Argo Hotel
"Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the 1912 Argo Hotel has 14 guest rooms, including several three-room suites with fireplace and Jacuzzi or body shower. Early 1900s décor is featured throughout. The Argo also has two cocktail lounges and a dining room specializing in center-cut steaks, lobster, shrimp, fish and chicken. It is open seven days a week, at 211 W. Kansas Street, just a block away from downtown. (800) 607-2746."
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BankQuit
Just a few doors down and across the street from Vogie’s you can get a good meal in a stately old bank building that sat empty for nearly 60 years after the bank failures of the Great Depression. Today, the BankQuit serves lunch, and their homemade coconut cream pie is a local favorite.
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Blackbird Hill
"Lewis and Clark and 10 men climbed Blackbird Hill to the burial site of Blackbird, an Omaha chief who died four years earlier of smallpox. There is a historical marker at the site, which is along Highway 75 south of town. The hill overlooks the Missouri Valley."
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Board Walk Back in Time
The Board Walk Back in Time includes a 1907 jail, outhouse collection (the “Privy Path”), replicas of early business fronts, 1888 schoolhouse, 1871 trading post, wildflower and prairie gardens, and chain saw carvings. Antiques and collectibles are sold throughout. Open year-round. (402) 847-3368.
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Boone County Historical Society Museum
The Boone County Historical Society Museum at 1025 W. Fairview St. has agricultural and historical items inside a former White Star filling station. It is open Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day weekend, Saturday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m. or by appointment. (402) 395-2971.
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Burt County Museum
The Burt County Museum at 319 N. 13th St. includes a 1904 house, country schoolhouse, annex and historic bridge. It is open year-round, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 374-1505.
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Cedar County Museum
"At 304 West Franklin, near Highway 57, the Cedar County Museum features a log cabin, 1900 house, carriage house and exhibit hall housing antique machinery and vehicles. It is open Sundays 2-4 p.m., May-Aug, or by appointment. (402) 254-7266 or (402) 254-6523.
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Combs School
The Combs School was built in 1857. Watch for signs on Highway 77, go two miles east on gravel road. All sites are open Sundays 2-4 p.m. June-Aug or by appointment. (402) 698-2161 or (402) 698-2288.
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Commercial Hotel
Travelers in Verdigre can choose from two bed-and-breakfasts in historic buildings. The Commercial Hotel, 217 Main St., is a restored 1900 hotel. (402) 668-2386.
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Corps of Discovery Welcome Center
On Highway 81, three miles south of Yankton, S.D., the Corps of Discovery Welcome Center is both scenic overlook of the Missouri River Valley and an interpretive information center about Lewis and Clark. Admission is free, and the center features traveling exhibits, artist displays, and a variety of monthly activities including book signings, educational presentations and workshops. Motor coach tours depart from and return to center. Open year-round. (402) 667-6557.
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Cuming County Historical Museum Complex
The Cuming County Historical Museum Complex includes galleries of past lifestyles, a train depot, caboose and one room school, church, and a building with antique farm equipment. (402) 372-2981.
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Dixon County Museum
On South Clark Street, the Dixon County Museum has household and farming artifacts. It is open Sunday 2-4 p.m., June-August, or by appointment. (402) 635-2582.
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Dryland Bridge
"Decatur is an old river town linked to Onawa, Iowa, by a toll bridge dubbed the Dryland Bridge. When it was built in the 1950s, the Missouri River changed course, and the bridge spanned dry land for several years before embarrassed engineers rerouted the river."
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Elkhorn Valley Museum and Research Center/Willetta Lueschen Bird Library
"Norfolk is known as Johnny Carson’s hometown. A permanent Johnny Carson exhibit at the Elkhorn Valley Museum and Research Center includes his Emmy Awards, Kennedy Center Honors and a variety of other memorabilia from his California office. Other exhibits include a rare square-turn tractor, ag equipment, a doctor’s office and Elkhorn Valley timeline. The museum is at 515 Queen City Blvd. in Norfolk, and is open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m - 5 p.m., Sun 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. Tours of nearby Verges Cave are available by appointment. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors (over 60) and $4 for students (ages 12-18), $3 for children (ages 5-11). FREE to members and to children under 5. (402) 371-3886. Inside the museum, the Willetta Lueschen Bird Library has extensive information for bird enthusiasts. The Reseach Library and the children's Discovery Zone are open the same hours as the museum. Phone for more information (402) 371-6492 or (402) 371-2346. "
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Emmanuel Lutheran Church
Built in 1860, Emmanuel Lutheran Church is the oldest surviving church building in Northeast Nebraska, and among the oldest in the state. 1500 Hickory St. (402) 698-2288.
