Arbor Lodge

Mother’s Day Tea at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Celebrate Mother’s Day during a special tea presented in the beautiful sunroom of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Enjoy an assortment of teas and tasty selections, while learning about the strong and amazing women of Arbor Lodge. In addition to the tea, participants can embark on a self-guided tour of the mansion. China painting demonstrations and special music will also be offered throughout the weekend.

Reservations for the tea are required by calling 402-873-7222. Cost is $18 per person and includes your mansion admission and entrance to the tea.

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Lied Lodge & Arbor Day Farm

Show Mom how much you care with a visit to Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City. Here are a few ways to make Mother’s Day memorable this year:

 

  • Enjoy a decadent Mother’s Day Grand Brunch Buffet on Sunday, May 12, served 11 a.m.–2:30 p.m. in the Timber Dining Room at Lied Lodge. Call 402-873-8740 for your reservation.
  • Take Mom on a nature hike filled with flowering trees and fresh air at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure and tour the 52-room historic mansion at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park. Spring Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission applies.
  • Soothe her spirit with a spa treatment at Lied Lodge. View the spa menu and request an appointment online. Call 800- 546-5433.

Quilts: Past and Present at Arbor Lodge

See a beautiful collection of handcrafted quilts during “Quilts: Past and Present” at Arbor Lodge. This special display can be seen this Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Call 402-873-7222 for more information.

Quilts: Past and Present at Arbor Lodge

See a beautiful collection of handcrafted quilts during “Quilts: Past and Present” at Arbor Lodge. This special display will continue through April 7 and can be seen each Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Call 402-873-7222 for more information.

Quilts: Past and Present at Arbor Lodge

See a beautiful collection of handcrafted quilts during “Quilts: Past and Present” at Arbor Lodge. This special display will continue through April 7 and can be seen each Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Call 402-873-7222 for more information.

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air at Arbor Lodge Mansion each weekend in February. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine’s Day cards.

On Saturday, February 8, guests are invited to make their own special Victorian Valentine.

Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air at Arbor Lodge Mansion each weekend in February. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine’s Day cards.

On Saturday, February 8, guests are invited to make their own special Victorian Valentine.

Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air at Arbor Lodge Mansion each weekend in February. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine’s Day cards.

Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air at Arbor Lodge Mansion each weekend in February. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine’s Day cards.

Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air at Arbor Lodge Mansion each weekend in February. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine’s Day cards.

Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air all throughout Arbor Lodge Mansion. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine cards.
Join us weekends in February from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air all throughout Arbor Lodge Mansion. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine cards.
Join us weekends in February from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air all throughout Arbor Lodge Mansion. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton family through photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine cards.
Join us weekends in February from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

National Quilting Day at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Celebrate National Quilting Day at Arbor Lodge Mansion! View a special exhibit of quilts from the Arbor Lodge collection and learn about the history of quilting. See how a once utilitarian craft has evolved into a true art form.
Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

National Quilting Day at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Celebrate National Quilting Day at Arbor Lodge Mansion! View a special exhibit of quilts from the Arbor Lodge collection and learn about the history of quilting. See how a once utilitarian craft has evolved into a true art form.
Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Winter Fun Weekends at Arbor Lodge

Explore special displays filled with antique ice skates, sleds, snowshoes, snowmen, and more. Learn the history of these favorite winter pastimes and playthings, including diary excerpts on the Morton family’s winter activities.

On January 4 & 5, we’ll also feature National Trivia Day and National Bird Day activities. And on January 18, join us for a special National Snowman Day celebration with snowmen stories and history, crafts, and a yummy treat.

This event is included with your Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222. Go here for current hours.

Winter Fun Weekends at Arbor Lodge

Explore special displays filled with antique ice skates, sleds, snowshoes, snowmen, and more. Learn the history of these favorite winter pastimes and playthings, including diary excerpts on the Morton family’s winter activities.

On January 4 & 5, we’ll also feature National Trivia Day and National Bird Day activities. And on January 18, join us for a special National Snowman Day celebration with snowmen stories and history, crafts, and a yummy treat.

This event is included with your Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222. Go here for current hours.

