Gary and Susan Glandon have owned and managed the Stagecoach for many years, its true, but our story actually begins years before. Gary’s grandparents, Leon and Mazie Henline along with Jim and Joyce Glandon (Gary’s parents) built our first store in the tiny town of Atlanta, NE in the early 1950’s. Travelers along Highway 6, could stop and rest while enjoying a cherry cider or purchasing a souvenir or two at the Wigwam. The many tourists never failed to visit the Wigwam’s petting zoo, with its many exotic animals and mascot; a miniature bull named Ferdinand. Furthermore, what Nebraska gift shop could be complete without a few stuffed jackalopes?

The Stagecoach itself began in 1973 when Jim and Joyce built a little shop of their own, north of the I-80 corridor. At that time, there were few other businesses around them, just a gas station and a couple of hotels. Today, Kearney has grown tremendously and is surrounded by thriving hotels, restaurants, and convenience stores. What a difference 33 years make!

Times have changed and we no longer have the petting zoo. Instead we carry the finest in Southwestern gifts and souvenirs. Moreover, we have, since the late 70’s, become the premier retailer in Nebraska for Indian Jewelry, including Navajo, Hopi, and Zuni styles. We encourage you to stop by and see our unique selection of gifts and jewelry including, our Black Hills Gold.

Our mission has always been to provide our customers; both local and those just passing through, with hard to find, quality products that will provide lasting memories. Each year, we travel to numerous shows and expos to find these hidden treasures. The most enjoyable and rewarding aspects of our job here at the Stagecoach are the ones where we get to meet the people with whom we do our business and creating lasting friendships with many artisans.

The Stagecoach was started in 1973 by Jim and Joyce Glandon, just north of the 1-80 corridor. At that time there were few other businesses surrounding us, just a couple gas stations and a motel or two. Today, Kearney has grown tremendously and we are surrounded by dozens of motels, restaurants and convenience stores. What a difference 30 some odd years makes!