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Fremont Historic Visitors Center/Lincoln Highway Interpretive Center
At 605 N. Broad St., the Fremont Historic Visitors Center contains the Lincoln Highway Interpretive Center, a historic post office display and kiosk. It is open year-round, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, it is open Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information about the center, or other Fremont attractions, contact the Fremont and Dodge County Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 727-8323.
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Genoa Historical Museum
"The Genoa Historical Museum at 402 Willard Ave. has Pawnee tribal and Mormon Trail exhibits (Mormon Trail wagon ruts are still visible south of town). It is open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Friday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m., and by appointment. Admission: $1 each for groups. (402) 993-2330 or (402) 993-2349.
For more information, contact the Genoa Chamber of Commerce. (402) 993-2380."
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Genoa U.S. Indian School Museum
"Genoa is near the Loup River in what used to be the Pawnee Indian Reservation, before the tribe moved to Oklahoma in 1875. The Pawnees have a long history in Nebraska commemorated at two local institutions. At 209 E. Webster Ave., the Genoa U.S. Indian School Museum is a former boarding school for Native American youth, open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Friday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 993-6055 or (402) 993-6636."
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Heritage Park/Skala Timber House
Heritage Park has a historical village that includes the Skala Timber House, built in 1869 in the “Hudson Bay style.” The cabin’s hand-hewn cottonwood logs fit so perfectly that no caulking is needed.
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Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Gothic-style Immaculate Conception Catholic Church features a unique star clock tower.
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Ionia Volcano
"In 1804, Lewis and Clark discovered a large bluff that was hot to the touch and appeared to have been on fire. Long known as the Ionia Volcano, the shale bluff has since eroded into the Missouri River. Years later it was determined that heat came from the oxidation of the shale, not an actual volcano. To find the bluff, go three miles west of town on Highway 12 to a historical marker. A gravel road leads to Volcano Hill.
For more information contact the Newcastle Community Club. (402) 692-3125."
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John G. Neihardt State Historical Site
"John G. Neihardt (1881-1973) is one of Nebraska’s most important writers. His collaboration with Lakota holy man Black Elk, Black Elk Speaks, is considered a classic of Native American spirituality. Neihardt devoted much of his life to his masterpiece, A Cycle of the West, a five-part epic poem that tells the story of the American West.
While living in Bancroft, Neihardt wrote in a one-room house that served as his study. The restored building is part of the John G. Neihardt State Historical Site, which also features a Sioux Prayer Garden and visitor center. The shape of both garden and visitor center are based on the Lakota “sacred hoop” as taught by Black Elk. Displays interpret Neihardt’s life and work, and Lakota culture.
Located at 306 W. Elm., the site is open Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday 1:30-5 p.m. It is closed Sundays December-February. Admission and school tours are free. Adult tour groups are $1 per person. (888) 777-4667."
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Lewis and Clark Visitor Center
North from Crofton the Lewis and Clark Visitor Center is located atop historic Calumet Bluff, and houses exhibits on Lewis and Clark and the development of the Missouri River Basin, plus a gift shop and theater. Regular hours are Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Hours are extended between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day weekend and are Sunday-Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday-Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is open weekends in May, September and October from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (402) 667-2546.
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Louis E. May Historical Museum
"In 1874, Fremont’s first mayor built a 25-room Victorian mansion that today is open as the Louis E. May Historical Museum, home of the collections of the Dodge County Historical Society. The rooms are furnished in period style, and the grounds include a formal rose garden and a Victorian garden with brick-laid paths. Other exhibits include an 1868 log house, a one-room school and a general store.
The museum is open April-December, Wednesday-Sunday, 1:30-4:30 p.m. It is closed holidays, and closed Sundays in April and September-November. Admission is $3 for adults, $0.50 for children. The mansion is at 1643 N. Nye Ave. (402) 721-4515. "
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Machinery Museum
The Machinery Museum houses 19th century farm machinery and tools.
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Madison County Historical Society Museum
Exhibits at the Madison County Historical Society Museum, 210 W. 3rd St., include such topics as baseball hall-of-famer Richie Ashburn, the evolution of communications, Orphan Train, Civil War-era clothing, quilts and uniforms, a working model railroad depicting a Midwestern town in the 1940s, and a restored 1880 fire department pumper. Admission is free, and the museum is open year-round, Monday-Friday, 2-5 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 454-2827 or (402) 454-3733.
