Travel Destinations Nebraska Nebraska City, Nebraska Top Things to Do in Nebraska City Family activities, Arbor Day celebrations and fall color star in the hometown of Arbor Day founder J. Sterling Morton. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on July 14, 2023 Lied Lodge. Photo: Courtesy of Arbor Day Farm What to Do Arbor Day Farm Families enjoy the kid-friendly Tree Adventure, barns, Apple House Market and cafe at Arbor Day farm. One-hour tractor-pulled Discovery Rides travel around the 260 acres of the farm, including sunflower fields in midsummer. Special events include Arbor Day festivities in April and Harvest Celebrations and the Applejack Festival in fall. 30 Great Midwest Fall Color Getaways J. Sterling Morton mansion. Ginger Crichton Arbor Lodge State Historical Park and Museum Visitors tour Morton's 52-room mansion and explore the wooded 72-acre estate. Kimmel Orchard Cider Doughnuts. Ginger Crichton Kimmel Orchard and Vineyard The orchard and vineyard spot is best known for apple picking and cider doughnuts in the fall. Kregel Windmill Factory Museum History buffs will enjoy a stop here, where hundreds of windmills were turned out in the early 20th century. Nebraska City Museum of Firefighting and Education Center Kids can play dress-up and all ages can learn about fire safety and the history of firefighting in Nebraska City at this museum. Weekend Getaways Near Omaha Where to Eat and Drink The Keeping Room Hometown dining meets boutique shopping. The daily menu might include fare like a Thai peanut wrap, chicken salad croissant or apple walnut salad. Shop for antiques or holiday and seasonal decor before or after your meal. Little Ted's Pub and Grill Nosh on burgers, sandwiches, chicken wings and other pub food at this local restaurant. Lied Lodge. Where to Stay Lied Lodge and Conference Center Cap your visit with a stay at an Adirondack-style hotel with a soaring fireplace, 140 rooms and a fine-dining restaurant, Timbers. For more information visit nebraskacity.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit