19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Children, Civic Infrastructure, Demolished buildings, Immigrants, Italianate, Lost history, North Downtown, Omaha Police Department, Poverty, schoolsLeave a comment

A History of the Dodge Street School

August 15, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Dodge Street School in Omaha, Nebraska, open at 11th and Dodge from 1872 to 1898. Continue reading A History of the Dodge Street School

18th century, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, business, Demolished buildings, Industry, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of Industry in North Omaha

August 14, 2022December 25, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of industry in North Omaha, Nebraska, from 1854 to present. Continue reading A History of Industry in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Belt Line, Belt Line Railway, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Creighton University, Crime, Culture, Demolished buildings, Downtown, Government, Highways, Historic districts, History of Nebraska, Immigrants, Jefferson Square, Lost history, Native Americans, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, North Downtown, Omaha Police Department, Organizations, Pioneer era, Politics, Poverty, schools, White flight, White people, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of the Jefferson Square Neighborhood

August 13, 2022September 30, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Omaha’s first public park; first public school; it’s Native American neighborhood; and it’s “Hobo Park,” all wrapped up in one. This is a history of Jefferson Square in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Jefferson Square Neighborhood

20th century, 21st century, Bar or Tavern, Buildings, business, Forest Lawn burial, Kountze Place, North 16th Street5 Comments

A History of the Manderson Inn

August 10, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Manderson Inn, which stood at North 16th and Manderson Streets for over 50 years. Continue reading A History of the Manderson Inn

Architecture, Buildings, business, Demolished buildings, Economics, Industry, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of Commercial Buildings in North Omaha

August 8, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of commercial buildings in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Commercial Buildings in North Omaha

Architecture, Government, Historic houses, Houses, Normal house history, Public housingLeave a comment

A History of Houses in North Omaha

August 8, 2022October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of houses in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Houses in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Florence, History museums, Italianate, Train depots6 Comments

A History of the Florence Depot

August 2, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Florence Railroad Depot History Museum located in the former City of Florence, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Florence Depot

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Biographies, Forest Lawn burial, historic preservation, Kountze Place, Mansions and estates, Official Omaha Landmark, Queen Anne, Wealth, White people, Wirt Street2 Comments

A History of the George F. Shepard House

August 2, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Fancy homes used to line certain streets throughout North Omaha, and one of those was Wirt Street. Business leaders, influential socialites, and high-minded politicians lived up and down the block, building the neighborhood along the way. This is a history … Continue reading A History of the George F. Shepard House

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Apartments, Florence Boulevard, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Near North Side, Queen Anne, Styles1 Comment

A History of the Memmen Apartments

August 2, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Some of the oldest apartments left in Omaha, Nebraska are located in North Omaha. This is a history of the Memmen Apartments. Continue reading A History of the Memmen Apartments

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black businesses, Black spaces and places, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Demolished buildings, Economics, General history, Intersections, Lost history, Streets, White flight, White people, Wrecked buildings24 Comments

A History of the Intersection of North 42nd and Redman Avenue

July 27, 2022June 24, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the intersection of N. 42nd and Redman Ave. in North Omaha, Nebraska. It discusses the development, businesses, and demise of the intersection including factors affecting it. Continue reading A History of the Intersection of North 42nd and Redman Avenue

19th century, Demolished buildings, Lost history, Miller Park, North 30th Street, schools, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the Fort Omaha School

July 25, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is the history of the Fort Omaha School, a grade school once located in the Miller Park neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Fort Omaha School

20th century, Ames Ave, Demolished buildings, Fontenelle Boulevard, Restaurants, Wrecked buildings4 Comments

A History of the Parkside Cafe in North Omaha

July 19, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Parkside Cafe was located at 4438 Ames Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska, from 1959 to 1976. Continue reading A History of the Parkside Cafe in North Omaha

19th century, business, Florence, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Mormons, North 30th Street, Water4 Comments

A History of the Florence Mill

July 4, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

While there are iconic places throughout North Omaha, some stand taller than all others. For more than 150 years, the Florence neighborhood has been home to one of these icons. This is a history of the Florence Mill. Continue reading A History of the Florence Mill

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, business, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Demolished buildings, East Omaha, Economics, Historic districts, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, Pioneer era, White people14 Comments

