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camps. The Fieldhouse and Driving Range,1502 Airport Road, host indoor soccer matches and practices as well as a variety of other planned activities. The Racquet Center, 1110 Park St., features four tennis courts and eight pickleball courts. This facility is free and open to the public. The Orthman Community YMCA, 1207 N. Grant St., provides many programs that build a healthy spirit, mind and body for all. The YMCA also hosts numerous community events throughout the year. Veterans Memorial Pavilion and Amphitheater Completed in 2023, Lexington’s Veterans Pavilion and Amphitheater is the culmination of years of work and fundraising by the Lexington Veterans Memorial Committee. The pavilion is located at the south end of Kirkpatrick Memorial Park near Seventh and Taft streets. It is surrounded by a pentagon-shaped paved walking path. Each corner of the pentagon features a lighted kiosk that presents tributes and information for the five branches of the military (Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force and Coast Guard). There is also a Memorial Wall of engraved bricks to memorialize veterans. The pavilion boasts ample parking and the whole complex is handicapped accessible. The amphitheater and seating area are sure to become a favorite entertainment spot for years to come.
Veterans Memorial Pavilion and Ampitheater
Eastlawn, Eastlawn Addition, Eastlawn East: Ground level entrances, laundry facilities & more! Scattered Site Homes & Pioneer Homes: 2, 3 and 4 Bedrooms for eligible families! Voucher Rental Assistance: or stop in at the office for guidance www.lexhousing.com Providing Affordable Housing for all people that meet eligibility requirements. Applications can be made at LEXINGTON HOUSING AUTHORITY 308-324-4633 609 East Third Street, Lexington, NE Spring Creek. Enjoy wines, hard ciders, craft beers as well as walking trails, creekside fire pits and quaint cottages. Race fans can enjoy fast family fun on Sundays starting in March at the Dawson County Raceway. It’s at 1000 Plum Creek Parkway. Museums Three museums showcase the intriguing history of Lexington and Dawson County. Aircraft, tanks and trucks make up the approximately 100 vehicles restored at the Heartland Museum of Military Vehicles, near the northeast exit 237 of Interstate 80. Much of this museum is hands-on, with many of the vehicles available for patrons to touch or even sit in. Historic aircraft, pioneer implements, railroad artifacts and tons of Lexington and Dawson County history are preserved at the Dawson County Historical Museum,
805 Taft Street. Exhibits outside the main museum building include a rural schoolhouse, log cabin and historic church. The Dawson County Children’s Museum is located at 701 Plum Creek Parkway in Lexington. It offers children and adults the opportunity to explore areas of science, math, social studies and fine arts through free play, exploration and demonstration. Biking, Hiking and Sports Facilities Hiking/biking trails are a popular recreational activity with several trails completed in Lexington as well as the Johnson Lake Trails, southwest of the city. Johnson Lake Trails is fast becoming a hike/bike destination for users from across the state. The Optimist Hitting Complex, 1601 W. 13th St., is an indoor hitting facility where future baseball and softball players can practice and participate in lessons and
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