The best arts & culture spots in Lincoln

“Catch the vibrant TAJIMAL K'IN photography show, on view through August 22, and the tactile beauty of Textiles of Latin America at El Museo Latino, where pre-Columbian to contemporary stories fill a historic space. Drop in for folklórico dance classes or a printmaking workshop, because culture looks good on your week.”

From the Omaha newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Feeling like your week needs a little wide-open-sky energy? Great Plains Art Museum spotlights the people, places, and stories of our region with rotating exhibits, Indigenous ceramics, and works by Nebraska names like Dwight Kirsch. Low-key inspiring, very local, and a perfect quick reset between errands this week.”

From the Lincoln newsletter, August 6, 2026

“House museum, once owned by Civil War hero General Crook, offering insights into 19th century life.”

“Art deco train station from 1931 featuring displays on Omaha history as well as traveling exhibits.”

“Art studio where visitors can create their own signs, home decor and other handmade items.”

“Established in 1997, this spacious, modern museum houses numerous quilts & quilting exhibits.”

“Live-music venue in a renovated 1930s movie theater, with multiple bars mixing craft cocktails.”

“Hands-on, 3-level learning museum offering interactive exhibits, educational activities & day camps.”

“Galleries, theater & cafe housed in a 1931 art deco building & modern addition by Norman Foster.”

“Playful exhibits & activities encouraging youth to learn about the world through imagination.”

“Laid-back science-focused space with hands-on exhibits and an outdoor playground.”

“Museum filled with haunted artifacts and other items that have a creepy story attached.”

“Museum in a historic tractor-testing facility displaying 40 antique & unusual tractors.”

“Museum chronicling African-American history in the Great Plains and the US.”

“Historical site hosting a farmers' market and other events, plus numerous bars and restaurants.”

“Museum with the world's largest collection of historical roller skates, plus costumes & memorabilia.”

“Founded in 1871, this museum explores Nebraska's biodiversity & culture & also offers a planetarium.”

“Institution known for vast collection of artifacts, toys, models & exhibits on racing & car history.”

“Scottish-inspired castle & gardens dating to 1903, with guided tours offered several times a month.”