The Little Town In Nebraska That Might Just Be The Most Unique Town In The World
Just southwest of Lincoln, in Saline County, is a little island of Europe in the middle of Nebraska. Wilber has been named the Czech Capital of the U.S.A., and the town lives up to that name every day of the year.
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By the beginning of the 20th century, 90 percent of the town's 1250 residents were Czech immigrants or descendants of Czech immigrants.
(This sign says "We welcome you.")
(This bench says "How are you?")
Part of what makes Wilber so unique is this combination of Czech and Great Plains influences. The two cultures have blended seamlessly here.
Lovely flowers line the streets and traditional Czech music plays plays on Main Street.
The Victorian-era hotel promises warm beds, traditional Czech food, and a quiet space for relaxation.
The organization now boasts eight chapters throughout the state.
The town’s Czech Days festival is held on the first weekend of August every year. Mark your calendar for 2017, because this is one of the most fun and immersive cultural festivals in the state.
Have you ever been to Wilber? Tell us all about it in the comments! For some more charming small Nebraska towns, check out this list.
