McCook

McCook is a charming town in southwestern Nebraska, about an hour south of North Platte. With a population of less than 8,000, it has a charming small-town feel while being close enough to a large city to provide residents with easy access to everything they require. McCook has something for everyone, whether you enjoy art, history, food, cultural events, or outdoor activities. Everywhere you look in this charming little town, there are historic sites. Since its opening in 1927, the historic Fox Theatre, for example, has been a part of the McCook landscape. It was once a movie theater but is now a performing arts venue.

The Museum of the High Plains is one of McCook's most popular historic attractions. It features WWII exhibits, Native American artifacts, antique cars, and even old-fashioned businesses such as a pharmacy and a general store. The museum also includes the town's beautiful Carnegie Library, which was built in 1907. Some former McCook residents' names may be familiar to you. Former Nebraska senator George Norris and former governor Ben Nelson both grew up in McCook, and their former homes have been turned into memorials to these well-known politicians.

The Sutton House, a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Prairie School-style home built in 1908, is another unexpected attraction here. When it was built, it was one of the largest and most opulent homes in the area, and it remains a lovely example of Wright's distinctive architectural style. Please keep in mind that this is a private residence, so please stay on the sidewalk while admiring its beauty. The Red Willow County Fair is also held in McCook. This annual festival honors everything wonderful about the town, county, and state, from its people to its agriculture, and so much more.