Winter Fun Weekends at Arbor Lodge

Explore special displays filled with antique ice skates, sleds, snowshoes, snowmen, and more. Learn the history of these favorite winter pastimes and playthings, including diary excerpts on the Morton family’s winter activities.

On January 4 & 5, we’ll also feature National Trivia Day and National Bird Day activities. And on January 18, join us for a special National Snowman Day celebration with snowmen stories and history, crafts, and a yummy treat.

This event is included with your Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222. Go here for current hours.

Winter Fun Weekends at Arbor Lodge

Explore special displays filled with antique ice skates, sleds, snow shoes, snowmen, and more. Learn the history of these favorite winter pastimes and playthings, including diary excerpts on the Morton family’s winter activities. Join us for a special National Snowman Day celebration on January 19 with snowmen stories and history, crafts, and a yummy treat.

This event is included with your Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222. Go here for current hours.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Join us for an evening of murder and mayhem in the Wild West as Arbor Lodge Mansion transforms into the Deadwood Saloon. It’s an old-fashioned whodunnit in a magnificent setting! Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends.

Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-7222.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-8717.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Join us for an evening of murder and mayhem in the Wild West as Arbor Lodge Mansion transforms into the Deadwood Saloon. It’s an old-fashioned whodunnit in a magnificent setting! Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends.

Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-7222.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Christmas at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

 

Arbor Lodge Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

 

Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning November 30)

Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

 

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Make it a Getaway: Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package

 

Want a really unique holiday experience? Choose the Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package, which includes either a Friday or Saturday night stay at Lied Lodge, plus two tickets for the after-hours tour (6:30 – 8:00 p.m.) of Arbor Lodge, beautifully trimmed with vintage décor. Learn about holiday traditions of yesteryear, find tour hosts in their best holiday finery, and enjoy Christmas tunes and treats as you explore the historic home. Transportation from Lied Lodge to the mansion is included in the package. To reserve: call 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

 

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Christmas at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Arbor Lodge Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning November 30)

Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Christmas at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Arbor Lodge Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning November 30)

Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Christmas at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Arbor Lodge Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning November 30)

Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Christmas at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Arbor Lodge Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning November 30)

Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Christmas at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Arbor Lodge Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning November 30)

Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

National Ice Cream Day at Arbor Day Farm

Celebrate this deliciously wonderful national holiday with summertime fun across the farm. Join us at the Tree Adventure from 1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m. to learn how this special treat originated and participate in homemade ice cream churning. Sampling will be available.

At the Apple House Market, enjoy delectable ice cream treats including root beer floats, ice cream sundaes, and apple cider slushies with ice cream and caramel.

Round out your adventure at Arbor Lodge where you’ll see how the Morton family spent their summer days and have the opportunity to play yard games and checkers on the front lawn of the mansion.

Questions? Call 402-873-8717 for more information.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-7222.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-7222.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-7222.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-7222.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

WWI Exhibit & Vintage Flags Display at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Join us Memorial Day Weekend at Arbor Lodge Mansion for a special display featuring vintage American flags of the Arbor Lodge collection. The flags will be displayed throughout the mansion where you’ll also discover exhibits honoring Morton family and local WWI veterans and commemorating events of 1918.

The 52-room mansion is open on Saturday & Monday from 9 am–5 pm and Sunday from 11 am–5 pm; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 children (age 3-12). Questions? Call Arbor Lodge at 402-873-7222.

Women of Arbor Lodge Special Event

Celebrate the women in your life with a visit to Arbor Lodge Mansion during Mother’s Day weekend. View a special display of women’s clothing and accessories and enjoy live music throughout the weekend. On Saturday, Arbor Lodge tour hosts will be dressed in period costumes representing the “Women of Arbor Lodge.”

Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Celebrate Love Weekends at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Love is in the air all throughout Arbor Lodge Mansion. Step back in time and discover weddings related to the Morton’s with photographs, newspaper articles, and diary entries. Learn about the history of Valentine’s Day and view vintage Valentine cards.

Join us weekends in February from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Event is included with Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Hayrack Ride, Storytelling, & S’mores at Arbor Day Farm

Weekends this fall through Lied Lodge & Conference Center – the entire family will enjoy a mash-up of Arbor Day Farm’s most beloved fall season activities: hayrack rides, cider, s’mores and storytelling!