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Musbach Museum
Inside the old Milligan Dry Goods Store on Main Street, the Musbach Museum displays items used by German immigrants, antique farm machinery, medical equipment and other artifacts. Tours by appointment. (402) 664-2788 or (402) 664-2459.
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Nance County Historical Museum
Artifacts from Fullerton and Nance County history are displayed at the Nance County Historical Museum, a historic church at 501 Broadway. It is open May 1-October 1, Sunday 2-4 p.m. (308) 536-2271.
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Nebraska Railroad Museum and Fremont and Elkhorn Valley Railroad
The Nebraska Railroad Museum and Fremont and Elkhorn Valley Railroad offers a 16-mile excursion in a diesel-powered train through the Elkhorn River Valley. Reservations are suggested for the two-hour journey May-October, Saturday-Sunday at 1 p.m. Caboose and group coach charters are available year-round. Vintage coach fares are $8 for adults, $6 for children ages 3-12. Climate-controlled coach fares are $13 for adults, $8 for children ages 3-12. Free museum admission. 1835 N. Somers Ave. (402) 727-0615.
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Neligh Mills State Historic Site
"Nebraska’s only 19th century flour mill with the original milling equipment intact is at Neligh Mills State Historic Site, at the corner of N Street and Wylie Drive. It is open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Wednesday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m.; the rest of the year it is open Monday-Friday, 1-5 p.m., weekends by appointment. Guided tours are available. Admission is $3 for adults, $1 per person in groups of 20 or more. (402) 887-4303."
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Niobrara Museum
The Niobrara Museum exhibits artifacts from the area. It is open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Saturday 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday 1-3 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 857-3609.
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O'Connor House
The O’Connor House is an 1870s mansion with curving staircase, Italian fireplace and period furnishings.
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Pierce Historical Society Museum
"At Gilman Park, the Pierce Historical Society Museum includes an old railroad depot, rural schoolhouse, blacksmith shop and farm machinery building, plus 3,000 artifacts displayed in the main building. It is open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Sundays and holidays, 1:30-4:30 p.m. Admission is free. (402) 329-4576.
For more information, contact the Pierce Tourism Committee. (402) 329-6702."
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Pierson Wildlife Museum Learning Center
"The Pierson Wildlife Museum Learning Center is a wild game collection exhibit including 100 full-body mounts and 50 head mounts from around the world. It is one of the largest private collections in the United States. The center, at 205 E. Fifth Street, is open Wednesday-Sunday, 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for children. (402) 887-4212 or (402) 887-4447.
For more information, contact the Neligh Chamber of Commerce. (402) 887-4195."
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Plainview Historical Museum
"Plains pioneer history is displayed in an 1880 railroad depot at the Plainview Historical Museum at 304 S. Main St. Admission is free, and the museum is open May 1-Oct, Saturday-Sunday 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 582-4433 or (402) 582-4503.
For more information, contact the Plainview Chamber of Commerce. (402) 582-4433."
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Plantation House B&B
Plantation House Bed and Breakfast features oak and birch woodwork and five fireplaces in an 1880 Greek Revival mansion. Open year-round, tours by appointment. 401 Plantation St. (402) 843-2287.
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Ponca Earthlodge
Near the Ponca Community Building, the Ponca Earthlodge is a reconstructed earthlodge similar to those in the Ponca village when Lewis and Clark visited in 1804. The area also has a bison herd, historic American Indian cemetery and powwow arena. It is open year-round, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m, and on weekends May 15-Oct 15, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. or by appointment. (402) 857-3519.
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Rae Valley Heritage Association
The Rae Valley Heritage Association displays farm antiques and conducts demonstrations. Call ahead for hours. (402) 386-5334.
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Raymond A. Whitwer Tilden Public Library
The Raymond A. Whitwer Tilden Public Library is an architecturally unique 13,000 square foot library with a 2,100-square-foot auditorium. It is open year round, Monday 10 a.m.-noon, 1-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m., Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-noon, 1-6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 202 S. Center St. (402) 368-5306.
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Schuyler/Colfax County Museum and Genealogy Society
"Schuyler/Colfax County Museum and Genealogy Society exhibits area history through artifacts of the military, the Pawnee tribe, and the Wells Abbott Nieman Flour Mill. Located at 309 E. 11th St., it is open April-December, Sunday 2-4 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 352-5531 or (402) 986-1358.
For more information, contact the Schuyler Area Chamber of Commerce. (402) 352-5472.
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Sergeant Floyd Monument
The Sergeant Floyd Monument is a 100-foot-tall stone obelisk honors Sgt. Charles Floyd, a member of the Lewis and Clark expedition who died near here in 1804. It overlooks the Missouri River on Highway 75 near Glenn Avenue.
