9 Things Everyone Always Gets Wrong About Nebraska

Nebraska is one of those states that some people like to make fun of. People seem to have the wrong idea about us, and we think it's about time to set the record straight.

1. They think Nebraska is all flat, barren land...

But actually, we've got some pretty impressive landscapes.

2. They think we're all uneducated hicks...

But actually, Nebraska is home to some of the brightest minds in several industries.

3. They think it's nothing but boring here...

But actually, there's always something fun to do, no matter where you are.

4. They think the whole state looks like the view from I-80.

But actually, the real Nebraska looks more like this...

...and this.

5. They think that telephone poles are the only trees we have...

But actually, we've got a national forest, and Nebraska is the home of Arbor Day, the holiday that celebrates trees.

6. They think the whole state is like the movie Boys Town...

But actually, there's a whole wide state out there, from the cities...

...to the natural splendor.

7. They think we're stuck in the past...

But actually, we've got one foot firmly planted in our history and one foot always stepping into the future.

8. They think the real Nebraska is like the movie Nebraska...

But actually, we live full lives in full color.

9. They think no one ends up here on purpose, that we all get stuck here by birth or after attending a Nebraska college...

But actually, we choose to live here because we love it. Really.

See, world? Nebraska is so much more than you realize. We've got a beautiful, fun, vibrant, friendly place here, and there are countless reasons to love our state.

Need more convincing? Here are 15 reasons Nebraska is the very best place to live.