A History of the Sherman Neighborhood

June 25, 2022June 3, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Sherman neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Sherman Neighborhood

19th century, 20th century, Apartments, Demolished buildings, Grocery store, North 16th Street, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of 2621 North 16th Street

June 23, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Here is a history of one of the buildings that’s been gone from North Omaha for more than 40 years, 2621 North 16th Street. Continue reading A History of 2621 North 16th Street

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Government, Historic houses, historic preservation, Industry, Politics10 Comments

Historic Neighborhoods in North Omaha

June 14, 2022April 6, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

These are historic neighborhoods in North Omaha, including their establishment, locations and links. Continue reading Historic Neighborhoods in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Belt Line, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Geography, Government, Historic districts, historic preservation, Houses, Military Avenue, Neighborhoods, real estate, White flight, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of the Clifton Hill Neighborhood in North Omaha

June 14, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Clifton Hill neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 1885. Continue reading A History of the Clifton Hill Neighborhood in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black churches, Buildings, business, Military Avenue, Theaters, Theatres, White flight11 Comments

A History of the Military Theater

June 11, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Military Theater, which operated from 1928 to 1975 in North Omaha. Today the building is home to Grace Apostolic Church. Continue reading A History of the Military Theater

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Belt Line Railway, Bemis Park, Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District, Benson, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Cuming Street, Economics, Government, Highways, Historic districts, Historic houses, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Kellom Heights, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Lost history, Military, Military Avenue, Near North Side, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, North 40th Street, North Downtown, Omaha & Council Bluffs Street Railway Co., Parks, Pioneer era, Politics, Prospect Hill Cemetery, Saddle Creek, Water, White flight, White people, Wrecked buildings14 Comments

A History of the Military Road in North Omaha

June 9, 2022January 8, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Military Road aka Military Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Military Road in North Omaha

20th century, Ames Ave, Catholics, Demolished buildings, North 30th Street, Saratoga, schools, White flight, Wrecked buildings14 Comments

A History of the Holy Angels Parish in North Omaha

April 13, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the former Holy Angels Catholic parish in North Omaha, Nebraska from 1910-1981. Continue reading A History of the Holy Angels Parish in North Omaha

Buildings, Florence Boulevard, Industry, Saratoga2 Comments

A History of 4225 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

April 13, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of 4225 Florence Boulevard in the Saratoga neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of 4225 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

Adam Fletcher Sasse, Books, Buildings, SaratogaLeave a comment

A Picture History of Omaha’s Saratoga Neighborhood by Adam Fletcher Sasse

April 9, 2022May 21, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The never-before explored neighborhood’s history is identified here for the first time with pictures and explanations for many formerly forgotten places. Continue reading A Picture History of Omaha’s Saratoga Neighborhood by Adam Fletcher Sasse

19th century, 20th century, business, Demolished buildings, Mansions and estates, SaratogaLeave a comment

A History of the Gruenig Mansion

April 6, 2022July 9, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Gruenig Mansion at 2406 Fowler Avenue in the Saratoga neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Gruenig Mansion

20th century, 24th and Lake, Black businesspeople, Black hotels, Demolished buildings, Hotels, Lake Street, Lost history, North 24th Street, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of the Calhoun Hotel

March 26, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Calhoun Hotel, a Black hotel at 2423 Lake Street in North Omaha from 1946 to 1962. Continue reading A History of the Calhoun Hotel

20th century, 21st century, Black businesspeople, Black History, Demolished buildings, Historic houses, Houses, Lost history, Near North Side, Segregation, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of the Willis Hotel

March 24, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Myrtle Washington’s High Class Colored Boarding House once located at 2324 N. 22nd Street, North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Willis Hotel

20th century, 21st century, Black businesses, Black spaces and places, Buildings, business, Grocery store, Lost history, North 24th Street, real estate, White flight1 Comment

A History of the 3006 Building in North Omaha

February 9, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the historic storefronts located at N. 24th and Binney Streets in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the 3006 Building in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architects, Culture, Demolished buildings, Historic houses, Houses, Lost history, Pioneer era, Ponca Hills, White people, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of the Lost Blue Windows House

January 28, 2022November 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the lost Blue Windows home, a one-time iconic residence in the Ponca Hills of North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Lost Blue Windows House

