Still the best (and now only) theater in town but uncomfortable seats keep it from perfection. With…read morean Art Deco style that is immediately eye-catching, a quality screen, loud sound system, and great pricing, this is a great single-screen theater that's only open on weekends. It's also the only theater in town at the time of this update. The only downside is the seating. Despite being updated, they are not modern, reclining plush seats. I get why this was done, so as to not clash with the retro vibe, but the nearby Rivoli theater in Hastings updated to more modern seating despite being old-school as well, and its charm and vibe remained intact so I do wish the same would've been done here because the seats can get very uncomfortable after a while. Worse, if a showing is particularly busy, you'll be so close to someone that you may as well be sitting on their lap due to how close the seats are to each other. Skinny legends need not worry, but RIP anyone who is tall, broad, or even a little plus-sized because you will be shoulder to shoulder. Still, despite the shortcomings of its seating, this theater is still excellent. Tickets are inexpensive at $5 a pop and concessions are also very affordable. It's definitely great place to catch a movie, just keep in mind it may be a little uncomfortable. Oh, and also a little annoying if there are any rowdy kids around.

Life is transient and impermanent. "Everything passes like the flowering waters of a steep…read morewaterfall." This is the only existing downtown movie theater, dating from pre-WWII. The other theater which continued to the 1980's, The Capitol, was built as a Vaudeville theater and had a groovy 1920's balcony. It is now a parking lot, and I suspect it will remain in that state. Every city in America has the same sob story. The Grand, however, survived. It even has its share of first-run movies, and the local volunteer network who works on its upkeep likes to do nice things like replace and repair the art-deco lights and generally make it a decent place to go see a show (including the occasional live music performance).

We made the mistake of attending the archway museum before coming to Hastings museum, expecting to…read morehave the same experience. It ended up being not nearly as exciting, however, there is soooo much to look at, it would definitely take at least 4 hours to look at every single item. The museum itself definitely needs a major update. I felt like I was back in public elementary school in the early 90s all over again. The musty smell, the chipped floors, the open storage areas for the public to see...ahhh nostalgia! It was not a busy day so it was a little ominous. There was a handful of teenagers creepily/obnoxiously running through the hallways screaming very loud while playing hide and seek. The parents ignored their screams while staring at the gun collections. Coincidence? I think not. The kool-aid exhibit was pretty cool. Definitely educational, and like the other review said, it would have been nice to try some, especially considering it's so cheap and easy to make. One thing that was super upsetting is that we asked for military tickets. I showed my ID and I didn't check the receipt until after we left and the lady only gave us 1 military ticket even though there was 2 of us that are both military. I guess she assumed that my partner didn't look military, or maybe I should have specifically said both of us are, but I usually never have to do that at other places so that added to the lack of excitement for this place. This museum was recommended from a lot of fellow travelers, and I would not recommend going out of the way unless you really need something to do on a rainy day. If you have children that you don't like to keep an eye on and let them roam unsupervised and crazy, this is a fantastic place for your family!! I also saw they have movie showings and a planetarium which may be some extra fun if you have time.

Driving from Portland, OR to Ann Arbor, MI -alone- is a helluva chore. I started losing it in…read moreNebraska. Nebraska is a LONG state and it takes all day to get through it on I-80. Fortunately, just about the time I was starting to hallucinate, I saw a roadside sign that announced "Kool-Aid Museum, Next Exit". I'm so there. Actually, this is the Hastings Museum "of Natural and Cultural History", but i'm sure the museum's marketing guy understood that nobody is gonna pull off the highway to spend the day learning about the great cultural history of Hastings, Nebraska, so it's better known as the Kool-Aid museum. The Kool-Aid exhibits (yeah, plural) take up good portion of the lower level in the museum, and have GREAT catchy names like, "Kool-Aid Days", the "History of Kool-Aid" and of course, who could forget, "Kool-Aid, Discover the Dream!" (i'm not just makin this stuff up!) Kool-Aid was invented in Hastings by some guy named Ed Perkins. For $6 it's worth your time and money, especially if you need a break from behind the wheel to regain your sanity. Did I mention that Nebraska is a LONG state? Not much to see out the window, either. That same $6 gets you into the rest of the museum as well, but be forewarned, the other exhibits have names like, "Festival of Trees" and "Groundwater Discovery Adventure" and "People of the Plains States" No really, you can't make this stuff up. Take a pass on the "Coin Room" too. If i were to go again (and I won't), I'd go the first weekend of August to coincide with the annual Kool-Aid festival and parade (http://www.kool-aiddays.com) where it's free all-you-can-drink Kool-Aid. Smuggle in a pint of Seagram's gin and it could make a lovely summer afternoon. I gave this place 2-stars because it was sorta fun and it was the perfect break I needed from the road. I woulda given it 3-stars if they would have actually SERVED ME SOME DAMN KOOL-AID while I was there. When I asked where I could get some Kool-Aid, I was told, "oh it makes a mess and stains the floor". Pffft. No wonder Ed Perkins moved the Kool-Aid HQ to Chicago.

Looking for history about Kearney and the surrounding area? Then stop by for a guided tour…read more Interesting buildings are well kept and maintained. There is no air conditioning, so choose a cool day or early afternoon. The tour guided was knowledgeable, entertaining, and informative about the origins of all the buildings.

From the owner: The Trails & Rails Museum -Buffalo County Historical Society, has six historic buildings to tour…read morethrough, as well as a livery barn, the JC Marlatt blacksmith shop, and a Union Pacific steam engine and caboose. The Family History Center serves as the new Museum welcome center and gift shop and also houses the extensive archive department used by researchers world-wide. Join us for several special events through-out the year! The Trails & Rails Museum is located on the original Mormon Trail route (current 11th St.) Please check our web site for additional details and special events.

Our first time in. Heard good reports. Sampling a variety. The Sweet Ass white wine came first and…read morebread pudding just arrived, looks great. Wine is a reisling type grape I would say. Is good. Bread pudding and ice cream is good and first of type that B has actually liked. We shared a NY Strip and pork chop. Both real good. Mashed potatoes both plates, very good. Steamed broccoli same. Nice setting and seating situation. Service just right. And we would do this again.

had a lovely little girls night here last weekend…read more the wine selection is great! and so yummy. i loved the edeilweiss and rose. got the spinach and artichoke dip as and app and the bruschetta chicken for my main entree. gosh i want to eat that chicken every day. so flavorful and came with a delicious side of pesto mac! their menu has rotating seasonal items so be sure to try them before their gone. cute atmosphere and love all the exposed brick. amazing service too!! if you're ever coming through this tiny town you got to make a stop here!

meat was too dry and salty. tables clean. fries tasted good. should add sweet fries to menuread more

We were on a tour to see the Sandhill Crane Migration and part of the tour included a visit to the…read moreMuseum of Nebraska Art in Kearney. The museum is a multi story facility located in an old post office. The architectural detail of the building is nice and the art to be found inside is quite surprising. Three levels of art work either with a Nebraska theme or composed by an artist who resides or has resided in Nebraska. Some very nice pieces. There is also a bronze sculpture garden in the back of the building. If you are passing anywhere near Kearney, you should stop in and check it out.