On Friday and Saturday evenings, Sept. 22 thru Nov. 11, climb aboard a hayrack at the Lied Lodge lobby. Travel to Arbor Day Farm’s Morton Oak tree, where you’ll sip hot apple cider, make s’mores, and enjoy tales from a storyteller, and then return to Lied Lodge.

Tickets are $15.00+ tax for adults; $10+ tax for children, age 3-12. Seating is limited on the hayrack, and this activity often sells out. To reserve your seat, please call Lied Lodge at 800-546-5433.

Want to make it a getaway? The Hayrack, S’mores, & Cider Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge plus up to four (4) tickets for the hayrack ride activity; availability is limited, so please call to reserve: 800-546-5433.

Christmas at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

 

Historic Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

 

Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Special after-hours Mansion viewings
Friday & Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Make it a Getaway: Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package

Want a really unique holiday experience? Choose the Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package, which includes either a Friday or Saturday night stay at Lied Lodge, plus two tickets for the after-hours tour (6:30 – 8:00 p.m.) of Arbor Lodge, beautifully trimmed with vintage décor. Learn about holiday traditions of yesteryear, find tour hosts in their best holiday finery, and enjoy Christmas tunes and treats as you explore the historic home. Transportation from Lied Lodge to the mansion is included in the package. To reserve: call 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

 

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Christmas at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

 

Historic Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

 

Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Special after-hours Mansion viewings
Friday & Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Make it a Getaway: Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package

Want a really unique holiday experience? Choose the Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package, which includes either a Friday or Saturday night stay at Lied Lodge, plus two tickets for the after-hours tour (6:30 – 8:00 p.m.) of Arbor Lodge, beautifully trimmed with vintage décor. Learn about holiday traditions of yesteryear, find tour hosts in their best holiday finery, and enjoy Christmas tunes and treats as you explore the historic home. Transportation from Lied Lodge to the mansion is included in the package. To reserve: call 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

 

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Christmas at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

 

Historic Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

 

Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Special after-hours Mansion viewings
Friday & Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Make it a Getaway: Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package

Want a really unique holiday experience? Choose the Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package, which includes either a Friday or Saturday night stay at Lied Lodge, plus two tickets for the after-hours tour (6:30 – 8:00 p.m.) of Arbor Lodge, beautifully trimmed with vintage décor. Learn about holiday traditions of yesteryear, find tour hosts in their best holiday finery, and enjoy Christmas tunes and treats as you explore the historic home. Transportation from Lied Lodge to the mansion is included in the package. To reserve: call 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

 

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Christmas at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

 

Historic Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

 

Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Special after-hours Mansion viewings
Friday & Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Make it a Getaway: Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package

Want a really unique holiday experience? Choose the Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package, which includes either a Friday or Saturday night stay at Lied Lodge, plus two tickets for the after-hours tour (6:30 – 8:00 p.m.) of Arbor Lodge, beautifully trimmed with vintage décor. Learn about holiday traditions of yesteryear, find tour hosts in their best holiday finery, and enjoy Christmas tunes and treats as you explore the historic home. Transportation from Lied Lodge to the mansion is included in the package. To reserve: call 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

 

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Christmas at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Historic Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Daytime admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

 

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning Dec 1)
Friday & Saturday, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Make it a Getaway: Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package

Want a really unique holiday experience? Choose the Christmas at the Mansion Overnight Package, which includes either a Friday or Saturday night stay at Lied Lodge, plus two tickets for the after-hours tour (6:30 – 8:00 p.m.) of Arbor Lodge, beautifully trimmed with vintage décor. Learn about holiday traditions of yesteryear, find tour hosts in their best holiday finery, and enjoy Christmas tunes and treats as you explore the historic home. Transportation from Lied Lodge to the mansion is included in the package. To reserve: call 800-546-5433, or reserve it online now.

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Christmas at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Step back in time and experience the holidays the way J. Sterling Morton did with a one-of-a-kind Christmas at the Mansion experience.

Historic Mansion: Open for Weekend Visitors

See the 52-room mansion at its festive best during the holiday season. Enjoy vintage décor, special holiday-themed collections on display, and holiday music to get you into the spirit of the season. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (beginning Nov. 24)

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 
Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12)

Special after-hours Mansion viewings (beginning Dec. 1)
Fridays & Saturdays, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Evening admission: $12 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Arbor Lodge Mansion will be closed December 24, 25, 31, and January 1.

