov/explore/nebraska-interstate-80-bicentennial-sculptures/
