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Discover the UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour in Nebraska
Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, on the campus of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, the UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour offers visitors a guided look inside a working university creamery producing small-batch ice cream and dairy products. Operated as part of UNL’s Department of Food Science and Technology, the facility blends education, research, and production.
Guests explore how milk is pasteurized, blended, churned, and frozen into signature ice cream flavors while learning about food science, dairy safety, and quality control.
Why it’s special: The UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour combines real dairy production with academic food science research, making it one of Nebraska’s most educational and delicious campus experiences.
History & Story of the UNL Dairy Store
The UNL Dairy Store has been serving handcrafted ice cream for decades as part of the university’s agricultural and food science programs. What began as a student training facility evolved into a beloved Lincoln destination known for inventive flavors and high-quality dairy products.
The creamery continues to support hands-on student learning while supplying fresh ice cream to the campus and public.
What You’ll See & Do on the UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour
• Learn about the ice cream production process, from milk to freezer
• View pasteurization and mixing equipment
• Discover how flavors and mix-ins are developed
• Explore the role of food science in dairy production
• Enjoy fresh ice cream tastings (included)
Hands-On Elements: Guided tastings included; production equipment access is observation-only.
Photo/Video Policy: Photography is permitted in designated viewing areas.
Souvenirs & Extras: Fresh ice cream scoops, pints to-go, branded merchandise, and dairy-related products available for purchase.
Pricing of the UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour
Adult price: $5 per adult
Tour admission typically includes an educational walkthrough and ice cream tasting.
Visiting information for UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour
Duration: 30–45 minutes
Age limits: All ages welcome
Accessibility: Fully accessible campus facility
Working Hours: Monday–Friday 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM; Saturday 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM; Sunday Closed
Advance reservations are recommended for group tours and school visits.
Nearby attractions to UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour
• University of Nebraska–Lincoln Campus
• Nebraska State Capitol
• Sheldon Museum of Art
FAQs About Visiting the UNL Dairy Store Creamery Tour
Is this a real working creamery?
Yes. The UNL Dairy Store operates as a functioning production facility connected to the university’s food science program.
Are ice cream samples included in the tour?
Yes. Guests typically receive tasting samples as part of the experience.
Do students help produce the ice cream?
Yes. The facility serves as a teaching and research space for students studying food science and dairy production.
Can visitors purchase ice cream after the tour?
Yes. Fresh scoops and packaged pints are available for purchase in the Dairy Store.
Is the creamery located on the UNL campus?
Yes. It is situated on the University of Nebraska–Lincoln campus in Lincoln.
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