Smokes, Booze, and Chicks: The Hastings Vice Tour
Step back in time and discover the darker side of Hastings’ past on this FREE 2-hour walking tour of downtown. From bustling cigar factories to the shadowy days of Prohibition, you’ll hear stories of speakeasies, saloons, and secret backrooms where gambling and other vices thrived. The tour also sheds light on the lives touched by crime and corruption, painting a vivid picture of our city’s more colorful and controversial chapters.
Guided by museum staff, this experience offers a fascinating look at the hidden corners of Hastings history you won’t find in textbooks. 🥃🚬🎲💃
No RSVP is required for History on Foot. We hope you join us!
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What if it rains? This program is weather-dependent. If it is cancelled due to inclement weather, we will post that update on our website and Facebook page.
When: September 18th, 19th, 21st
Where: Downtown Hastings
Who: Due to subject matter, younger historians are not encouraged to attend. (21+)
Price: Free-will donation
Event Venue
1330 N Burlington Ave, Hastings, NE, United States, Nebraska 68901