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Enjoy fun July events in southeastern state parks

Spend some time this summer in Nebraska’s southeastern state parks. During July, a variety of events are planned for those for all ages and interests.

Don’t forget to purchase a required vehicle park entry permit to enter the state parks. Get one at OutdoorNebraska.gov or at state park entrances.

Patriotic Quilt Display at Arbor Lodge

In celebration of America, and honoring our veterans, Nebraska City Blue Star Mothers will host a display of Quilts of Valor throughout the Arbor Lodge Mansion at Arbor Lodge State Historical Park from July 1-31.

View this collection while also learning about Morton Family veterans and their service.

Go to arbordayfarm.org/experiences/historic-arbor-lodge to find hours and ticket prices.

Call 402-873-7222 for more information.

Arbor Lodge to host Mystery at the Mansion

Come to Arbor Lodge State Historical Park on July 11 and 12 for Mystery at the Manson. This old-fashioned whodunit will take place at Arbor Lodge Mansion from 6:30-8 p.m.

July 11 features Murder at Deadwood Saloon while July 12 features Murder at the Juice Joint.

Solve clues, look for evidence and break the case while mingling. Participants will receive a character to portray as they arrive at the mansion. Adults only. Plan to arrive at the mansion by 6:15 p.m.

Space is limited. Visit the calendar event entry at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov to purchase tickets.

Enjoy stargazing at Eugene T. Mahoney State Park

Come to Eugene T. Mahoney State Park near Ashland on July 12 and enjoy some summer stargazing.

Telescopes will be provided so visitors may get a glimpse at the night sky beginning at dusk. Meet behind the park’s golf shack for this free event from 9-11:30 p.m. Remember to bring camp chairs or blankets.

Celebrate Campfire Christmas in July at Indian Cave SP

For a touch of holiday cheer, bring the family to Indian Cave State Park near Shubert on July 25-26 for the 12th annual Campfire Christmas in July.

The weekend includes tractor-drawn hayrack rides, a Yule Log Quest, Christmas-themed games, water slide, food trucks, Jingle Bell Junk and Craft Market, outdoor movie, campsite-decorating contest, and a visit from Santa.

For a full schedule, see the calendar event entry at Calendar.OutdoorNebraska.gov.


About Jerry Kane

Jerry Kane is the news manager with the Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. He can be contacted at jerry.kane@nebraska.gov or 402-471-5008.

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