Hastings in Adams County, Nebraska — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
The Kool-Aid Man Was Here!
Photographed by Jason Voigt, October 28, 2025
1. The Kool-Aid Man Was Here! Marker
The Kool-Aid Man has famous feet that have helped him bust through countless walls since his 1975 debut. In 2000, Kool-Aid Man had his footprints immortalized in concrete at the world famous Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood. The concrete prints were donated to the City of Hastings by Kraft, now Kraft Heinz. The footprints were first on display at the Adams County Visitors Bureau. When that office moved in 2017, the footprints were relocated to the Hastings Museum. In the tradition of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, we invite you to take your picture with these famous footprints - then come inside and experience the Kool-Aid: Discover the Dream Exhibit!
Kool Stats
6 ft tall
3.6 in thick glass
607.6 gal Cherry Kool-Aid
11,000 lb. when full
Erected by Hastings Museum.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Events. A significant historical year for this entry is 1975.
Location. 40° 35.991′ N, 98° 23.506′ W. Marker is in Hastings, Nebraska, in Adams County. It can be reached from the intersection of North Burlington Avenue (U.S. 281) and West 14th Street. Marker is near the entrance
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Regionally, this marker is in the Smoky Hills and in Eastern Nebraska. It is also in the American Midwest, in the Corn Belt, and on the prairies. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Louisiana Purchase.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The Martin Brothers "A Narrow Escape" (here, next to this marker); The Martin Brothers/Life Cycle of a Monarch Butterfly (a few steps from this marker); Civil War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Medicinal Prairie Plants (within shouting distance of this marker); Submarine Deck Gun/Deck Gun Schematics (within shouting distance of this marker); Highland Park Cemetery (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Replica of the Statue of Liberty (approx. Ό mile away); Central Hastings Historic District (approx. 0.7 miles away). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Jason Voigt, October 28, 2025
2. The Kool-Aid Man Was Here! Marker
Near the entrance of Hastings Museum
Also see . . .
1. Kool-Aid Man on Wikipedia. One of the most iconic advertising characters in the last 70 years, the Kool-Aid Man - to mixed reception - has appeared in several television commercials, print ads, TV shows as well as numerous appearances at certain events. "Oh yeah!" is his catchphrase. He debuted as "Pitcher Man" in a 1954 television commercial. (Submitted on November 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)
2. Hastings Museum (official website). The museum offers plenty of local history, dating back to its beginnings - but the most famous is the Kool-Aid exhibit, which is downstairs of the museum (as of 2025). (Submitted on November 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.)
Additional keywords. food, drink, popular culture, pop culture, Kool Aid
Photographed by Jason Voigt, October 28, 2025
3. The Kool-Aid Man Was Here! Marker
the footprints (below the marker)
Credits. This page was last revised on November 3, 2025. It was originally submitted on November 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 49 times since then and 16 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 3, 2025, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois.