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, African Methodist Episcopal, Art, Baptist, Black churches, Black culture, Black educators, Black History, Black organizations, Black people, Black performers, Black spaces and places, Books, Buildings, Churches, Civil Rights Movement, Clubs, clubs, Culture, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Jazz, Lost history, music, nightlife, Religion, schools, Segregation, Social clubs, Social halls, Social services, society, Theatres, United Methodist, White flight, White people5 Comments

A History of Music in North Omaha

January 6, 2022September 10, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a summary of a LOT of music in North Omaha over the last 150 years, including jazz, soul, blues, hip hop, gospel, pop, and so much more. Get introduced some of the people, places, events, and more from North Omaha’s musical history. Continue reading A History of Music in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Churches, Gothic, Kountze Place, Lutheran, White flight1 Comment

A History of St. Paul Lutheran Church

December 2, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of St. Paul Lutheran Church in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of St. Paul Lutheran Church

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Baptist, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, North 16th Street, Theaters, TheatresLeave a comment

A History of the Grand Theater

November 19, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Grand Theater near N. 16th and Locust. It was open from 1914 to 1931, and stands still today. Continue reading A History of the Grand Theater

Ames Ave, Ames Avenue, Demolished buildings, North 30th Street, Theaters, White flight, Wrecked buildings8 Comments

A History of the Beacon Theater

November 10, 2021December 8, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Beacon Theater, a significant cultural site in North Omaha that operated from 1927 to 1967. Continue reading A History of the Beacon Theater

20th century, Ames Ave, Barbershop, business, Demolished buildings, Restaurants, Saratoga3 Comments

A History of La Rue’s in North Omaha

November 1, 2021September 10, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of LaRue’s Cafe and LaRue’s Scalp Treatment in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of La Rue’s in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Belt Line, Belt Line Railway, Black organizations, Buildings, Florence Boulevard, historic preservation, Manufacturing, Saratoga2 Comments

A History of 4402 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

October 28, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Today it looks like a bland industrial space along a decrepit street in a rundown part of Omaha. However, once this gigantic building was a foothold into the middle class for hundreds of workers; and again it was a warehouse to store parts for the homes of thousands across the community. Soon it will have a new future as a tribute to a community scion and African American icon for all times. This is a history of 4402 Florence Boulevard in the Saratoga Belt Line Historic District of North Omaha. Continue reading A History of 4402 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Bakery, Belt Line, Belt Line Railway, Buildings, Drug store, Industry, SaratogaLeave a comment

A History of 4426 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

October 26, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The building at 4426 Florence Boulevard is located in the Saratoga Belt Line Historic District. Built in 1926, it is a storefront and open space that has no basement. The City of Omaha Planning Department currently rates the building in poor condition. This is a history. Continue reading A History of 4426 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Baptist, Black churches, Buildings, Churches, historic preservation, Kountze Place, Lost history, Segregation, United Methodist, White flight2 Comments

A History of Rising Star Baptist Church in North Omaha

October 22, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of one of Omaha’s oldest African American churches, Morning Star Baptist Church. Continue reading A History of Rising Star Baptist Church in North Omaha

20th century, business, Demolished buildings, Food, Restaurants, Saddle Creek3 Comments

A History of Shada’s Drive-In

October 20, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Shadda’s Drive-In, a restaurant in Omaha, Nebraska from 1955 to 1960. Continue reading A History of Shada’s Drive-In

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, business, Culture, Ethnicities & Races, Europeans, Houses, Jewish, Racism, Religion, Segregation, White people8 Comments

A History of Antisemitism in Omaha

October 6, 2021March 24, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of antisemitism in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Antisemitism in Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Demolished buildings, Florence, Lost history, schools6 Comments

A History of Florence High School

September 27, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Each of the small towns around North Omaha once had their own school district, and several of those school districts had high schools they graduated students from. The City of Florence, founded in 1854, was one of those small towns. … Continue reading A History of Florence High School

20th century, 21st century, Apartments, Architecture, Demolished buildings, Economics, Historic houses, North 16th Street, Poverty, Racism, White flight, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of The Climmie

July 20, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history the Climmie, a rowhouse at 2514 N. 16th St. in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of The Climmie

20th century, Creighton University, Demolished buildings, North 24th Street, Restaurants2 Comments

