This exhibition explores themes of flight, journey, and migration through Samuel Bak’s oeuvre. His work, informed by his experiences as a forced migrant and refugee in the aftermath of World War II, offers a potent reminder of the humanity of migrants, their dreams of freedom, their flight from oppression, their search for home, and the […]
For the last 3+ years, our world has undergone a traumatic sea change. The COVID-19 pandemic has forced individuals, communities, and entire countries to shift their perspectives, policies, and priorities. And we have also experienced a new wave of interest in quilts and quiltmaking, as individuals and groups turned to home craft as both a […]
Threads & Trails: Contemplations of Our Herstories is a collaborative exhibition created by five female-identifying artists who connect their personal histories to the conquest of the American West and Indigenous dispossession. Featuring the work of Erica Larsen-Dockray, Cybele Moon, Steph Coley, Eve-Lauryn LaFountain, and Marissa Magdalena Sykes, Threads & Trails is an installation that explores the experiences of […]
Before selected concerts in its 2023-24 season, Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra organizes a 20-30-minute conversation with LSO's Maestro Edward Polochick and a featured soloist or composer, hosted by Nebraska Public Media's Genevieve Randall. The pre-recorded chat for each classical concert is available to view online as well as via podcast the Monday before the concert, and […]
Every Monday during the school year, The Durham Museum hosts a weekly 30-minute Museum Live! program online. This broadcast-style show includes segments featuring guest speakers from the Smithsonian network, a behind-the-scenes look at museum exhibits and artifacts, cultural connections to the community, and even currents events. Plus, teachers and parents will receive a follow-up activity […]
You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll even shake your head in disbelief as you hear stories from fellow Nebraskans. It'll be an evening you'll remember hearing true stories about all sorts of things that have happened in our storytellers' lives. The storytellers are Kate Bolz, Margaret Johns, Michaella Kumke and Alynn Sampson, Kwami, Clay Naff, Erin […]
Enjoyed by viewers across the state for its feature-based, character-driven storytelling, “Nebraska Stories” covers art, science, history, sports, performance, nature and more. New episodes air Thursdays at 8 p.m., repeating […]
This monthly online (Zoom) reading series called First Friday Readings features authors with Nebraska connections, national presence, and a newly published book. The hourlong event, moderated by Larksong director Karen Shoemaker, will include both the author’s reading and Q&A with the audience. The event is free, but registration is required to receive the link. Nancy Welch’s […]
The Nebraska Poetry Society will offer monthly Saturday morning online poetry workshops occurring on June 10, July 15, August 26, September 23, October 21. November 4, and December 2. Each workshop will begin with a 60 minute presentation by the featured speaker. Afterwards participants will have 30 minutes to practice what they learned and share […]
The Nebraska Writers Collective is thrilled to present Tony McPherson, a resident poet at the National Museum of African American History & Culture, for a writing workshop, a poetry reading and performance, and a special appearance at the Lincoln Poetry Slam. Tony McPherson is a former NYC subway breakdancer whose poetry appears in the Lionsgate […]
Ben Justman, Executive Director of the Sarpy County Museum, will speak on the role Peter Sarpy played in the fur trade. Learn more about Sarpy’s life and the lasting legacy he left in Nebraska and beyond. This program is part of an ongoing speaker series highlighting the rich history of Nebraska and Fontenelle Forest. The […]
Every Monday during the school year, The Durham Museum hosts a weekly 30-minute Museum Live! program online. This broadcast-style show includes segments featuring guest speakers from the Smithsonian network, a behind-the-scenes look at museum exhibits and artifacts, cultural connections to the community, and even currents events. Plus, teachers and parents will receive a follow-up activity […]
Behind every social injustice story lies the possibility for change. In an era of media over-saturation, divisiveness, and declining humaneness, a well-told story has the power to inspire and induce action. But how do we write such testimonies? How do we activate a jaded public? Free poetry workshops at the Samuel Bak Museum and Learning […]
