Things to do
Youth Activities
Tecumseh offers a myriad of organized activities for young people including 4-H, sports, girl and boy scouts and much more. Click below to find photos and contact information for the various activities.
Youth Activities | City Park
Come enjoy a picnic, play tennis & basketball, or watch your kids play in our beautiful city park centrally located between Broadway and Clay Streets and 6th and 8th. Also, relax in our new mini park next to City Hall.
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Homestead National Monument
Located just 37 miles west of Tecumseh, Homestead National Monument of America is one the most famous national landmarks in the country. There is so much to see and do that one day will never be enough. There are activities for adults and kids alike.
| Golfing
The Tecumseh Country Club offers a beautiful 9-hole golf course which is located just west of town. The Club House also provides a place for refreshments and ample space for parties and receptions. Click here to view more about the Tecumseh Golf Course.
Kirkman's Lakeside Golf Course is just a short 45 minutes drive southeast of Tecumseh. For more information, check out their website here. |
Swimming
Swimming, water sports and Red Cross lessons can all be had at the Tecumseh Swimming Pool during the summer months from Memorial Weekend through Labor Day. Stop by 8th and Clay to enjoy the fun.
Click here to view the Pool Page. | Library
Tecumseh City Library is located at 170 Branch Street and provides computer/internet access, meeting space and a large supply of reading material for all ages. To view all the information and activities at the City Library, click here.
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Museums
Johnson County Museum
John Deere Museum
| Tennis & Outdoor Basketball
Tennis and basketball courts are located in the City Park and provide newly lighted areas to enjoy games at the park. Check out the City Park page for more information.
Bowling
Harvest Bowl boasts 7 lanes for bowling, a game room, restaurant and lounge. Come enjoy some open bowling, join a league or meet your friends for Breakfast, Lunch or dinner and a drink in the restaurant or lounge. Call the Harvest Bowl for more details at 402-335-2095.
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Convent House Bed & Breakfast
A most enjoyable experience awaits you at the elegant and restful Convent House Bed & Breakfast, located in the charming village of Steinauer, Nebraska. This historic two-story brick building has been masterfully transformed from a convent to a gracious bed & breakfast. Refurbished hardwood floors and a lovely staircase lead guests through the elegant banquet room, cozy garden room, a dining room, serene chapel, and six beautiful guest rooms on three floors.
| SchillingBridge Winery
Located just 20 minutes south of Tecumseh SchillingBridge Winery offers Nebraska-produced, award-winning wines and hand-crafted microbrews.
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Nearby Hunting
Several State Wildlife Management Areas are located near Tecumseh. They offer abundant acres for hunting deer, pheasant, quail, turkey, dove, rabbit and squirrel. Hickory Ridge, Osage, and Twin Oaks Wildlife Management Areas are all located in Johnson County and total almost 2,500 acres of public hunting ground. State Hunting Permits are required.
| Indian Cave State Park
With over 3,000 acres of rugged acres bordering the Missouri River, Indian Cave is a pristine area for camping, hiking, picnicking, backpacking, and nature and wilderness activities. Located 30 miles east of Tecumseh on 64E, Indian Cave Park offers 22 miles of trails and outdoor attractions for all ages. There is also about 16 miles of horse trails.
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Steamboat Trace Trail
Located approximately 30 miles east of Tecumseh, Steamboat Trace, which has been designated by the National Park Service as part of the Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, consists of 21 miles of abandoned railroad corridor paralleling the Missouri River. The Trail corridor is open year-round, except during firearm deer hunting seasons, for hiking and bicycling. No horses or motorized vehicles allowed.
| Cedar Creek Pottery
Cedar Creek Pottery features the work of Ervin Dixon who makes and displays salt glazed stoneware at his refurbished 1895 Lutheran Church just 30 miles west of Tecumseh on Hwy 136 and 3/4 mile south on 80th Rd. Mr. Dixon's establishment is open Monday -Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information you may call.
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Wirth Brothers Lake
Located just 5 miles north and 1 mile west of Tecumseh, Wirth Brothers Lake offers ample tent camping, fishing access, picnic areas, drinking water, grills and fire rings. The sand beach, swimming area, sand volleyball court and playground provide plenty of activities for the whole family. A new archery range is now open to the public and includes several handicapped accessible targets.
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