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There are several attractions in the Florence area you might like to visit.  Our attractions also fall into the historic sites category, which has an even larger listing (some sites are not necessarily "attractions").  We also have a large list of historic markers around Florence.  While all of the historic markers could qualify as a historic site, often there is nothing other than a marker left to see.

Here is a list of attractions you shouldn't miss in Florence:

  • Bank of Florence (1856 "Wildcat" bank)    Details
    Designated Omaha Landmark: October 14, 1980.
    8502 North 30th (30th & Willit), (NE-Map)
    Phone: 402-453-4280.
    Open 1 to 5 P.M. Friday and Saturday from June 1st through August 31st.*
    Also open during Florence Days.

  • Florence Depot  This is a handicap symbol  Details
    9000 North 30th Street, (NE-Map)
    Phone: 402-453-4280
    Open 1 to 5 P.M. Friday and Saturday from June 1st through August 31st.*
    Also open during Florence Days.

  • Florence Firehouse    This is a handicap symbol  Details
    8415 North 29th Street, (NE-Map)
    Florence Historical Foundation.

  • Florence Mill, a preservation project, the Winter Quarters Mill Museum and ArtLoft Gallery     Details
    (also known as the Weber Mill, Mormon Mill, Grist Mill, and Old Pink Mill)
    Two historic markers are located at the Florence Mill.
    9102 North 30th Street, (NE-Map)
    Phone: 402-551-1233
    Open 1 to 5 P.M. Tuesday through Sunday from May 1st to September 1st.*
    Tours are also available by appointment at other times by calling 402-551-1233
    Always open during Florence Days.
    National Register of Historic Places, listed December 1998

  • Mormon Bridge    Details
    Located at Interstate 680 and the Missouri River or where I-680 would intersect with John J. Pershing Drive (9520 John J. Pershing Drive NE-Map)

  • Mormon Bridge Tollhouse    Details
    3010 Willit, (NE-Map)
    Managed by: Florence Historical Foundation, commercial business site

  • Mormon Trail Visitors Center at Historic Winter Quarters  This is a handicap symbol    Details
    3215 State Street, (NE-Map)
    Open 9 A.M. to 9 P.M. 402-453-9372

  • Mormon Temple  This is a handicap symbol    Details
    3215 State Street, (NE-Map)
    Open 9 A.M. to 9 P.M. 402-453-3406

  • General Crook House at Fort Omaha    Details
    5730 North 30th Street, (NE-Map)
    Phone: 402-455-9990
    10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Mon-Fri and 1-4 P.M. Sun.

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