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Kearney (pronounced ˈkɑrni') is the county seat of Buffalo County, Nebraska, United States. It is located near the banks of the Platte River and is located in south central Nebraska. Located squarely at the nation's mid-point, 1,733 miles to Boston and 1,733 miles to San Francisco along US Highway 30 and Interstate 80, Kearney is a crossroads for commerce and culture. Kearney's population is approximately 32,000 people as of 2013. It is home to the University of Nebraska-Kearney. Kearney is also home to the Great Platte River Road Archway which spans more than 300 feet across Interstate 80. In March 2010, the City of Kearney proclaimed Kearney as the Sandhill Crane Capital of the World. For 6 weeks, late February to early April, more than 80% of the world’s population of Sandhill Cranes converges on Nebraska’s Platte River. The Kearney area offers a wide variety of crane viewing experiences. Kearney is filled with historical and cultural museums and family-friendly activities. Unique shopping venues are featured in downtown Kearney, “The Bricks” and at the Hilltop Mall. Tempt your palate with an assortment of restaurants featuring local flare, international, national franchise and good ole Nebraska beef. Local wineries and breweries are a must see when you’re looking to kick back and relax. Entertainment at its finest can be found in Central Nebraska. The Viaero Event Center hosts numerous concerts, events and performances all year round and is home to the Tri-City Storm, a USHL Hockey Team. The Merryman Performing Arts Center and the Kearney Community Theatre offer theatrical and musical entertainment. If you’re not the theatre type, then check out the events calendar for all the different types of happenings in the area. The Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) is the official art museum of the state of Nebraska. The museum is located at 25th Street and Central Avenue in downtown Kearney. This houses the Nebraska Art Collection, which is home to works by artists who were born in Nebraska, have lived in Nebraska, or have some connection to Nebraska. MONA also hosts regular rotating exhibitions by living or historic artists who have some connection with the state of Nebraska. MONA is housed in a historic post office building which was built in 1911. The Neoclassical architecture, marble interiors, and spacious, well-lit rooms add to the attraction. You will find not only historic trails, such as the Oregon, California and Mormon Trails converge through Central Nebraska but the City of Kearney features over 18 miles of trails, a perfect combination for walking, rollerblading, mountain biking or wildlife viewing. Experience over a dozen parks which include disc golf, water parks, and sport complexes and golf courses. Kearney, on average hosts a convention or an event per day and is the number one convention location outside Lincoln and Omaha. Kearney's Top Area Employers are: CHI Good Samaritan Health Systems, University of Nebraska-Kearney, Baldwin Filters, Kearney Public Schools, The Buckle, Cabela's, Cash-Wa Distributing, Eaton Corportation, City of Kearney, Buffalo County, West Pharmaceuticals, Chief Industries, Marshall Engines, Builder's Warehouse, ESU 10, Ace Irrigation, Monsanto, and many others.
