This is a history of one of Omaha's oldest African American churches, Morning Star Baptist Church.
Category: African Americans
A Biography of Joseph Carr
There have been many African American leaders in Omaha throughout the city's history. Some were politicians, others were businessmen; many were united in the cause to promote civil rights and liberty for Black people. One of them was a lawyer named Joseph Carr, and this is a biography of his life. This is Joseph Carr … Continue reading A Biography of Joseph Carr
Biography of George McPherson
This is the story of Professor George T. McPherson (1864-c1915) of North Omaha, who was the preeminent pianist in Omaha for decades.
History of the Bedford Place Neighborhood
This is a history of the Bedford Place neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska.
Biography of Anderson Bell
This is a story of Pvt. Anderson Bell (1838-1903) of North Omaha, a Black soldier in the Civil War.
Biography of Florentine Pinkston
This is a biography of Flora Pinkston (1887-1966) of North Omaha, Nebraska.
Life of Edwin Overall of North Omaha
Throughout most of his life, Edwin Overall (1835–1901) dedicated himself fighting for civil rights. This is his story.
