Detour Nebraska: Historic Destinations & Natural Wonders

by Gretchen M. Garrison

Overview

For many, Nebraska is the flat prairie seen from the interstate. Yet with the Sandhills, bluffs and river valleys, the state has an abundance of riches. The heritage of early settlers is evident. Fort Kearny and Chimney Rock were pioneer harbors. The Fur Trade Museum and the Homestead Monument of America tell of those who came to make a life. Carhenge is a nationally known treasure. The Joslyn Art Museum features world-class art, and the Nebraska National Forest is the largest hand-planted forest in the nation. Native Nebraskan Gretchen Garrison details the places and people that make the Cornhusker State unique.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781439663103
Publisher:	The History Press
Publication date:	10/30/2017
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	176
File size:	5 MB

About the Author

Gretchen (formerly Michels) Garrison and her family live in Lincoln, Nebraska. She helps her husband, Kyle, operate GP Restoration. Besides homeschooling their four kids, Gretchen also curates the blog odysseythroughnebraska.com. Many of her articles have also been included in other Nebraska publications.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 7

Introduction 9

1 Metro Region 11

2 Pioneer Region 36

3 Lewis and Clark Region 58

4 Sandhills Region 73

5 Frontier Trails 87

6 Prairie Lakes 105

7 Panhandle 121

Appendix A Nebraska Historical Museums and Societies 141

Appendix B Art across Nebraska 147

Sources 151

About the Author 157

Editorial Reviews

"Gretchen Garrison has been documenting her travels through her home state since 2013 on her blog, Odyssey Through Nebraska. Her new book, "Detour Nebraska: Historic Destinations & Natural Wonders," is the compendium of four years of travel, observation and research.



More than just a travel guide, "Detour Nebraska" is a broadly inclusive and thoughtful narrative about the notable geographical and historical destinations in Nebraska.



From the Metro region to the Panhandle, Garrison is an impartial chronicler of Nebraska's natural landscapes, historical landmarks and modern attractions. Her mission is to highlight "the places and people of Nebraska, both past and present." Lincoln Journal Star "



"The book features summaries of more than 150 unique destinations across the state and will have you making your own bucket list of Nebraska travel plans in 2018. If you love history, art, nature or adventure, be sure to pick up a copy of "Detour Nebraska" and start planning your own adventures." Nebraska Family Magazine

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