History of Beal’s Grill

March 26, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the popular Beal’s Grill, a longtime mainstay near Creighton University at N. 24th and California Streets. Continue reading History of Beal’s Grill

20th century, Bakery, business, Jewish, North 24th Street, Official Omaha Landmark7 Comments

History of the Forbes Bakery, Ak-Sar-Ben Bakery, and Royal Bakery

February 22, 2021September 1, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Forbes Bakery in North Omaha from 1921 through 1938. Continue reading History of the Forbes Bakery, Ak-Sar-Ben Bakery, and Royal Bakery

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Ames Avenue, Black spaces and places, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Demolished buildings, Druid Hill, Economics, Grocery store, Historic houses, historic preservation, Lost history, Manufacturing, Neighborhoods, North 30th Street, Poverty, Racism, White flight3 Comments

History of the Bedford Place Neighborhood

February 1, 2021April 28, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Bedford Place neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading History of the Bedford Place Neighborhood

20th century, Benson, Buildings, business, Economics, General history, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Military Avenue1 Comment

A History of Department Stores in Benson

December 12, 2020May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Benson Commercial Historic District has been home to several department stores. This is a history of the Omaha neighborhood’s stores. Continue reading A History of Department Stores in Benson

20th century, 21st century, Ames Avenue, Architecture, Benson, Black businesses, business, Demolished buildings, Economics, historic preservation, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, North Omaha, Segregation, shopping10 Comments

History of Department Stores in North Omaha

December 10, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Department stores once dotted the area north of Dodge and east of North 72nd Street. This is a history of department stores in North Omaha. Continue reading History of Department Stores in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Bakery, business, Demolished buildings, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Europeans, historic preservation, Immigrants, Jewish, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, North Omaha, Wrecked buildings20 Comments

History of Bakeries in North Omaha

December 8, 2020October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Once located all over North Omaha, there are few bakeries left — but lots of memories! This is an account of some of the bakeries from the community’s history. Continue reading History of Bakeries in North Omaha

18th century, 19th century, 20th century, Cuming Street, Demolished buildings, Ethnicities & Races, Europeans, Immigrants, Jewish, Lost history, Neighborhoods, Organizations, White flight1 Comment

History of Hungarians in North Omaha

December 6, 2020October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

One of Omaha’s most distinct immigrant populations has nearly disappeared from the city’s identity. This is a history of Hungarians in Omaha. Continue reading History of Hungarians in North Omaha

20th century, Activism, Biographies, Black churches, Black leader, Black ministers, Black spaces and places, Civil Rights Movement, Demolished buildings, historic preservation, Near North Side, Presbyterian, Religion, SegregationLeave a comment

A Biography of Rev. Russel Taylor

December 6, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A musician, educator and minister committed to Black power, Rev. Russel Taylor was a powerful leader in North Omaha. This is his story. Continue reading A Biography of Rev. Russel Taylor

20th century, Buildings, Cuming Street, Economics, Industry, Manufacturing, North 16th Street, North Downtown, Wrecked buildings11 Comments

History of the Tip Top Products Company

November 27, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Millions of bobby pins, pink hair curlers, and other products came flying out of the Tip Top Products Company factories in Omaha. This is a history of the company. Continue reading History of the Tip Top Products Company

19th century, 20th century, Ames Ave, Belt Line, Belt Line Railway, business, Demolished buildings, Industry, Lost history, Manufacturing, North 16th Street, North 30th Street, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

History of the Omaha Casket Company

November 25, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A tornado and a fire couldn’t stop the Omaha Casket Company, which made boxes for the dead in North Omaha from 1892 to 1939. Continue reading History of the Omaha Casket Company

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, African Methodist Episcopal, Americans, Architects, Architecture, Baptist, Black churches, Black spaces and places, Buildings, Catholics, Churches, Demolished buildings, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Europeans, Lutheran, Poverty, Presbyterian, Religion, Segregation, United Methodist, Wealth, White people, Wrecked buildings4 Comments

Directory of Historic North Omaha Church Buildings

November 21, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a directory of historic North Omaha church buildings. Many are still churches; some are not. Continue reading Directory of Historic North Omaha Church Buildings

19th century, 20th century, Architects, Architecture, schools2 Comments

History of Irvington School in Omaha

November 10, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A country school that’s now engulfed by Omaha, the Irvington School was once a bastion of a small rural community. This is a history. Continue reading History of Irvington School in Omaha

