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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Lincoln,_NebraskaLincoln, Nebraska - Wikipedia

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   Lincoln is the capital city of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the county seat of Lancaster County. The city covers 100.4 square miles (260.035 km 2) with a population of 294,757 in 2023. It is the state's second-most populous city and the 73rd-largest in the United States. Lincoln is the economic and cultural anchor of a substantially larger ...

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3. www.britannica.com › place › Lincoln-NebraskaLincoln | Nebraska, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 1, 2024 · Lincoln, city, capital and second largest city of Nebraska, U.S., and seat (1869) of Lancaster county, in the southeastern part of the state, about 60 miles (95 km) southwest of Omaha. Oto and Pawnee Indians were early inhabitants in the area.

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4. www.planetware.com › lincoln-us-ne-l14 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Lincoln, NE

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   • Stroll through the Historic Haymarket District. The Historic Haymarket District is a wonderful place to stroll around, grab a bite to eat, or just people watch.
   • Tour the Nebraska State Capitol. It took three tries for Nebraska to construct a capitol building that would last. The building today, the third one on this site, is unique in respect to other state capitols.
   • Visit the University of Nebraska State Museum. For fans of paleontology, the University of Nebraska State Museum, a Smithsonian Affiliate, is a must-see attraction in Lincoln.
   • Take in a Game at Memorial Stadium. Nebraskans are fanatical about their sports teams, and the Cornhuskers are no exception to this rule. If the team is playing when you are in town (and you can get tickets), a visit to the stadium during a home game is a fun thing to do.

5. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g45667THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Lincoln (2024) - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Lincoln, Nebraska: See Tripadvisor's 43,206 traveler reviews and photos of Lincoln tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Lincoln. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

   • The top attractions to visit in Lincoln are: Sunken Gardens Museum of American Speed Lincoln Children's Zoo Nebraska State Capitol Pioneer Park Nat...
   • The best outdoor activities in Lincoln according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Sunken Gardens Lincoln Children's Zoo Pioneer Park Nature Center Hol...
   • The most popular things to do in Lincoln with kids according to Tripadvisor travelers are: Museum of American Speed Sunken Gardens Memorial Stadium...

6. www.visittheusa.com › destination › lincolnLincoln, Nebraska: Vibrant Midwestern Capital - Visit The USA

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   Lincoln knows where its bread is buttered, and that’s with a side of steak. But while beef is still a prime dish here, the city has benefitted from a refreshed interest in food culture. You’ll find Thai, African and Pho spots here, as well as restaurants devoted to deconstructing the very comfort food Lincoln has so long held dear. Gastropubs, brew...

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   Hundreds of restaurants, shops, galleries and more can be found in this dynamic district, where you can visit the Nebraska History Museum, the Sheldon Museum of Art and catch a live show at The Railyard Lincoln, all in the same day. Haymarket hosts a Farmer’s Market every week, as well as Artwalks, film screenings at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts...

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   Lincoln has a museum for just about anything. Housed in a modern glass and brick green-certified building, the International Quilt Study Center and Museum exhibits from a rotating collection of 4,500 quilts from around the world. Exotic engines, vintage speed equipment and racing vehicles are on display at the Museum of American Speed. Stop and sta...

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7. www.worldatlas.com › cities › lincoln-nebraskaLincoln, Nebraska - WorldAtlas

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   May 27, 2022 · Lincoln is the seat of Lancaster County and the capital of Nebraska, having an area of 256.538 km2 as of 2020, according to the United States Census Bureau. Omaha, the most populous city in Nebraska, is 46.39 miles northeast of Lincoln.

8. www.lincoln.org › things-to-doThings to Do in Lincoln, Nebraska

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   Explore award-winning attractions, vibrant art galleries, and a booming craft brewery scene. From family-friendly activities to cultural hotspots, plan your visit to experience why Lincoln stands out.

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   What state is Lincoln Nebraska?

   • Lincoln is the capital of the U.S. state of Nebraska and the seat of Lancaster County. It is the second-most populous city in Nebraska.

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   Is Lincoln a city or county?

   • Lincoln's health, personnel, and planning departments are joint city/county agencies; most city and Lancaster County offices are in the County/City Building. The most recent city general election was held on May 4, 2021. Since Lincoln is the state capital, many Nebraska state and United States Government offices are in Lincoln.

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   Why was Lincoln chosen as the capital of Nebraska?

   • Lincoln was chosen as the capital of the city rather than Omaha, the largest city in Nebraska, due to its central location, where Omaha is located in the eastern boundary of the State. Major state institutions like The University of Nebraska were established in Lincoln.

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   Where is Omaha Nebraska located?

   • Omaha, the most populous city in Nebraska, is 46.39 miles northeast of Lincoln. Lincoln is part of a larger metropolitan in the southeastern area of the State called The Lincoln Metropolitan Statistical Area, which consists of Steward and Lancaster County.

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