Living History Weekend – Pioneer Days at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

Pioneers of many ethnic origins traveled their way to Nebraska. Join us September 23 and 24 as we celebrate the rich heritage of our ancestors with demonstrations and displays including vintage farm equipment, rag dolls, kitchen gadgets, and frontier education.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222. Mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Vintage Halloween at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

This weekend is full of Vintage Halloween fun frivolity as we celebrate vintage Halloween customs, games, crafts, and décor from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222.

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Come to the Fair at Arbor Lodge

“Come to the Fair” at Arbor Lodge, home of J. Sterling Morton, and get a glimpse of the Morton family’s involvement in the organization of the Nebraska Territorial and State Fairs. View original fair documents, certificates, and awards, plus check out a variety of award-winning 2017 Otoe County Fair entries. You’ll also find quilt and needlework displays, outdoor games, and a refreshment stand. For more information, call 402-873-7222.

Celebrating Chautauqua at Arbor Lodge

Circuit Chautauqua first came to Nebraska City in 1907. This year, it returns June 21-24, featuring guest speakers and entertainment at various locations around the community. The theme for this year’s Nebraska Chautauqua is “World War One: Legacies of a Forgotten War.” In addition to the community’s Chautauqua celebration (presented by Humanities Nebraska and the Nebraska City Chautauqua committee), Arbor Lodge will host additional activities including historical displays and entertainment June 24-25.

Mystery at the Mansion at Arbor Lodge

Put your best sleuthing hat on and join us for an old-fashioned whodunnit in the magnificent setting of Arbor Lodge Mansion. Solve clues, look for evidence, and break the case while mingling with new friends. Event tickets are $25/person (adults only). Reservations required at 402-873-8717.

Add to the fun with a stay at Lied Lodge & Conference Center. Request the Mystery at the Mansion package and receive two tickets to the event with your overnight accommodations. Make your reservation online or by calling 800-546-5433. Guests may use their ticket throughout their stay to return to the Mansion.

Check out what others are saying about their Mystery at the Mansion experience. View video.

Arbor Day Weekend Celebration at Arbor Day Farm

We’ve made a few changes to our Arbor Day Weekend lineup. The steady rainfall is great for the trees, but it calls for a slight adjustment to our scheduled outdoor activities.

Enjoy these fun activities this weekend:

At the Tree Adventure:

  • Make a Woodland Critter craft
  • Learn “What Comes From a Tree”
  • See “Trees Up Close and Personal”
  • Uncover the world of “Pelts and Skulls”
  • Talk to a Master Gardener
  • Tree Adventure admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12). Includes a tree seedling to plant at home.

At the Apple House Market and Pie Garden:
Sip Arbor Day Farm’s newest wine varieties while you shop for jams, jellies, salsa, honey, pies, and other tasty treats. Enjoy an apple slushee and light lunch.

 At Lied Lodge:
Relax, retreat, and gather together at the all-new Lied Lodge. Fully-updated guest rooms, indoor pool, award-winning restaurant, and on-site spa. For availability and reservations, call 800-546-5433.

 Arbor Lodge State Historical Park is open for visitors, too. Take an inspiring, up-close look at the life and legacy of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day. See more than 200 varieties of lilacs during guided tours at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

 At the Morton Mansion:

  • Explore the 52-room mansion and learn about the history of Arbor Day and spring planting on the Morton farm
  • Enjoy parlor entertainment and fresh flowers throughout the mansion
  • Mansion admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Enjoy the full Arbor Day Farm experience with the All-Access Day Pass

  • Morton Mansion, Tree Adventure, and the Apple House Market are open Saturday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
  • Admission: $15 adults; $11 youth (age 3-12)

Easter Weekend at Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm

Bring the entire family to Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm for a one-of-a-kind Easter weekend getaway.

The Easter Family Fun Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge on Saturday, March 31, plus four tickets to Arbor Day Farm’s Tree Adventure attraction – featuring chicks, bunnies, lambs, and a seek-and-find egg hunt. Call today for your reservation: 800-546-5433 or reserve it online now.