20th century, American Legion, Black organizations, clubs, Demolished buildings, Long School, Near North Side, nightlife, North 24th Street, Segregation, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

History of North Omaha’s American Legion Post #30

November 8, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Charity, socializing, and fraternity drove the American Legion Theodore Roosevelt Post #30 in North Omaha. Discover what happened to them. Continue reading History of North Omaha’s American Legion Post #30

Black businesses, Black businesspeople, Demolished buildings, Economics, Food, Ice cream, Long School, Lost history, Near North Side, North 24th Street, Segregation3 Comments

History of the 24th Street Dairy Queen

November 8, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

From 1951 to 1963, the 24th Street Dairy Queen was serve the Black community in the Near North Side. This is a history of the business. Continue reading History of the 24th Street Dairy Queen

Architecture, Black History, Demolished buildings, Immigrants, Near North Side, North Downtown, schools, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of Cass Street School

November 2, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Located in the original Near North Side neighborhood, one grade school at North 14th and Cass Street served immigrants, African Americans, adults, and others. Today the school is largely forgotten. Continue reading A History of Cass Street School

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Minne Lusa, schools20 Comments

A History of Minne Lusa School

November 2, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Opened in a re-used school building in 1917, North Omaha’s Minne Lusa School has a long history. Continue reading A History of Minne Lusa School

20th century, 21st century, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Demolished buildings, Economics, Government, Highways, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Near North Side, North Omaha, Politics, Racism, Segregation, Streets, White flight, Wrecked buildings8 Comments

A History of the North Freeway in Omaha

October 28, 2020November 16, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

First conceptualized in 1954, it took almost 40 years for North Omaha’s highest high speed corridor to be completed. This is a history of the North Freeway. Continue reading A History of the North Freeway in Omaha

19th century, Churches, Demolished buildings, Florence, General history, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Monmouth Park, Mormons, North 30th Street, Pioneer era, Religion, Settlements, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of Winter Quarters

October 26, 2020December 30, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In 1846, a town emerged on the western bank of the Missouri River. Although it only existed for a few years, there were a lot of elements that resembled a regular town, and its impact is still felt today. This … Continue reading A History of Winter Quarters

20th century, 24th and Lake, Black businesses, Black spaces and places, Cafes, clubs, Clubs, Demolished buildings, Food, Lake Street, Lost history, Near North Side, nightlife, Restaurants, Theaters1 Comment

History of 2410 Lake Street

October 5, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the now-demolished building that once stood at 2410 Lake Street that housed a vaudeville theater, movies, a nightclub, a bowling alley, a supper club, and a teen club, as well as a bar before it was demolished in the 1970s. Continue reading History of 2410 Lake Street

20th century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Demolished buildings, Fire stations, Near North Side, North 24th Street, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the Omaha Fire Station #6

October 2, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Omaha Fire Department station #6 was located at 914-16 North 24th Street. It was built in 1906 and demolished in the 1970s. Continue reading A History of the Omaha Fire Station #6

20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Architecture, Art, Black businesspeople, Black organizations, Black spaces and places, business, Civil Rights Movement, Culture, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lake Street, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, SegregationLeave a comment

History of the Carver Savings and Loan Association

September 21, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Carver Bank in North Omaha, the first-ever Black-owned bank in Nebraska. Continue reading History of the Carver Savings and Loan Association

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Demolished buildings, Ethnicities & Races, Immigrants, Lost history, Near North Side, North Downtown, schools2 Comments

A History of the North Omaha School aka Izard School

September 12, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Omaha had a hard time getting its public school system going. Once they got going, it took more than a decade to build a second school. However, when it opened on the outskirts of the city at North 17th and Izard Streets, the new school was the grandest building of its time. This is a history of the North Omaha School, aka the Izard School. Continue reading A History of the North Omaha School aka Izard School

20th century, 21st century, Crime, Florence Boulevard, Historic houses, Lost history, Normal house history3 Comments

A History of 5833 Florence Boulevard

July 13, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of an average house with an exceptional story at 5833 Florence Boulevard. Continue reading A History of 5833 Florence Boulevard

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Baptist, Demolished buildings, Kountze Place, Lost history, North 24th Street, Segregation, White flight13 Comments

