Hasting's first cemetery contains sculpture commemorating Oregon Trail travelers who passed through the area in the 1800s. Swim, boat, jet-ski, fish, picnic, or cruise around this lake at the north edge of Hastings. An antique shoe shine chair and photos depicting Hastings' early history are displayed alongside the world map with clocks set for Tokyo, San Francisco, Hastings, New York, and Moscow time. The Aspen Art Gallery features sculpture, prints, paintings and art of Herb Minery and other regional artists in the halls and inside the Backrib Lounge. All are located at 2727 W. 2nd.
Kids love the playground equipment and free wading pool.
This site along Hiway 6 just east of Hastings was chosen for the largest WWII ammunitions plant because if its central location and excellent railway connections. View over 10 miles of storage bunkers, covered walkways, and buildings where ammo was manufactured. There is no charge to view these sites.