At Lied Lodge’s Timber Dining Room:
Enjoy a scrumptious Easter Sunday Brunch and live piano music at Lied Lodge’s Timber Dining Room, served 11am-2pm. View the Easter Brunch menu, then call 402-873-8740 to make your dining room reservation.

At the Tree Adventure:
Embark on a springtime stroll through the woods and take in a leisurely seek-and-find egg hunt. Children will enjoy chicks, bunnies, and lambs at the Tree Adventure. Easter activities included with regular Tree Adventure admission. The Tree Adventure is open Easter Saturday, 9am–5pm; Easter Sunday, 12pm–4pm. Call 402-873-8717 for more information.

At the Apple House Market:
Sip Arbor Day Farm wines and shop for flavorful jams, jellies, salsas, and more. The Pie Garden Cafe is also open for apple pie and other tasty treats. Open Easter Saturday, 9am-5pm; Easter Sunday, 12pm-4pm.

At Arbor Lodge State Historical Park:
Get a close-up look at the life and legacy of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day. The mansion is open for self-guided tours; admission is $8/adults; $6/youth (age 3-12). Arbor Lodge mansion is open Easter Saturday, 9am–5pm; Easter Sunday, 12pm–4pm.

Winter Fun Exhibit at Arbor Lodge Mansion

Weekends Only in January, explore special displays filled with antique ice skates, sleds, snow shoes, and more. Learn the history of these favorite winter pastimes and playthings, including diary excerpts on the Morton family’s winter activities.

This event is included with your Arbor Lodge Mansion admission. Questions? Call 402-873-7222.

No-scare Halloween at Arbor Day Farm

We’re celebrating no-scare Halloween fun at the Tree Adventure and Arbor Lodge State Historical Park, and you’re invited!

This special pumpkin party is rain or shine and included with regular admission. All ages welcome to come in costume and enjoy:

• Face painting at the treehouse
• Make-and-take Halloween crafts
• Halloween Hunt along the trails – use “spooky clues” to find fun items in the forest
• Arbor Day Farm’s Discovery Ride will also be running during the pumpkin party, with rides on the hour from 1:00 p.m. & 2 p.m. Discovery Ride admission is $5 for adults & children (ages 3-12); free for children under 2.

Celebrate fall at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure! Questions? Call (402) 873-8717.

Living History Weekend – Vintage Halloween at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

This weekend is full of Vintage Halloween fun frivolity as we celebrate vintage Halloween customs, games, crafts, and décor from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222.

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Victorian Times at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

Join us on October 7 & 8, from 11 am-4 pm for displays of Victorian dresses, lacemaking, parlor music, parlor games, the language of the fan, and yard games.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222.

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Great American Pastimes & Vintage Baseball at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

Visit Arbor Lodge State Historical Park on October 15 & 16, for Great American Pastimes from 11am-4pm. Enjoy fun the old-fashioned way with parlor games and entertainment, piano music, antique kitchen gadgets, yard games, cider pressing, and dancing horses.  Vintage Baseball games on Sunday afternoon at 1pm and 2:30pm, featuring the Topeka Westerns and Shawnee Baseball Club.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: (402) 873-7222.

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Mountain Man Rendezvous at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

October 14 & 15 is Mountain Man Rendezvous from 11 am-4 pm. Enjoy seed beadwork, rigid heddle weaving, leather crafting, butter churning, fabric dyes and printing, tomahawk throwing, tin punching, fire building, and a mountain man trunk of skins and skulls.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222.

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Ethnic Festival at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

It’s an Ethnic Festival, October 1 & 2, from 11am-4pm. Celebrate the rich heritage of our ancestors:  Great Plains Welsh Heritage Project, Mid-Summer Scandinavian Committee, Omaha Czech Cultural Club, International Society of Germans from Russia, and Scottish Bagpipes.

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: (402) 873-7222.

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Living History Weekend – Wheels of Transportation at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park

Step back in time to see historic trades, talents, and other demonstrations come alive inside the mansion and out on the beautiful grounds of Nebraska City’s National Historic Landmark.

Join us September 30 and October 1 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. for Living History Weekend’s Wheels of Transportation. Celebrate the history of how we got from here to there using horses, trains, carriages, bicycles, tractors, and automobiles. Enjoy special displays and demonstrations including Morton Family ties to early roads, the overland trail, wagon train dolls, antique cars, and much more!

