Explore this 500-mile sculpture garden

In 1976 during the United States Bicentennial, Nebraskans commissioned eight modernistic sculptures for the rest stops of Interstate-80. Seven of those sculptures are still standing today, bringing delight to those who trek through Nebraska.

Information and Images provided by: Nebraska Arts Council
A full list of Nebraska Rest Areas can be found here

Nebraska Gateway

Current Location: Brady Rest Area Westbound
Artist: Anthony Padavano

Up/Over

Current Location: Ogallala Rest Area Westbound
Artist: Linda Howard

Erma's Desire

Current Location: Grand Island Rest Area Eastbound
Artist: John Raimondi

Crossing the Plains

Current Location: York Rest Area Westbound
Artist: Bradford Graves

Arrival

Current Location: Blue River Rest Area, Eastbound, near Milford
Artist: Paul Von Ringelheim

Nebraska Wind

Current Location: Kearney Rest Area Westbound
Artist: George Baker

Currently out of the water and public view for repairs.

Memorial to the American Bandshell

Current Location: Platte River Rest Area Eastbound, near Ashland
Artist: Richard Field