One hundred seventy years ago, the Treaty of 1854 was passed by Congress, authorizing the move of the Otoe-Missouria Tribe to the Big Blue Reservation in Gage County, Nebraska. The […]
The history of Ak-Sar-Ben lives on at The Durham Museum, where the Ak-Sar-Ben collection of textiles offers a glimpse into the glamour and prestige that went into an unforgettable evening. In this exhibit, museum visitors will have a rare opportunity to view stunning gowns from the annual Ak-Sar-Ben coronation ball. This exhibit shines a spotlight […]
Pride and Joy: Nebraska History is a 13-panel traveling exhibit that examines the history of LGBTQIA2S+ communities, events, and organizations in Nebraska. The exhibit introduces several topics and themes related to […]
BISON - a traveling exhibit exploring the past, present, and future of this great North American mammal - will be at the University of Nebraska State Museum Morrill Hall from November 8 through May 31. The exhibit explores the significance of bison in the cultures of Plains Indian peoples--particularly as a resource for food, clothing, […]
This event is part of a series of four “History Comes Alive in 2025” events sponsored by the Butler County Historical Society in partnership with people across the county. The collaborating partner for this program is the family of Eugene & Darlene Divis. December’s speaker will be Ron Mimick. He will speak about the history […]
The free monthly Nebraska Poets Reading Series highlights the talent of Nebraska poets and invites discussion with audience members. All events are free online, but registration is required to receive an event link. Registration links for each poet’s event and additional details about each poet are available on the Nebraska Poetry Society’s website. Allison Adelle Hedge […]
The Nebraska Poetry Society is offering monthly Saturday morning online poetry workshops. Registration is required, and registration information may be found on the Nebraska Poetry Society webpage. Free with annual membership; nominal fee for non-members. Students, minors and others for whom the registration fee is prohibitive may request a free membership. "To believe you are magnificent. And […]
“My Omaha” will screen at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center from December 12-20. (A special screening on Dec. 21 includes a post-screening Q&A with filmmaker Nick Beaulieu and community activist Leo Louis II.) Set against the backdrop of Omaha’s deep divides and burgeoning racial justice movement, My Omaha tells the story of filmmaker Nick Beaulieu’s […]
Partners for Livable Omaha is hosting “OurStory: Building Aging-Ready Housing at Scale” in the historic Joslyn Castle & Gardens Carriage House from December 12-30. The “OurStory: Building Aging-Ready Housing at Scale” exhibition features work created by undergraduate architecture, landscape architecture, and interior design students mentored by professor and architect Jeffrey L. Day, FAIA. The exhibition […]
Partners for Livable Omaha is hosting “OurStory: Building Aging-Ready Housing at Scale” in the historic Joslyn Castle & Gardens Carriage House on December 12. The “OurStory: Building Aging-Ready Housing at […]
“My Omaha” will screen at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center from December 12-20. (A special screening on Dec. 21 includes a post-screening Q&A with filmmaker Nick Beaulieu and community activist Leo Louis II.) Set against the backdrop of Omaha’s deep divides and burgeoning racial justice movement, My Omaha tells the story of filmmaker Nick Beaulieu’s […]
“My Omaha” will screen at the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center from December 12-20. (A special screening on Dec. 21 includes a post-screening Q&A with filmmaker Nick Beaulieu and community activist Leo Louis II.) Set against the backdrop of Omaha’s deep divides and burgeoning racial justice movement, My Omaha tells the story of filmmaker Nick Beaulieu’s […]
