The Lincoln area was home to over six ballrooms. Unfortunately, all except the Pla Mor have been lost, like a trend seen throughout the country. For over 70 years, the Pla Mor Ballroom has entertained Lincoln and the surrounding communities with a wide variety of events. The Ballroom opened its doors December 23, 1929 and since has hosted many big band legends such as Count Basie, Lawrence Welk and many others. The Pla Mor Ballroom currently has a wide variety of Big Bands playing on a regular basis; Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Russ Morgan Orchestra and The Bobby Layne Orchestra (home base at Pla Mor for over 25 years).