The National Willa Cather Center is hosting an author series as a way to connect Cather to contemporary writers as well as provide an accessible and inclusive space where readers can talk directly with writers about their work. Participating authors discuss how they create their work, thematic connections within and outside of their texts, and […]
Enjoyed by viewers across the state for its feature-based, character-driven storytelling, “Nebraska Stories” covers art, science, history, sports, performance, nature and more. New episodes air Thursdays at 8 p.m., repeating […]
Every Monday during the school year, The Durham Museum hosts a weekly 30-minute Museum Live! program online. This broadcast-style show includes segments featuring guest speakers from the Smithsonian network, a behind-the-scenes look at museum exhibits and artifacts, cultural connections to the community, and even currents events. Plus, teachers and parents will receive a follow-up activity […]
The Selalelo project is a virtual transatlantic bridge between Nebraska and Southern Africa that facilitates the exchange of ideas and cultural best practices, creates unity, and expands common understanding of anti-racism. “Selalelo” is a Setswana word meaning supper. The sessions, held in person and online at alternating lunch and dinner times to accommodate participants across […]
With Table Talks, Inclusive Communities offers everyone a space to build community through dialogue. The intent of Table Talks is to bring together community members and a panel of individuals who can offer their expertise or share their lived experiences to raise awareness and deepen understanding. Omaha Table Talk (OTT) was one of the first […]
Behind every social injustice story lies the possibility for change. In an era of media over-saturation, divisiveness, and declining humaneness, a well-told story has the power to inspire and induce action. But how do we write such testimonies? How do we activate a jaded public? Free poetry workshops at the Samuel Bak Museum and Learning […]
A monthly in-house reading series with new guests each month, beginning with social time at 5:30 pm followed by the reading/music from 6:00 – 7:30 pm. Guests will include writers of all genres and (frequently) musicians. Thursday, November 16 features writers from the Nebraska Warrior Writers group.
Enjoyed by viewers across the state for its feature-based, character-driven storytelling, “Nebraska Stories” covers art, science, history, sports, performance, nature and more. New episodes air Thursdays at 8 p.m., repeating […]
The mythical comic town of Chelm is a beloved staple of Yiddish literature. Once upon a time, an angel carrying a sackful of foolish souls back to heaven for repair snagged his sack on a tree growing on top a tall mountain top. The sack tore, and the poor foolish souls rolled down the mountainside […]
The mythical comic town of Chelm is a beloved staple of Yiddish literature. Once upon a time, an angel carrying a sackful of foolish souls back to heaven for repair snagged his sack on a tree growing on top a tall mountain top. The sack tore, and the poor foolish souls rolled down the mountainside […]
Every Monday during the school year, The Durham Museum hosts a weekly 30-minute Museum Live! program online. This broadcast-style show includes segments featuring guest speakers from the Smithsonian network, a behind-the-scenes look at museum exhibits and artifacts, cultural connections to the community, and even currents events. Plus, teachers and parents will receive a follow-up activity […]
Every Monday during the school year, The Durham Museum hosts a weekly 30-minute Museum Live! program online. This broadcast-style show includes segments featuring guest speakers from the Smithsonian network, a behind-the-scenes look at museum exhibits and artifacts, cultural connections to the community, and even currents events. Plus, teachers and parents will receive a follow-up activity […]
This monthly online (Zoom) reading series called First Friday Readings features authors with Nebraska connections, national presence, and a newly published book. The hourlong event, moderated by Larksong director Karen Shoemaker, will include both the author’s reading and Q&A with the audience. The event is free, but registration is required to receive the link. Carson Vaughan […]
The Nebraska Poetry Society will offer monthly Saturday morning online poetry workshops occurring on June 10, July 15, August 26, September 23, October 21. November 4, and December 2. Each […]
Dr. Todd Robinson, Sharmila Seyyid, and Dr. Lisa Fay Coutley will participate in a public poetry reading. Seating is limited, and registration is required. Visit the event website to register.