Kearney Cultural Partners

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 Archway

Share an epic adventure in American history that your whole family will enjoy.

Audubon's Rowe Sanctuary

Focused on the conservation of the Platte River ecosystem and the birds that rely on it.

The Bricks, Downtown Kearney

Come experience some of the best dining, shopping, and entertainment in Kearney!

Buffalo County Historical Society/Trails & Rails Museum

Preserving our past, moving toward our future.

Classic Car Collection

An entertaining, artful perspective on the major role that the automobile has played in our history, culture, industry, and innovation.

Crane River Theater

Breathtaking scenery, award-winning costumes, artful direction, and Broadway-caliber talent right here in Kearney!

G.W. Frank Museum of History & Culture

Located in a beautiful 1890 Gilded Age mansion, we offer a unique window into local history.

Kearney Area Arts Council

Since 1976, KAAC has promoted the arts in our community through Concerts in the Park, scholarships, and funding local arts events.

Kearney Area Children's Museum

We inspire play, exploration, and discovery through interactive experiences.

Kearney Artist Guild

Enhancing the creative art experience in Kearney with 50+ years of Art In The Park.

Kearney Community Theatre

Now in our 44th year entertaining, educating, and inspiring the public through theatrical arts, for the community, by the community!

Kearney Concert Association

Bringing Great Performances To Central Nebraska Since 1948.

Kearney Creates

We chronicle and celebrate the outpouring of creativity unique to the heart of Kearney Nebraska.

Kearney Family YMCA

Discover the Creative Arts at the Y.

Kearney Public Library

Books, technology, and a makerspace to spark your imagination and feed your mind!

Kearney Symphony Orchestra

Creating musical traditions for over 100 years.

Merryman Performing Arts Center

Serving Central Nebraska as a regional cultural center, this historical theater presents exceptional nationally touring music, theater, and family programming.

Museum of Nebraska Art

Where the power of art captures the spirit of Nebraska.

Nebraska Firefighters Museum

Dedicated to the importance of fire prevention and to the courageous firefighters of Nebraska – past, present, and future.

Prairie Art Brothers

Poetry on the prairie.

UNK Theatre & Dance

A place for young artisans to learn and express their love of theatre & dance.

The World Theatre

See classic, family, and independent films in Downtown Kearney.
Kearney YMCA Creative Arts Students Rowe Sanctuary Crane River Theater Kearney Artist Guild

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.

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.

October

Kearney Symphony Orchestra

October 15 First concert of KSO’s 119th season, Alison Gaines, conductor. “All-American Homecoming” – featuring “Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue” with Nathan Buckner, pianist. https://www.unk.edu/kso

MONA & The World Theatre

October 17 Join us for a FREE showing of the movie “Coco” 6:00 p.m. – Special Presentation in celebration of Day of the Dead (Dia De Los Muertos) | 7:00 p.m. – “Coco” https://mona.unk.edu/mona/education-events/public-programs/

Rowe Sanctuary

October 20 FREE Public Event at Yanney Park. Crafts, live raptors, candle-lit hike, face painting, owl pellet dissection, glow-in-the-dark scavenger hunt and more. https://rowe.audubon.org/events/fall-nature-festival

Kearney Concert Association

October 28 Celebrating 100 years of Gershwin’s Rhapsody In Blue with 12 piece big band led by trumpet virtuoso Jens Lindemann plus other great swing tunes. http://kearneyconcerts.org

November

Kearney Artist Guild

Kearney Artist Guild

November 2 & 3 FREE admission. 20 local, talented ARTISTS will present their creations for your viewing pleasure with an opportunity to purchase. Bring a friend! https://www.kearneyartistguild.com/calendar-events

Kearney Public Library

November 13 Dr. Linda Van Ingen will be presenting “Are Women New to Politics: Nebraska Women as a Case Study”- Brown Bag History Series. https://cityofkearney.org/1913/Brown-Bag-History-Series

Kearney Concert Association

November 25 Nayo Jones, a New Orleans regular, is a vocal jazz virtuoso who’s been compared to Natalie Cole, Nancy Wilson, even Whitney Houston. She’ll be backed by a 3-piece band. http://kearneyconcerts.org

Kearney Family YMCA

November 28 Annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day! Gobble Wobble (12 and under), 2 mile and 5 mile races! Bring your pup for a chance to win our TOP DOG award. Registration required. https://raceroster.com/events/2024/91388/kearney-family-ymca-turkey-trot-and-gobble-wobble