Kearney Cultural Partners
The Archway
Audubon's Rowe Sanctuary
The Bricks, Downtown Kearney
Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum
The American Automobile Experience
Crane River Theater
G.W. Frank Museum of History & Culture
Kearney Area Arts Council
Kearney Area Children's Museum
Kearney Artist Guild
Kearney Community Theatre
Kearney Concert Association
Kearney Creates
Kearney Family YMCA
Kearney Public Library
Kearney Symphony Orchestra
Merryman Performing Arts Center
Museum of Nebraska Art
Nebraska Firefighters Museum
Prairie Art Brothers
UNK Theatre & Dance
The World Theatre
About
Kearney
Cultural
Partners
The Kearney Cultural Partners is a group of vital organizations that are dedicated to bringing a rich assortment of art, music, dance, theater, movies, history, literature, and family fun to Kearney residents and visitors all year round.
The Bricks Creative District
Downtown Kearney has been officially certified as Kearney’s very first Nebraska Creative District, thanks to the collaborative efforts of Kearney Cultural Partners! Visit creative-district to discover what the area has to offer.
Monthly Featured Events
We will be featuring KCP members and their events, giving you a chance to meet the partners, see the great events that are planned and help you “Find The Fun” in Kearney.
June
Wildflower Walk
June 4 Join Rowe Sanctuary staff for a FREE hike to examine wildflowers growing in the lowland tallgrass prairies and mixed-grass prairies, and learn more about our conservation goals and management. 7:00-9:00 pm https://rowe.audubon.org/events/wildflower-walk-2
Downtown Kearney Murals Tour
June 5 Enjoy downtown Kearney’s colorful murals while learning a bit of history! Join Elaine Batenhorst from Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum for a new walking tour! Meet at the coffee bar area in the Kearney Public Library. 9:30-11:00 am https://kearney.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=180453
Fishing With First Responders
June 8 This event, which takes place at The Archway Lake, offers a day of fishing for families alongside firefighters, EMS, police officers, and other first responders. Fishing equipment is provided by Nebraska Game and Parks, making it a free event for all participants. 1:00-6:00 pm https://nebraskafirefightersmuseum.org/
Saddle Making
June 13 Fabulous Fridays-Saddle Making presented by Lyle Henderson 2:00 pm Trails & Rails Museum https://www.bchs.us/copy-of-fabulous-fridays-2023
June cont.
Archway 25th Celebration
June 14 Celebrate 25 years with the Archway! 3-9:30 PM. https://visitkearney.org/event/the-archway-25th-anniversary-celebration/
Vaquero: Gensis of the Texas Cowboy
June 1-15 This display comes to us via Texas Humanities and “Dirt, Animals and Good Fun” is a Buffalo County Historical Society exhibit focused on Rodeos in Buffalo County. https://www.bchs.us/events
Platte River Safari Camps
June 16-19, June 23-26 & June 30-July 3 Platte River Safari Camp is a nature day camp where children can learn about the Platte River and other natural areas at Audubon’s Rowe Sanctuary. 8:30 am-12:00 pm, Grades 2-5. https://rowe.audubon.org/events/
The Little Mermaid
June 24-29 Crane River Theater presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” – see this underwater adventure come to life on stage! 2:00 or 7:00 pm, KHS Concert Hall & Theatre https://cranerivertheater.org/the-little-mermaid-2/
July
The Little Mermaid
July 1-2 Crane River Theater presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid” – see this underwater adventure come to life on stage! 7:00 pm, KHS Concert Hall & Theatre https://cranerivertheater.org/the-little-mermaid-2/
Flying Higher-Summer Camp
July 1-10 Grades 6-8
Flying Higher is a hands-on, ecology camp geared for middle school students. 9:00 am-12:00 pm http://app.campdoc.com/register/audubon
Brown Bag History Series
July 9 You are invited to the continuing “Brown Bag” series, hosted by the library, in partnership with the UNK History Department. Feel free to bring your lunch with you. 12:00-1:00 pm, Platte Rooms, Kearney Public Library.
Plein Air on the Bricks / Lois Smith
July 10 Meet outside the Museum to paint the scenery of Downtown Kearney, weather permitting. For anyone interested in exploring plein air painting. Some painting experience will be helpful. For more information and to register https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/r/month/2025/7/1
July cont.
Art In The Park
July 12 KAG presents the 54th Annual Art In The Park. Artists from across the state exhibit and sell their work. The event includes a silent auction, food vendors and activities for kids too. 9:00-5:00 pm, Harmon Park. https://www.kearneyartistguild.com/2018-art-in-the-park
Free Family Fun NIght
July 17 Open to all, no need to be a member. 4:00-7:00 pm. https://kearneychildrensmuseum.org/
Legally Blonde
July 29-Aug 10 Crane River Theater presents “Legally Blonde The Musical” A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. https://cranerivertheater.org/legally-blonde/