Lincoln : Nebraska

Lincoln is the capital of Nebraska and the seat of Lancaster County. Named after President Lincoln it is an important educational, commercial and government center. In the nineteenth century, Lincoln was an important railroad junction for major western routes.. William Jennings Bryan dominated the political life of Lincoln when he ran for president three times. Lincoln has been voted as a "Five Star Community” by Expansion Management magazine in 2003. On one hand Lincoln has the appeal of a small town while on the other it offers a wide variety of cultural and business opportunities like any other big city.
The gentle rolling prairie offers a unique scenic beauty to the city. The western edge of the city lies in the valley of Salt Creek, which flows northeastward to the lower Platte River.

The climate of Lincoln is characterized by warm summers with short periods of humidity in between. Hot temperatures with high winds often cause damage to crops. A change in temperature is noticed in winter due to a Chinook and foehn. Although annual snowfall is approximately 26 inches, it has sometimes exceeded 59 inches.

Area: 75.38 square miles (2000)

Elevation: 1,167 feet above sea level

Latitude: 40.81 N

Longitude: 96.68 W

Average Temperatures: January, 20° F; July, 77° F; annual average, 51° F

Average Annual Precipitation: 28.3 inches of rain; 26 inches of snow

Population: 239,213 as on 2005

Attractions

    * The Nebraska State Capitol Building
    * Folsom Children's Zoo
    * Botanical Gardens

Festivals

    * Farmers Market Craft Fair
    * Haymarket Heydays in June
    * July Jamm- musical fest