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St. Benedict Center
"The Benedictine Mission House serves as the development and education office for the Benedictine Missionaries of St. Ottilien. The St. Benedict Center is a non-profit retreat and conference center where the Benedictines share their hospitality and spirituality. Artifacts from around the world are on display. People of all faiths and non-religious groups are welcome. Open year-round, the facility is four miles north of town on Highway 15. (402) 352-8819."
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St. Bonaventure Catholic Church
With twin 100-foot towers, the Romanesque-style St. Bonaventure Catholic Church has many beautiful stained glass windows and paintings. For more information, contact the Petersburg city clerk. (402) 386-5551.
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St. Boniface Church
Built in 1902, St. Boniface Church is a Gothic-style church, with tours by appointment. (402) 843-2345.
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St. Charles Borromeo Church/Alexander Thom Barn
"Local landmark buildings include St. Charles Borromeo Church, a German Baroque Catholic church, at 831 Locust, with towering twin cupolas and gilded wood-carved alters, and the Alexander Thom Barn, a large 1888 barn held together with wooden pegs. The barn is four miles north of town on Highway 79. (402) 721-2641.
For more information, contact the North Bend Chamber of Commerce. (402) 652-3584."
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St. Michael Historical Society
Polish heritage and religious artifacts are displayed at St. Michael Historical Society, an eight-acre complex that includes a historic church, boarding school, Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto, St. Michael Grotto and rectory. Located at 309 3rd St., it is open April-October, the first Sunday of the month, 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 428-2675.
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St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church
St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church is a picturesque historic church listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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St. Weceslaus Catholic Church
St. Weceslaus Catholic Church is a 1915 church known for its interior paintings and statuary, and its Czechoslovakian stained glass windows.
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Stanton County Historical Society Museum
The Stanton County Historical Society Museum, at 345 N. Main St., features displays on early settlers and rural life in Northeast Nebraska. It is open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Sunday 2-4 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 396-3272.
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Stanton Heritage Museum
The Stanton Heritage Museum, at 1006 Ivy Street, exhibits Stanton memorabilia, wedding clothes, uniforms, tools, pictures, old jail cells and fire equipment. It is open Heritage Day, July 4, Labor Day, or by appointment. (402) 439-2208.
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Swedish Heritage Center
Oakland is the Swedish Capital of Nebraska. The Swedish Heritage Center, at 301 N. Charde Ave., has exhibits of Swedish crystal, rooms typical of early Swedish-American homes, linens and needlework brought by immigrants, and a gift shop. It is open May-September, Saturday-Sunday 1-4 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 685-5057 or (402) 685-5095.
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The Ponca Tribal Museum
"Niobrara is home to the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska, best known for Chief Standing Bear and the landmark 1879 civil rights case in which a federal court first recognized an Indian as a person under the law. The Ponca Tribal Museum has artifacts and photos from Ponca history, American Indian artwork, and a gift shop. It is adjacent to the Niobrara Museum downtown. It is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 857-3519."
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Verdigre Heritage Museum
The Verdigre Heritage Museum has four buildings, including grist mill and jail, showing local heritage from 1880s to present. Open by appointment. (402) 655-2292.
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Verdigre Inn
Two-and-a-half blocks west of Main, the Verdigre Inn is a renovated circa-1900 Victorian home. (402) 668-2277.
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Washington County Historical Museum
At 14th and Monroe streets, the Washington County Historical Museum displays artifacts from prehistoric times to the recent past. Its collections of state and county history include a Lewis and Clark interactive display. It is open Monday and Wednesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday-Sunday 1-4 p.m., or by appointment. A donation of $2 per adult or $1 per child is suggested. (402) 468-5740.
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Wayne County Historical Museum
"At 702 Lincoln St., the Wayne County Historical Museum exhibits local history in a restored early-1900s house. It is open Memorial Day-Labor Day, Sun day 2-4 p.m., or by appointment. (402) 375-1278.
For more information, contact the Wayne Chamber of Commerce. (402) 375-2240."
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Wiseman Monument
North of the marketplace, the Wiseman Monument is the site of an infamous 1863 massacre in which five local children were killed. Lodging is available at the Rosegate Inn, a rural bed and breakfast inn near town. (402) 692-3157.
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Wisner Heritage Museum
Tours are by appointment through Wisner Community Development. (402) 529-3338.
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ZCBJ Hall
The ZCBJ Hall is a renovated historic opera house on Main Street, open for local events.
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