Norfolk Area Visitors Bureau

from Nebraska Traveler 2021

Durham Museum

works event. A walking trail surrounds the lake. The lake is a popular fi shing destination and attracts wildlife such as herons and an occasional loon. 1900 W. Maple Ave. (402) 844-2000.

AquaVenture Water Park in Norfolk keeps hot summers cool. The attraction includes a wave pool, zero-entry pool, water walk, blow fi sh slide, body slide, dumping buckets and a concession stand. 715 S. First St. (402) 844-2270.

Downtown Norfolk, called River Point, is an entertainment district with restaurants, shops, galleries, boutiques, live music and other events.

The creativity of Nebraska artists is displayed at the Norfolk Arts Center. The center hosts game nights, workshops and other events. Two large galleries entertain at 305 N. Fifth St. (402) 371-7199.

Divots Conference Center includes a hotel, event center, restaurant, sand volleyball courts and a mini golf course. Entertainers Journey, Cheap Trick and ZZ Top are some of the big names who have thrilled crowds here. Divots Brewery attracts craft beer afi cionados with taps pouring local brews. Visitors seeking the authentic taste of Norfolk can try Mollie’s Irish Red (named for a waitress), Donna’s Raspberry Pilsner (named for the owner) and Northfork Icebreaker, named for the branch of the Elkhorn River where the community was founded. Full-service gourmet restaurant on site. 4200 W. Norfolk Ave. (402) 379-3833.

Black Cow Fat Pig Pub & Steak

might have a funny name, but gourmet cuisine is serious business at 702 W. Norfolk Ave. Live entertainment and knowledgeable bartenders make dining here a memorable experience. (402) 316-4315.

Lot 279 Premium Meat & Spirits features, aged beef from the Albers family ranch, along with beer, wine and cocktails. Regular events include Oyster Night. Much more than a butcher shop. 439 W. Norfolk Ave. (402) 316-3688.

The numbers game continues at The 411 Restaurant and Lounge. This elegant establishment in a historic downtown Norfolk building offers upscale cocktails and dining and is one few downtown restaurants open for breakfast. The dinner menu includes the adult grilled cheese sandwich, shepherd’s pie and a rotating Prairie Harvest weekly feature. The buffalo meatloaf has a stampeding following, and that’s no bull. 411 W. Norfolk Ave. (402) 851-3034.

Franklin’s Bistro offers gourmet and homestyle entrees including steaks and pasta. The king of the sandwich menu is the local favorite Reuben burger. 904 Riverside Blvd. (402) 316-3308.

Aroma Circuit is an Indian restaurant using local and regional produce when