Admission to the park is free and no longer requires a park entry permit; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 youth (age 3-12).

Questions about Living History Weekends? Please call the mansion: 402-873-7222.

2016 Applejack Festival at Arbor Day Farm

Mark your calendar: Nebraska City’s annual Applejack Festival is Sept. 16-18, 2016. We invite you to join us in celebrating an abundant apple harvest!

At the Tree Adventure:
• Pick your own apples in the orchard.
• Climb aboard the Discovery Ride with a stop in the Preservation Orchard. Rides depart hourly, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Enjoy live music, bubble making, face painting, and wood carving demonstrations.
• Admission: $8 adults, $6 youth (ages 3-12). Discovery Ride tickets are an additional $5 per person.
• Open extended hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

At the Apple House Market:
• Shop for apples by the bag or bushel.
• Taste Arbor Day Farm wines.
• Select apple pies, caramel apples, fresh-pressed cider, and other fall season treats.
• Choose from assorted food truck fare in the back lawn area.
• Open extended hours: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

At the Historic Barns:
• Shop at the craft show, featuring 50+ booths of hand-crafted items. Open Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Sample heirloom apples from the Preservation Orchard.
• Snack on apple pies, caramel apples, apple slushies, beer, wine, and more.

At Arbor Lodge Mansion:
• Tour the 52-room mansion of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day.
• Find delicious fare at the food truck.
• Enjoy a Model A car show; Sept. 18 only, 9 a.m.to 3 p.m.

At Lied Lodge:
• Savor a chef-inspired meal with sweeping views of Arbor Day Farm.
• Board the festival trolley between Arbor Day Farm venues, Steinhart Lodge parking lot, and Nebraska City High School Parking Lot.

Hoping to stay overnight at Lied Lodge? Rooms sell out quickly in the fall season, but please call our Reservations Team to check the latest availability: 800-546-5433.

 

Civil War Reenactment at Arbor Lodge

Join us at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park on June 25 & 26, as Civil War reenactors return to Nebraska City. View a Civil War encampment throughout the weekend complete with programs and demonstrations.

On Saturday, The First Nebraska Infantry, Company A will setup camp at Arbor Lodge and join other demonstrators for activities at Nebraska City’s Civil War Museum. Sunday, view various demonstrations and share in the history at their encampment.

The 52-room mansion is open for self-guided tours and fun Civil War era activities; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 children (age 3-12). Questions? Call Arbor Lodge at (402) 873-7222.

Celebrate Father’s Day at Arbor Lodge

Your dad will appreciate the celebration of “All Things Manly” at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19.
•Historic Vehicles from the Nebraska and Iowa Studebaker and Hudson Clubs
•Leathercraft demonstrations by Tandy Leather Company
•Antique razor display
•Display of Morton family photographs and letters

The 52-room mansion is open for tours on Father’s Day from 11am-5pm; mansion admission is $8 adults, $6 children (age 3-12). Questions? Call Arbor Lodge at (402) 873-7222.

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm

Show Mom how much you care with a visit to Arbor Day Farm in Nebraska City. Here are a few ways to make Mother’s Day memorable this year:

  • Enjoy a decadent Mother’s Day Brunch on Sunday, May 13, served 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Timber Dining Room at Lied Lodge. Call 402-873-8740 for your reservation.
  • Take Mom on a nature hike filled with flowering trees and fresh air at Arbor Day Farm Tree Adventure and tour the 52-room historic mansion at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park. Spring Hours: Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sundays 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission applies.
  • Soothe her spirit with a spa treatment at Lied Lodge. View the spa menu and request an appointment online. Call 800- 546-5433.

Arbor Day Celebration 2016 at Arbor Day Farm

Celebrate the tree planter’s holiday where it all began — right here at Arbor Day Farm, Nebraska City.

Celebrate at Arbor Day Farm:
All across this 260-acre campus, opportunities abound to play, learn, taste, and shop – all in celebration of trees.

At the Tree Adventure, open 9am to 5pm:
•Tree climbing; music; face painting; assorted hands-on activities and learning opportunities for all ages.
•Climb aboard the Discovery Ride – an informative and fun guided journey into the backwoods of Arbor Day Farm.
•Tree Adventure admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12).
Includes a tree seedling to plant at home.

