Travel Destinations Nebraska Top Things to Do in Brownville, Nebraska The former pioneer hub recalls its heyday in nine museums and other attractions honoring the past; 30 minutes south of Nebraska City. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 21, 2022 Whiskey Run Creek Vineyard and Winery. Photo: Jay Wilde Do Brownville Village Theatre Students stage summer productions in an old church at Brownville Village Theatre, one of the oldest community theaters in Nebraska. Captain Meriwether Lewis Dredge and Missouri River History Museum One of about a dozen small area museums, this 1931 dredging vessel honors the town's roots. The Spirit of Brownville Bird-watching and chatting with the captain about Missouri River history fill 90-minute dinner cruises. Whiskey Run Creek Winery and Distillery Sample wines in the vintner's tasting room, a century-old barn spanning Whiskey Run Creek's namesake waterway. Eat and Drink Brownville Lyceum Cafe Diners find comfort food like beef tips and gravy or loaded baked potatoes served in this cafe inside an 1850s building. Stay The River Inn Resort This former casino riverboat is now an 18-room floating hotel. For more information visit brownville-ne.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit