This welcoming Nebraska community blends tree-lined streets, rich railroad history, affordable living, and a downtown where familiar faces quickly become familiar friends. Markers nearby also honor the Oregon Trail and Pony Express routes that once passed through this region of Nebraska. Affordable Comfort BeckonsStretching your retirement budget without sacrificing quality of life sounds like a dream, but in Hastings it is simply Tuesday. Cultural Riches And Community SpiritAt the center of the cultural scene stands the Hastings Museum, the largest municipal museum between Chicago and Denver. The Hastings Museum runs educational programs and planetarium shows that spark genuine curiosity about science and history.