Archway Images — Local services in Kearney

I have visited the Archway several times when traveling on 80 across Nebraska. It is not only an impressive structure, it is also a worthwhile attraction. The museum is a walking tour of the history and sights seen by pioneers, travelers in the 19th century overland and 20th century by automobile and, yet to be finished, into the future. The history of the "great river road" is told by words, pictures, exhibits, and full scale reproductions of period furnishings, artifacts and environments encountered along the way. It requires about an hour to be able to say you have "seen" what is presented, but you could easily spend a couple of hours or more to take in all it has to offer. Visit the gift shop, appreciate the surrounding area across the road, the structure of the building; walk around and slow down from the race track that you have been traveling. Imagine crossing the great plains on foot for the first time. There is also an eating establishment but you can easily drive into town and eat at the many places along the main road. It is also a good place to visit after getting gas in town. Children definitely benefit from the living history they experience especially if they are interested in how things "used to be." Please, leave all electronic devices in the car and be prepared to...

Great stop on I80. Spend an hour or so in the interactive museum. From colonial cross country pioneer families to modern day road travel, the exhibit traces the hardships, travails and tragedies of the past and the up to date radar speed detectors. Lincoln Highway afficiondos will enjoy the exhibit. Locals will learn the history of their area. There is also an out door area that will be great during...

Really impressive museum! Lived in Kearney but had never been to the Archway. Very informative. Love the interactive displays with audio. Does a great job of story telling. I believe it is well worth the price. Could have spent even more time, but was getting close to closing time. Gift shop was nice also, but ran...