What Never Happened in Lincoln (Not Found in “A History Lover’s Guide to Lincoln”)
In researching A History Lover's Guide to Lincoln some of the information was not clear cut. Famous people were supposed to come and didn't. Certain places [...]
Acklie Fountain at Lincoln’s Old City Hall
One of Lincoln's oldest buildings was constructed at what is still one of the most important corners in Lincoln. First this was the location of [...]
Lincoln’s Patriotic Stained Glass Windows Courtesy of the GAR (Grand Army of the Republic)
Part of my exploring Lincoln for book research involved visiting churches. Someone told me that there was a stained glass window featuring Abraham Lincoln. When [...]
Back Cover Stories: A History Lover’s Guide to Lincoln
Both of the back cover pictures on 100 Things to Do in Lincoln reflect two different parts of Lincoln stories. Taking these pictures were memorable. [...]
Cover Reveal: A Very Merry Unrelease Day to A History Lover’s Guide to Lincoln
One of my favorite records as a child was the Disney sing-along one featuring classic Disney songs. (Don't your childhood memories include sitting around a [...]
The Doughnut Hole: Revisited and Updated
Because I definitely have a sweet tooth, the fact that I really like doughnuts is not surprising. Through the years, I have gotten a bit [...]
Mother’s Day 2020: Shop Local from Home
Writing 100 Things to Do in Lincoln Before You Die this winter put me in touch with a lot of great store owners. One of the [...]
Lincoln and the Civil War
Which Lincoln am I talking about in this post? Hmmm ... Since this does happen to be a blog about Nebraska, addressing the capital city [...]
@ Lincoln’s New Railyard: Officially Introducing “Skate the Yard”
I just found out about this upcoming opening officially this morning, and I could not resist sharing this with all of you. In three weeks [...]
Preserving Patchwork: International Quilt Study Center and Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska
Name/LocationInternational Quilt Study Center and Museum 33rd & Holdrege in Lincoln, NEOpen hours/ContactsTues.-Sat. 10-4; Summer Sundays 1-4: 402-472-6549; FacebookCostAdults: $6; Children (5-18): $3; Families: $12; [...]