Itinerary: Get to Know the People of Southeast Nebraska
From movie stars to the Amish community, these itinerary stops—all within 15 easy miles of each other—will introduce you to the people of Pawnee County in Southeast Nebraska.
1021 F. St.
Pawnee City, NE
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Choose from changing breakfast specials including fluffy blueberry pancakes, hearty egg platters and more.
701 I St.
Pawnee City, NE
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View more than 500 renovated pedal cars, tractors and other antiques. As you tour, notice the architecture—the building was once a church, then a doctor's clinic!
201 Miles Ave.
Lewiston, NE
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See for yourself why locals rave about Jeanie's from-scratch cooking. Favorites include fried chicken, savory meatloaf and homemade noodles.
Burchard, NE
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The home of Nebraska native Harold Lloyd is open by appointment. Lloyd's stunts continue to earn him status among movie critics today as one of the first cinematic action heroes. Arrange a tour to screen some of Lloyd's 1920s-era films and view memorabilia related to his career.
62193 710th Rd.
Pawnee City, NE
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Stop by Nebraska's first farm winery and microbrewery for wine, craft beer, cocktails and dinner specials on Friday and Saturday nights.
70804 608 Ave.
Burchard, NE
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There’s no internet service, but fishing, hunting and sunset views will keep you occupied at Big Blue, located on one of the state’s only remaining tall grass prairies.
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After enjoying breakfast at the lodge, head out for some shopping. The Amish-run shops in the Pawnee County area of Southeast Nebraska offer everything from hand-crafted woodworks to delicious food. Try the Kuntry Kustom Woodworks carpentry shop (62637 710th Trail; 402-852-2349), Kuntry Discount store for seeds (in season) and bulk foods (71070 Hwy. 50; 402-852-2774), Pawnee Kuntry Store for bulk foods, glassware, clocks, cookbooks and more (71215 626th Ave.) and Double EE Greenhouse (open April through June at 62687 710th Trail; 402-839-2012).
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Shirley's Place (626 6th St., Pawnee City; 402-852-3186) is a best bet for breakfast or lunch (try the prime rib sandwich with swiss cheese and mushrooms). But if you're traveling with a group of 15 or more, plan ahead to enjoy a homemade lunch in the home of a local Amish family. Call 402-839-2008 to arrange.
Table Rock, NE
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Call ahead to discover a total of nine museums in the village of Table Rock. You'll get special access to buildings including the circa-1894 general store, now a newspaper museum with still-working presses and a gallery of historic photos.
420 Luzerne St.
Table Rock, NE
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Get your fill of sandwiches, wings, burgers and more at this local favorite, and maybe stay for live music or karaoke.
1041 5th St.
Pawnee City, NE
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Meet Miss Yvonne, who's been receiving guests at My Blue Heaven bed-and-breakfast for more than 30 years. That's given her ample time to perfect her breakfast recipes and collect antiques for her 1920s-era home—though she offers modern amenities like WiFi and updated baths, too.
