Kearney landmark embraces tuberculosis history By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – There’s a lot more to see at the G.W. Frank Museum of History and Culture. A project led by Will Stoutamire restored the historic home on the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus, revived its 60-year history as part of the Nebraska State Hospital for Tuberculosis and reinvented the entire attraction by adding new technology and exhibits. “The goal was to take what has been known … [Read more...]
Regents approve UNK student union renovation project
Chick-fil-A, Starbucks coffee shop proposed for food court KEARNEY – After board approval Friday, the 55-year-old Nebraskan Student Union at University of Nebraska at Kearney will be getting a new look along with new dining options for students and the community. Under plans approved Friday by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents, a proposed multi-phase remodel of the Nebraskan will begin immediately after final design and bid-letting. The planned Union remodel project will … [Read more...]
Frank Museum renovations nearing completion; New hours
By ANDREW HANSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – Expanded hours and nearly $200,000 in ongoing renovations are part of the G.W. Frank Museum of History and Culture’s new rebranding initiative. Located on the University of Nebraska at Kearney’s west campus, the museum now is open from 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and noon to 5 p.m. on weekends. It is closed on Mondays. Rehabilitation work is underway on the museum’s second and third floors. The abatement of lead paint, ceiling … [Read more...]