At the Historic Barns, open Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 10am to 5pm:
Find hand-crafted treasures at the multi-vendor Craft Fair.

At the Apple House Market and Pie Garden, open 9am to 5pm:
Sip Arbor Day Farm’s newest wine varieties while you shop for jams, jellies, salsa, honey, pies, and other tasty treats. Enjoy an apple slushee and light lunch.

At Lied Lodge:
Relax, retreat, and gather together at the all-new Lied Lodge. Fully-updated guest rooms, indoor pool, award-winning restaurant, and on-site spa. For availability and reservations, call 800-546-5433.

Arbor Lodge State Historical Park:

Take an inspiring, up-close look at the life and legacy of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day.

At the Morton Mansion, open 9am to 5pm:
•Explore the 52-room mansion and countless artifacts
•Mansion admission: $8 adults; $6 youth (age 3-12)

Enjoy the full Arbor Day Farm experience with the All-Access Day Pass
•Morton Mansion and Tree Adventure are open Saturday and Sunday 9am to 5pm
•Admission: $15 adults; $11 youth (age 3-12)

Easter Weekend at Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm

Bring the entire family to the all-new Lied Lodge and Arbor Day Farm for a one-of-a-kind Easter weekend getaway.

The Easter Family Fun Package includes an overnight stay at Lied Lodge on Saturday, March 26, plus four tickets to Arbor Day Farm’s Tree Adventure attraction – featuring chicks, bunnies, ducks, lambs, and a seek-and-find egg hunt. Call today for your reservation: 800-546-5433 or reserve it online now.

At Lied Lodge’s Timber Dining Room:
Gather ‘round the table for a scrumptious Easter Sunday Brunch at Lied Lodge’s Timber Dining Room, served 11am-2pm. View the Easter Brunch menu, then call 402-873-8740 to make your dining room reservation.

At the Tree Adventure:
Take a springtime stroll through the woods for family-friendly games, plus a leisurely seek-and-find egg hunt. Children will enjoy chicks, bunnies, ducks, and lambs at the Tree Adventure. Easter activities included with regular Tree Adventure admission. The Tree Adventure is open Easter Saturday, 9am–5pm; Easter Sunday, 12pm–4pm.

At the Apple House Market:
Sip Arbor Day Farm wines and shop for flavorful jams, jellies, salsas, and more. The Pie Garden Cafe is also open for apple pie and other tasty treats.  Open Easter Saturday, 9am-5pm; Easter Sunday, 12pm-4pm.

At Arbor Lodge State Historical Park:
Enjoy a close-up look at the life and legacy of J. Sterling Morton, the founder of Arbor Day. The mansion is open for self-guided tours; admission is $7/adults; $4 youth (age 3-12). Arbor Lodge mansion is open Easter Saturday, 9am–5pm; Easter Sunday, 1pm–4pm.

Watch: “Pure Nebraska,” featuring Arbor Lodge’s Christmas at the Mansion

Tune in — or set your DVR — for some great programming all about Arbor Lodge’s “Christmas at the Mansion” holiday events this month.

KOLN-KGIN 10/11’s “Pure Nebraska” show recently filmed several segments at Nebraska City’s Arbor Lodge mansion, each one highlighting a different aspect of the time-honored traditions and seasonal fun during J. Sterling Morton’s era — and how you can experience them yourself this season at the mansion.

Watch “Pure Nebraska” for Arbor Lodge experts Lucille Sharp and Laura Steinman on the following dates and times, highlighting their vast knowledge on Nebraska City’s crown jewel:

Tuesday, December 8, 2015:
Lucille Sharp on the history of the house; this will be on near the beginning of the show.

Thursday, December 10, 2015:
Laura Steinman on Christmas traditions; this will be on in the middle of the show around 9:30 a.m.

Friday, December 11, 2015:
Laura Steinman discusses the “Christmas at the Mansion” events, available thru December 20 at Arbor Lodge.

Can’t tune in to see the segments? You can also find them archived on the “Pure Nebraska” website — posted by the afternoon of their respective air dates.

Special thanks to the Nebraska Tourism Commission for their support in bringing KOLN-KGIN to Nebraska City for these segments.