William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House, Lincoln

Name: William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House
Address: Lincoln, United States

#84 among attractions in Lincoln

Queen Anne architecture

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The William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House is a historic two-and-a-half-story house in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was built in 1889 for William L. Murphy and his wife Sydney, and it was designed in the Queen Anne style. It later belonged to art collector and patron Frances Sheldon, the namesake of the Sheldon Museum of Art. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since November 4, 1994. ()

Architectural style: Queen Anne style architectureCoordinates: 40°48'47"N, 96°41'6"W

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Woods ParkLincoln United States

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Day trips

William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nebraska State Historical Society Building, Lincoln Children's Zoo, Pershing Center, Sunken Gardens.

0.8 miW
Museum, Modernist architecture
Nebraska State Historical Society Building, Lincoln
21 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.
0.9 miS
Zoo, Outdoor activities, Park
Lincoln Children's Zoo, Lincoln
24 min walk • The Lincoln Children's Zoo is a children's zoo located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Designed specifically for children to experience interactive, up-close encounters with all of the zoo's animals, Lincoln Children's Zoo has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
0.7 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Pershing Center, Lincoln
19 min walk • The Pershing Center is a 4,526-seat multi-purpose arena in Lincoln, Nebraska. Although still physically in place, it is no longer in use.
0.8 miS
Park, Garden
Sunken Gardens, Lincoln
20 min walk • The Sunken Gardens was constructed during the winter of 1930-31 in Lincoln, Nebraska. It is the only garden in Nebraska listed in the National Geographic Guide to Public Gardens 300 Best Gardens to Visit in the United States and Canada.
0.8 miW
Park
Centennial Mall, Lincoln
20 min walk • Nebraska's Centennial Mall, also known simply as Centennial Mall, is a seven-block-long public space in Lincoln, Nebraska, stretching from the Nebraska State Capitol building north to the University of Nebraska - Lincoln's city campus.
0.9 miSW
Museum, History museum
Nebraska Governor's Mansion, Lincoln
24 min walk • The Nebraska Governor's Mansion is the official residence of the governor of Nebraska and his family. Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, it is a modified Georgian Colonial home which began operation as the governor's residence on March 17, 1958.
0.8 miSW
Museum, History museum
Thomas P. Kennard House, Lincoln
20 min walk • The Thomas P. Kennard House, also known as the Nebraska Statehood Memorial, is the oldest remaining building in the original plat of Lincoln, Nebraska. Built in 1869, the Italianate house belonged to Thomas P.
1.1 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Lied Center for Performing Arts, Lincoln
27 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.
0.9 miW
40°48'34"N • 96°42'3"W
St. Mary's Catholic Church, Lincoln
23 min walk • Architecture, Church
~1770 ftSW
Museum
Frank H. Woods Telephone Museum, Lincoln
9 min walk • The Frank H. Woods Telephone Museum is located at 2047 "M" Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. Its goal is to educate the general public about the history of the telephone industry. The museum was featured in the 2008 Film Yes Man starring Jim Carrey.
0.8 miSW
Neo-renaissance architecture
William H. Ferguson House, Lincoln
21 min walk • The William H. Ferguson House is a historic two-and-a-half-story house in Lincoln, Nebraska. It was built in 1906-1907 for William H. Ferguson, a landholder, merchant and business owner who died in 1937. It was designed in the Renaissance Revival style.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House?

Nearby attractions include Guy A. Brown House, Lincoln (4 min walk), Royer-Williams House, Lincoln (7 min walk), Frank H. Woods Telephone Museum, Lincoln (9 min walk), Rock Island Depot, Lincoln (11 min walk).

How to get to William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House by public transport?

The nearest stations to William L. and Sydney V. Murphy House:

Train

Train Depot (24 min walk)

Bus

Gold's- 11th Street • Lines: 13 (28 min walk)