The State Capitol of Nebraska
 

Welcome to Lamar of Lincoln! Lamar Advertising Company is one of the nation's largest outdoor advertising corporations currently operating more than 150 outdoor advertising companies in more than 40 states and Puerto Rico. Lamar operates more than 149,000 billboards and has more than 75 transit franchises that reach driving audiences in 18 states and two provinces through displays on bus shelters, benches and buses. With 97,500 logo sign displays, Lamar is also the nation's leader in the highway logo sign business, with operations in 19 of the 25 states that have privatized their logo programs as well as in the province of Ontario, Canada. Outdoor advertising is one of the world's oldest advertising media and today it is healthier than ever. Our audience, the driving public, has increased steadily over the past 30 years. Since 1970, the US population has increased by 25%. At the same time, the number of vehicles on the road has increased by 147%. At Lamar, our talented design staff uses state-of-the-art technology to help you prepare eye-catching creative designs. We can strategically place your advertisements throughout your market using software that allows us to reach the demographic segments of your target audience.

The city of Lincoln was founded in 1867 and has served as the State Capitol ever since. The city was named after our nation's 16th President, Abraham Lincoln. Lincoln originated as the town of Lancaster with approximately 30 residents. In 1869, Lincoln began to experience explosive growth with the arrival of The Burlington Railroad and The University of Nebraska.

As Lincoln grew, several other colleges and universities began to spring up in the area. Townships were eventually built around these schools, and in time, became part of Lincoln. Higher education has always been an integral part of Lincoln's history and growth.

The population continued to expand in the latter part of the 19th Century as Lincoln became a hub for State Government, homesteading, education, agriculture and insurance. The insurance industry continues to be one of the area's most important businesses with several companies using Lincoln as the center for their operations.

Lincoln's rich history and significance in the colonization of the Midwest are still apparent today. The Historic Haymarket section of the city has been preserved and renovated. The area once served as a regional trade center where farmers could congregate and market their products. This tradition is still alive today as people gather at The Farmer's Market and enjoy an eclectic mix of produce and homemade goods.

The City of Lincoln continues to be one of the fastest growing cities in the Midwest. It is an excellent place to live and work. Lincoln's economic prosperity and future growth are just a couple reasons why this is such a wonderful market. Please click on the "About Lincoln" link for further information on current demographics.