Discovering the Hidden Wonders of Nebraska – Fascinating Facts to Astonish You
Nebraska is known as the Cornhusker State due to its ample corn production.
Nebraska is home to the largest indoor rainforest in the United States, located at the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha.
The world’s largest mammoth fossil was discovered in Nebraska.
Nebraska has the highest number of miles of river than any other state in the U.S.
The state motto of Nebraska is Equality before the law.
Nebraska is the birthplace of Kool-Aid, invented by Edwin Perkins in 19
7. Omaha, Nebraska, is the birthplace of the Reuben sandwich.
Nebraska has more miles of railroad than any other state.
Nebraska has the only publicly-owned thoroughbred horse racing track in the U.S.
Nebraska is home to Chimney Rock, a prominent landmark on the Oregon Trail.
Nebraska has the largest hand-planted forest in the U.S.
The largest underground aquifer in the U.S., the Ogallala Aquifer, lies beneath parts of Nebraska.
Nebraska is known for its beautiful and vast sand dunes, the largest of which is located at the Nebraska Sandhills.
Nebraska has more underground missile silos than any other state.
Nebraska is the only state in the U.S. with a unicameral legislature.
Nebraska is the birthplace of the 37th President of the United States, Richard Nixon.
Nebraska celebrates Arbor Day as a state holiday and it was first observed in Nebraska City in 1872.
Nebraska is home to the world’s largest train yard, located in North Platte.
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The University of Nebraska was the first institution west of the Mississippi River to offer an undergraduate degree in architecture.
Nebraska has the highest population of Sandhill cranes during their migration.
Nebraska’s state capital, Lincoln, was named after Abraham Lincoln.
Nebraska held the world record for the largest hamburger for almost 10 years before it was surpassed.
The largest hailstone ever recorded in the U.S., weighing almost 2 pounds, fell in Nebraska.
Nebraska has the largest indigenous Sandhills prairie in the world.
Nebraska is the only state to have two separate population centers: Omaha and Lincoln.
Nebraska has more miles of river than any other state.
The longest river in Nebraska is the Missouri River, which forms the state’s eastern border.
Nebraska is home to the Great Platte River Road Archway, a museum and monument showcasing the history of the Oregon Trail and the Great Platte River Road.
Nebraska has one of the largest Czech-American populations in the country.
The world-famous Omaha Steaks originated in Nebraska.
Nebraska has the largest indoor rodeo arena in the U.S., located in North Platte.
Nebraska has the largest concentration of public power districts in the U.S.
Nebraska is home to the Strategic Air Command Museum, which houses military aircraft and exhibits.
Nebraska is one of the leading states in the production of beef and corn.
Nebraska is known for its breathtaking sunsets and wide-open skies.
Nebraska is one of the top states for wind energy production.
Nebraska is home to the largest sandhill crane migration in the world.
Nebraska has the largest Amish community west of the Mississippi River.
Nebraska has the second-largest population of bald eagles during their winter migratory season.
Nebraska was the birthplace of the 42nd President of the United States, Bill Clinton.
Nebraska is famous for its scenic byways, including the Sandhills Journey Scenic Byway and the Lewis and Clark Scenic Byway.
Nebraska has the largest indoor rainforest exhibit in the world, called the Lied Jungle.
Nebraska has the only museum dedicated to the U.S. Strategic Air Command and military aviation history.
Nebraska is known for its rich agricultural heritage, with over 90% of the land being used for farming.
Nebraska’s state flag is one of the few in the U.S. that is not rectangular in shape; it is a pennant shape.