Interstate 80 Travel Guide
...An Exit by Exit Information Guide for the Traveler.

I-80 EXIT 332 -- AURORA, NEBRASKA

Historic Homes District
Discovery Begins in Aurora, 
Nebraska
...A place where nature, history, technology and discovery open like the endless sky.

Just two minutes from Interstate 80 is the Edgerton Explorit Center and the Plainsman Museum. The Explorit Center, (Nebraska's Hands-on Science Center) is a tribute to Dr. Harold Edgerton, father of electronic flash photography and internationally renowned educator, explorer and scientist.

The Plainsman Museum tells the story of life on the plains for the past 150 years. It houses several period homes, an exceptional doll collection, 19th Century firearms, antique toys plus vintage ag equipment.

CAMPING - RESTAURANTS - MOTELS
2 minutes north of I-80, exit 332

For a free brochure or additional information, call: The Aurora Chamber of Commerce 402-694-6911


Ad paid for by The Hamilton County Visitors Committee
Milk Drop Coronet
Scientist, Dr. Harold Edgerton photographed the Milk Drop Coronet in 1952

Edgerton Explorit Center
The Edgerton Explorit Center provides fun, hands-on learning opportunities and interactive displays.

The Plainsman Museum The Plainsman Museum houses several period homes, including this original sod house.


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