20th century, Biographies, Black businesses, Demolished buildings, Harlem Renaissance, Hotels, Industry, Manufacturing, North 16th Street, North Downtown, OwnershipLeave a comment

A History of the Kaffir Chemical Laboratories in North Omaha

March 29, 2026March 29, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Kaffir Chemical Laboratories was founded in 1920 by African American entrepreneurs in North Omaha. Led by Madree Penn, it became a significant Black-owned business producing various products until its decline by 1925, representing a powerful chapter in Omaha’s Black business history. Continue reading A History of the Kaffir Chemical Laboratories in North Omaha

#PreserveThisPlace, 20th century, 24th and Lake, Black businesses, Black businesspeople, Black hotels, Historic houses, Houses, Near North Side, Segregation, Willis AvenueLeave a comment

A History of the Ashby Tourist Home

March 13, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Ashby Tourist Home at 2228 Willis Avenue in North Omaha. It was crucial for Black travelers in the city, offering them hospitality amid widespread racism. Its significance lies in fostering community and resilience during the Jim Crow era in Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Ashby Tourist Home

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Environment, Florence, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Minne Lusa, Missouri River, Organizations, Politics, Public health, Racism, Segregation1 Comment

A History of the OPPD North Omaha Station

March 6, 2026March 6, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the OPPD North Omaha Station located in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the OPPD North Omaha Station

20th century, 21st century, Black History, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Economics, Government, Historic districts, historic preservation, Lost history, Neighborhoods, Politics, Poverty, Racism, real estate, schools, Segregation, society, Streets, Wealth, White flight, White people, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of Gentrification in North Omaha

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

From the 1910s through today, there have been various agendas, plans and schemes focused on fixing up North Omaha. This is a history of gentrification in the community. Continue reading A History of Gentrification in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Bar or Tavern, business, Demolished buildings, Grocery store, Jacobean, North 16th Street, RiotingLeave a comment

A History of the Kyner Block in North Omaha

February 9, 2026March 4, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Kyner Block, built in 1892 in North Omaha. It featured commercial storefronts and apartments, and housed notable businesses until it was demolished. Continue reading A History of the Kyner Block in North Omaha

19th century, Abolition, African Methodist Episcopal, Black culture, Black History, Black spaces and places, Demolished buildings, Economics, Lost history, Neighborhoods, Politics, Racism, Segregation, societyLeave a comment

A History of Omaha’s First Black Neighborhood

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Before 24th and Lake existed, Omaha’s first Black neighborhood was established in the 1850s. It was around 10th and Dodge, and was a segregated enclave known as the Near North Side. It housed significant community leaders and institutions, witnessing early civil rights struggles and eventually leading to the area’s integration by 1872. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s First Black Neighborhood

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Demolished buildings, Florence, Historic houses, Hotels, North 30th Street, Pioneer era, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of the Florence Hotel

January 2, 2026February 20, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the old Florence Hotel in Florence, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Florence Hotel

20th century, Ames Ave, business, Demolished buildings, Florence Boulevard, North 30th Street1 Comment

A History of the Burkhard-Gerelick Ford Dealership

December 28, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Burkhard-Gerelick Ford dealership in North Omaha, Nebraska from 1947 to 1991. Continue reading A History of the Burkhard-Gerelick Ford Dealership

#PreserveThisPlace, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Belt Line, Buildings, Food, History of Nebraska, Industry, Manufacturing, North 16th StreetLeave a comment

A History of the Mother’s Best Flour Mill in North Omaha

December 26, 2025December 27, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the first wheat mill in Omaha, the birthplace of Duncan Hines, and a structure owned by several companies since 1887! Continue reading A History of the Mother’s Best Flour Mill in North Omaha

20th century, Biographies, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Clubs, Demolished buildings, Middle class, Ownership, Prairie Park, real estate, Redlining, Saratoga, Segregation, Social clubs, society, Subdivision, White peopleLeave a comment

