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.
April
Guided Crane Viewing at Rowe
April 1-12 All tours begin at the Iain Nicolson Audubon Center at Rowe Santuary. Pre-registration required. https://rowe.audubon.org/visit/guided-crane-experience
Rowe Family Workshop
April 5 Family-friendly workshop includes an art project and indoor crane viewing. Ideal for families with children under 10 years of age. Pre-registration required. https://rowe.audubon.org/crane-season/crane-season-events
Orchid Quartet
April 5 Orchid Quartet consists of four highly sought after string players who perform and tour with top artists and who regularly record for major record labels, video games and film/television soundtracks. Part of the Kearney Concerts series. 7:30 pm http://kearneyconcerts.org
Concerts At The Merryman
April 8 Larry Gatlin GRAMMY award winning country star performs “Songs and Stories of a Life Well-Lived.” Hits include “All the Gold in California” and “Broken Lady” 7:00 pm https://merrymancenter.org
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KPL Poetry Celebration
April 10 Matt Mason, Nebraska State Poet (2019-2024) April 17 Cowboy Poet Jake Riley April 29 Brad Modlin, UNK Reynolds Chair for Poetry April https://kearney.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=156135 https://kearney.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=156158 https://kearney.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=156358
Fabulous Fridays
April 11 Fabulous Fridays, Common Butterflies, presented by Neil Dankert, Nebraska lepidopterist. 2:00 pm https://www.bchs.us/copy-of-fabulous-fridays-2023
Escape to Margaritaville
April 22-27 Crane River Theater presents Jimmy Buffett’s “Escape to Margaritaville” – an island getaway right here in Kearney! 2:00 & 7:00 pm https://cranerivertheater.org/escape-to-margaritaville/
Healthy Kids Day
April 26 Celebrate Healthy Kids Day at the YMCA. This free community event is packed with fun activities that keep kids active, learning, and developing healthy habits. https://kearneyymca.org/special-programs-healthy-kids-day/
May
MONA Grand Reopening
May 3 MONA The Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) will reopen on Saturday, May 3, 2025. MONA will unveil its revitalized historic building and a brand-new expansion, marking a new chapter for Nebraska’s art and cultural community. 9:30 am – 5:00 pm https://monet.unk.edu/mona/
Jim Witter & Band
May 9 Celebration of hit after hit of Billy Joel with Award winning Canadian recording artist Jim Witter and his incredibly talented band. 7:30 pm http://kearneyconcerts.org
Once Upon A Time
May 22-23 Crane River Theater presents “Once Upon A Time” Celebrating the songs of Disney 7:00 pm Yanney Park https://cranerivertheater.org/once-upon-a-time/