The Great Platte River Road Archway, Historical monument over Interstate 80 in Kearney, Nebraska.
The 309-foot-long structure spans across Interstate 80, weighing 1,500 tons and featuring exhibits about the development of transportation in America.
The monument opened in 2000 after a $64 million construction project, marking the routes of pioneers who traveled through the Great Platte River Valley.
The exhibits present dioramas of the Oregon Trail, Mormon Trail, and Pony Express, narrating the stories of westward expansion through multimedia presentations.
The facility operates Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 5 PM and Sunday from noon to 5 PM, with adult admission at $12.
The structure was transported across the highway in one piece during an eight-hour interstate closure, using specialized multi-wheeled transporters.
Location: Kearney
Address: 3060 3060 East 1st Street 68847 Kearney 68847 Kearney
Opening Hours: Lundi-Samedi 09:00-17:00; Dimanche 12:00-17:00
Phone: +13082371000
Website: https://archway.org
GPS coordinates: 40.66997,-99.03847
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:36
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