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Great Platte River Road Archway Monument, Kearney

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Stretching for more than 91 m (300 ft) across Nebraska's section of Interstate 80, Great Platte River Road Archway Monument uses its position to document the history of the westward expansion of the United States and its people. Designed to recall the external appearance of a classic covered bridge, the museum also comprises two towers that anchor the structure. Wander the complex on a self-guided tour, and you'll be transported back to the Oregon Trail and the pioneers of the Old West, many of whom passed through nearby Kearney. Moving forward, you'll experience the trials, tribulations, and successes of technology, infrastructure, and development during America's move west, including the advent of modern-day transportation. Plan your Great Platte River Road Archway Monument visit and explore what else you can see and do in Kearney using our Kearney trip planning tool.

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By Alicia_JA

We stopped here to get a close look at the arch but the museum inside was a fantastic surprise. We were greeted at the door by a wonderful staff member who shared a little about the place. The...

We stopped here to get a close look at the arch but the museum inside was a fantastic surprise. We were greeted at the door by a wonderful staff member who shared a little about the place. The... more »
By Jlspence

We'd driven under this Arch several times before deciding to check it out. I really had no idea how a museum could be installed in an archway over an interstate highway but I must say it was...

We'd driven under this Arch several times before deciding to check it out. I really had no idea how a museum could be installed in an archway over an interstate highway but I must say it was... more »
By MNDoodles

What a fun, interactive and educational museum this is. My husband and I first visited in 2006 and remembered it being very well done but it’s even better than we remembered. Exhibits are very...

What a fun, interactive and educational museum this is. My husband and I first visited in 2006 and remembered it being very well done but it’s even better than we remembered. Exhibits are very... more »