A Biography of B.J. Scannell

October 31, 2025December 3, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

B.J. Scannell (1861-1960) significantly impacted North Omaha’s development as a businessman and community leader. Continue reading A Biography of B.J. Scannell

20th century, Ames Ave, Ames Avenue, Demolished buildings, Highways, Middle class, Neighborhoods, Normal house history, Ownership, Prairie Park, Racism, RedliningLeave a comment

A History of the Prairie Park Neighborhood

October 31, 2025November 14, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The historical Prairie Park neighborhood in North Omaha was built and mostly demolished in the 20th century. Learn why… Continue reading A History of the Prairie Park Neighborhood

20th century, Demolished buildings, Department store, Integration, Jefferson Square, Jewish, Near North Side, North 24th Street, North Downtown1 Comment

A History of Mayper’s Store in North Omaha

May 2, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Mayper’s Store of Omaha, Nebraska, which opened in 1917 and closed in 1967 after 50 years in business. Continue reading A History of Mayper’s Store in North Omaha

#PreserveThisPlace, 20th century, Activism, Black educators, Black organizations, Buildings, Civil Rights Movement, Houses, Long School, Lost history, Racism, Students, YouthLeave a comment

A History of the Harriet Tubman Center

February 6, 2025March 4, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the YWCA Harriet Tubman Center at N. 28th and Miami Streets in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Harriet Tubman Center

#PreserveThisPlace, Architecture, Commercial vernacular, Construction, GaragesLeave a comment

A History of the Johnson Sash and Door Company Building

January 5, 2025September 29, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Johnson Sash & Door Company Building at 1412 Military Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com. Continue reading A History of the Johnson Sash and Door Company Building

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Civic Infrastructure, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, North Omaha, Parks, Pioneer eraLeave a comment

A History of Parks in North Omaha

October 9, 2024February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of parks in North Omaha including public, private and others spaces throughout the community by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com. Continue reading A History of Parks in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Ames Ave, Banks, Black businesses, Black-owned banks, Buildings, Demolished buildings, Economics, North 30th Street, North Omaha, Ownership, Pioneer era, Segregation, WealthLeave a comment

A History of Banks in North Omaha

October 3, 2024October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of seven banking and financial institutions established in North Omaha, Nebraska, since 1856. Continue reading A History of Banks in North Omaha

#PreserveThisPlace, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Bridges, Buildings, business, Historic districts, Industry, North Downtown, Pioneer era, Railroads, Streets, Transportation4 Comments

A History of the Nicholas Street Historic District

August 22, 2024October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Nicholas Street Historic District by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com. Continue reading A History of the Nicholas Street Historic District

#PreserveThisPlace, Belvedere, Buildings, business, Demolished buildings, Drug store, Florence, Florence Field, Grocery store, Ice cream, Intersections, Miller Park, Minne Lusa, Neighborhoods, North 30th Street, Omaha & Council Bluffs Street Railway Co., real estate, Restaurants, shopping, TheatersLeave a comment

A History of the Intersection at North 30th and Redick Avenue

July 18, 2024July 18, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Built to serve the Minne Lusa, Florence Field, Belvedere and Miller Park neighborhoods, this is a history of the intersection at North 30th and Redick Avenue in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Intersection at North 30th and Redick Avenue

#PreserveThisPlace, 20th century, Biographies, Buildings, business, North 24th Street, North 30th Street1 Comment

A History of Dewey Chevrolet in North Omaha

June 3, 2024June 3, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Dewey Chevrolet, a longtime business located on N. 24th St. and N. 30th St. in North Omaha for decades. Continue reading A History of Dewey Chevrolet in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Children, Demolished buildings, schools, Walnut Hill1 Comment

A History of Walnut Hill School

May 29, 2024May 29, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Walnut Hill School in North Omaha, originally built in 1888 and still operating today. Continue reading A History of Walnut Hill School

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People, places and events from the history of North Omaha, Nebraska by Adam Fletcher Sasse

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