Lincoln Haymarket District
1867The Haymarket District in Lincoln was the city's original warehouse and railroad hub, nearly demolished in the 1980s before a citizen-led campaign saved and revitalized the historic brick buildings.
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Lincoln, Nebraska, a city known as the state capital and home to the University of Nebraska, has a notable connection to music. While it is recognized for its vibrant campus life and the Nebraska Cornhuskers football team, Lincoln has also been home to 59 artists across various genres. Five songs in our collection mention Lincoln, including "Nebraska" by Bruce Springsteen and "We Didn't Start the Fire" by Billy Joel.
Many artists have called Lincoln home, contributing to its musical landscape. Among them are the rock band They Might Be Giants and pop artist James Valentine. The city has a history of live music, with venues like The Bourbon Theatre and The Zoo Bar.
Music in Lincoln
Songs About Lincoln
Egg & Daughter Nite, Lincoln Nebraska, 1967 (Crazy Bone)
John Prine
"Egg & Daughter Nite, Lincoln Nebraska, 1967"
Colder Weather
Zac Brown Band
"At a truck stop diner just outside of Lincoln"
Nebraska
Bruce Springsteen
"From the town of Lincoln, Nebraska"
Dark Cloud
J.R. Carroll
"'Cause I've heard it said that Lincoln's like the Tulsa of Nebraska"
The Nebraska Song
Sawyer Brown
"I'm college bound for Lincoln"
Texas Longhorn
Django Walker
"So long Nebraska, guess we beat you too much"
Oughta Get Drunk
Josh Abbott Band
"Luckenbach, Lincoln, Nebraska"
Southside Da Realist
Big Tuck
"Niggas up in Lincoln ride candy red toys"
Hannah Hunt
Vampire Weekend
"And we glided on through Waverly and Lincoln"
We Didn’t Start the Fire
Billy Joel
"Starkweather Homicide"
Artists From Lincoln
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Maximilian
indie
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They Might Be Giants
rock
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Filter
rock
J
Joshua James
americana
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Remedy Drive
gospel
J
John Schlitt
gospel
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Matthew Sweet
indie
J
James Valentine
pop
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For Against
rock
T
The Wildwoods
folk
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Eagle Seagull
rock
Z
Zager & Evans
rock
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VOTA
rock
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Laura Love
folk
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PROBLEMS
indie
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Pattie Gonia
electronic
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Anna McClellan
indie
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Lullaby for the Working Class
indie
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The Cutouts
rock
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UUVVWWZ
electronic
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Rivers & Roads in Song near Lincoln
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Lincoln.
History of Lincoln
Things to Do in Lincoln
Everything Near Lincoln
9 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
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Lincoln, NE
· Local history
Lincoln, Nebraska, sits at 1,171 feet above sea level. The air is noticeably crisp, a feeling that might have invigorated a young Hilary Swank as she dreamed of Hollywood. Born in Lincoln, Swank went on to win two…
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Nebraska State Capitol
· 0.4 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Ever seen a state capitol that looks like a skyscraper? That's Nebraska for you! Construction on this unique building started in 1922 and wrapped up in 1932. Architect Bertram Goodhue designed it to be more than just a…
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Haymarket District (Lincoln, Nebraska)
· 0.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine this spot in 1874, a bustling hub where farmers brought hay and other goods to market. That's how the Haymarket got its name! This area quickly became a vital commercial center for Lincoln, Nebraska. Warehouses,…
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Chicago, Burlington and Quincy 710
· 0.5 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Imagine standing trackside as a steam engine thunders past, a metal horse connecting Nebraska to the world. That's the spirit of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy 710, a preserved locomotive right here in Lincoln.Built…
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Lincoln Haymarket District
· 0.6 mi · Historic District
The Haymarket District in Lincoln was the city's original warehouse and railroad hub, nearly demolished in the 1980s before a citizen-led campaign saved and revitalized the historic brick buildings.
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Thomas P. Kennard House
· 0.6 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over here for a second – you're looking at a piece of Nebraska history. This is the Thomas P. Kennard House, the oldest building left in Lincoln's original town plat. It's more than just an old house; it's tied to…
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John M. Thayer House
· 1.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a second – this house is where a true Nebraska pioneer lived! John Milton Thayer was a force to be reckoned with. He wasn't just any politician; Thayer was a Civil War general who led troops in key…
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James D. Calhoun House
· 1.2 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Believe it or not, this beautiful house was built for a former Confederate soldier. James D. Calhoun served in the Confederate States Army during the Civil War of 1861 to 1865. After the war, he moved to Nebraska and…
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William Jennings Bryan House (Lincoln, Nebraska)
· 3.1 mi · Scraped Hmdb
Pull over for a minute and imagine a fiery orator pacing the porch of that house – it's Fairview, the home of William Jennings Bryan. He was a three-time presidential candidate! Bryan, a lawyer and politician, built…
