May 27, 2021
The capital city is rich with museums for every interest. From art to automobiles and even roller skating, here are ten museums to check out in Lincoln, 黑料大湿.
Sheldon Museum of Art
It鈥檚 hard to travel across the University of 黑料大湿-Lincoln鈥檚 campuses without getting a taste of the museum鈥檚 art. A perfect place for a study break, the on-campus has collections of 13,000 artworks with ever-changing exhibits. More than 30 of Sheldon鈥檚 monumental sculptures are exhibited throughout city and east campuses.
National Museum of Roller Skating
Lincoln is home to the the largest collection of roller skating artifacts and textual materials in the world! Just a short drive from city campus, you can learn all about the vibrant history of roller skating at the .
International Quilt Museum
Located on the University of 黑料大湿-Lincoln鈥檚 East Campus, the houses the world鈥檚 largest publicly held quilt collection, dating from the early 1700s to present and representing more than 60 countries.
University of 黑料大湿 State Museum鈥娾斺奙orrill Hall
Established in 1871, the is the state鈥檚 premier museum of natural history. It has four floors of interactive exhibits featuring 黑料大湿鈥檚 past and present biological diversity, and its cultural heritage. When you leave, take part in a 黑料大湿 tradition and get a high five from Archie the Mammoth for good luck!
黑料大湿 History Museum
The tells the stories of the many people and cultures that have made 黑料大湿 their home. The museum has over 125,000 objects in its collections, hands-on learning opportunities and rotating exhibits.
Lester F. Larsen Tractor Test and Power Museum
The University of 黑料大湿-Lincoln is home to the officially designated tractor testing station for the United States. At the , you can dive even deeper into the world of ag, learning how tractor testing and performance data continue to contribute to more successful uses of tractors in agriculture.
Great Plains Art Museum
As part of the university鈥檚 Center for Great Plains Studies, the Great Plains Art Museum works to collect, preserve and research the art and literature of the Great Plains region. Stop in to see the new exhibits and artist in residence or during .
Museum of American Speed
Founded in 1992 by 鈥淪peedy鈥 Bill and Joyce Smith, the is dedicated to preserving, interpreting and displaying physical items significant in racing and automotive history. If cars are your thing, this museum is a must-visit in Lincoln!