Memorial Stadium, Lincoln

Name: Memorial Stadium
Address: Lincoln, United States
Telephone: +1 402-472-4224

#1 among attractions in Lincoln

Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums, Football

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Facts and practical information

Memorial Stadium, a bastion of American college football, stands proudly in the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska. Home to the University of Nebraska's Cornhuskers, the stadium has been an iconic landmark since its inauguration in 1923. With a seating capacity that swells over 85,000, it transforms on game days into the state's third largest 'city' as fans clad in scarlet and cream flood its stands.

Not merely a venue for sports, Memorial Stadium carries a poignant legacy, originally dedicated to the Nebraskans who served and fell in World Wars I and II, and later honoring those from the Korean and Vietnam Wars. This tribute is etched into the very fabric of the stadium, with inscriptions ensuring that the memory of these individuals is forever intertwined with the spirit of competition and camaraderie that the stadium fosters.

For tourists, a visit to Memorial Stadium is a dive into the fervor of collegiate athletics. The atmosphere on game days is electric, with the roar of the crowd and the pageantry of college traditions. Visitors can explore the stadium's impressive facade, the HuskerVision screens, and the storied corridors filled with displays celebrating decades of football history.

Even when the Cornhuskers aren't playing, the stadium offers tours that provide an insider's look at the press box, luxury suites, and the field itself. Fans of sports and history alike will find something to appreciate at Memorial Stadium. Just be sure to check the schedule in advance and consider booking a guided tour for the full experience.

Alternative names: Capacity: 85.5 thous.Coordinates: 40°49'14"N, 96°42'20"W

Address

Lincoln United States

Contact

+1 402-472-4224

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Day trips

Memorial Stadium – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Haymarket Park, Pinnacle Bank Arena, Nebraska State Historical Society Building, University of Nebraska State Museum.

0.4 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Outdoor activities
Haymarket Park, Lincoln
12 min walk • Hawks Field at Haymarket Park is a baseball stadium in the Haymarket District of Lincoln, Nebraska. It is less than a mile west of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and is the home venue of the school's baseball team and the American Association's Lincoln Saltdogs.
0.4 miSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln
11 min walk • Pinnacle Bank Arena is a 15,500-seat indoor arena in the West Haymarket District of Lincoln, Nebraska. It was completed in 2013 and replaced the Bob Devaney Sports Center as the home of the University of Nebraska's men's and women's basketball teams.
0.4 miSE
Museum, Modernist architecture
Nebraska State Historical Society Building, Lincoln
10 min walk • The Nebraska State Historical Society Building is a historic two-story building in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was built by Olson Construction in 1953 to house the Nebraska State Historical Society, founded in 1878. It was designed in the Moderne style by architect Ellery Lothrop Davis.
~1050 ftE
Museum, Natural history museum
University of Nebraska State Museum, Lincoln
6 min walk • The University of Nebraska State Museum, also known as Morrill Hall, founded in 1871, is a natural history museum featuring Nebraska biodiversity, paleontology, and cultural diversity, located on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln City Campus near the corner of 14th and Vine Streets in Lincoln, Nebraska, United States.
~850 ftE
Tower
Mueller Tower, Lincoln
5 min walk • The Mueller Tower is a historic 84-foot bell tower on the campus of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was built in 1949, and it is named for alumnus Ralph S. Mueller.
~1180 ftS
Museum, Art museum
Sheldon Museum of Art, Lincoln
6 min walk • The Sheldon Museum of Art is an art museum in the city of Lincoln, in the state of Nebraska in the Midwestern United States. Its collection focuses on 19th- and 20th-century art.
~1580 ftS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Lied Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln
8 min walk • The Lied Center for Performing Arts is a performing arts facility located in Lincoln, Nebraska, United States that opened in 1990. Part of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, it is used for events such as orchestra, theatre, and speakers.
0.5 miS
Gothic Revival architecture
Gold and Company Store Building, Lincoln
13 min walk • The Gold and Company Store Building is a historic commercial building in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was built in 1924 for the Gold and Company Store, co-founded by William Gold and later managed by his son Nathan, until its 1964 merger with J. L. Brandeis and Sons. The building was designed in the Gothic Revival and Art Deco styles.
~1670 ftSE
Cinema, Nightlife
Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center, Lincoln
9 min walk • The Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center is a two-screen theatre located on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus that commonly shows a wide variety of documentaries, independent cinema, and international films in the United States of America.
0.5 miS
Skyscraper
Burr Block, Lincoln
13 min walk • The Burr Block, at 1206 O St. in Lincoln, Nebraska, is a long-salient building which was built in 1887 and later expanded to become a skyscraper. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.
~1850 ftS
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
Great Plains Art Museum, Lincoln
9 min walk • The Great Plains Art Museum is a fine arts museum located in Lincoln, Nebraska that is dedicated to the arts of the Great Plains in the United States.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Memorial Stadium open?

Memorial Stadium is open:

Monday 8 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 8 pm
Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
Friday 8 am - 8 pm
Saturday 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday 8 am - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Memorial Stadium?

Nearby attractions include Mueller Tower, Lincoln (5 min walk), University of Nebraska State Museum, Lincoln (6 min walk), Sheldon Museum of Art, Lincoln (6 min walk), Old University Library, Lincoln (6 min walk).

How to get to Memorial Stadium by public transport?

The nearest stations to Memorial Stadium:

Bus

Gold's- 11th Street • Lines: 13 (14 min walk)

Train

Lincoln (14 min walk)