A History of Immanuel Baptist Church

July 10, 2020January 22, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

A giant church building, a large congregation and lots of impact by Immanuel Baptist Church went on for more than 50 years in North Omaha. Today there’s no sign of this once-important place. This is a history of the church. Continue reading A History of Immanuel Baptist Church

20th century, Architecture, Buildings, Lost history, Near North Side, North 24th Street, Segregation, Theaters, Theatres3 Comments

A History of the Ritz Theater

June 11, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A theater opened to African Americans in a time when Omaha was deeply segregated, the Ritz Theater was an anomaly in the city. Here’s some of its history. Continue reading A History of the Ritz Theater

20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Architects, Architecture, Black culture, Black people, Black spaces and places, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Great Plains Black History Museum, historic preservation, Lake Street, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Near North Side, Organizations, Social services2 Comments

A History of the Webster Telephone Exchange Building

June 5, 2020October 21, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Some buildings are constructed, serve a purpose and then are demolished. Others seem to live several lifetimes by acting as a base for several enterprises and a hub for the community during different crises. Despite looking like its falling apart right now, one Lake Street building is such an institution, serving as an icon of change, sustainability and transformation in the community. This is is a history of the Webster Telephone Exchange Building. Continue reading A History of the Webster Telephone Exchange Building

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black spaces and places, historic preservation, North 30th Street, schools, White flight5 Comments

A History of Howard Kennedy School

June 5, 2020June 5, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Sitting on top of a hill on the western edge of North Omaha, the Omaha View School was one of the city’s earliest. Rebuilt on a new site in 1908, in 1910 it was renamed, too. Since then the school has had notable alumni, built the surrounding neighborhood up, and changed dramatically. This is a history of the Howard Kennedy Elementary School. Continue reading A History of Howard Kennedy School

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Black History, Demolished buildings, Ethnicities & Races, historic preservation, Immigrants, Jewish, Near North Side, North 24th Street, schools, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Kellom School

May 30, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

What do Fred Astaire, Roger and Gale Sayers, Bob Gibson, Bob Boozer, Michael Anania, Brenda Council, and former Omaha mayor Johnny Rosenblatt all have in common? Born in the Near North Side, each attended the same school. That same building is a neighborhood institution with deep roots going back at least 140 years in Omaha’s past. This is a history of North Omaha’s Kellom School. Continue reading A History of Kellom School

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Ames Avenue, Architecture, Belt Line, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Expo Grounds, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Houses, Industry, Intersections, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, Omaha & Council Bluffs Street Railway Co., Organizations, Politics, Saratoga, Wealth, White flightLeave a comment

A Timeline of the History of Saratoga

May 16, 2020August 31, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a timeline of the history of the Saratoga neighborhood in North Omaha, including the intersection of 24th and Ames. Included here are events, places and people central to the neighborhood’s existence as a pioneer town, leafy suburb, and a seemingly abandoned urban neighborhood. Continue reading A Timeline of the History of Saratoga

19th century, Architecture, business, Demolished buildings, historic preservation, North 24th Street, Pioneer era, SaratogaLeave a comment

A History of the Saratoga Springs Hotel in North Omaha

May 14, 2020July 19, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

One building defined the early history of a boom-and-bust town located in present-day North Omaha. Despite only being open for a short time, the building left a long shadow on the area. This is a history of the Saratoga Springs Hotel in the town of Saratoga, Nebraska Territory. Continue reading A History of the Saratoga Springs Hotel in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Black spaces and places, Buildings, Economics, Education, historic preservation, Lost history, North 30th Street, schools5 Comments

A History of the Druid Hill School

May 10, 2020August 9, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Some schools in Omaha were built in reaction to floods of new residents moving into neighborhoods unexpectedly. Others were built to attract new residents. Originally opened in 1885, the school at North 30th and Spaulding Street was the latter. This is a history of the Druid Hill School in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Druid Hill School

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Bemis Park, Biographies, Economics, Historic houses, historic preservation, Jody Lovallo, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Lost history, Mansions and estates, Official Omaha Landmark, Wealth5 Comments

A History of the Zabriskie Mansion in North Omaha by Jody Lovallo

May 4, 2020May 4, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Adam’s Note: This is a guest article by Jody Lovallo in her continuing series about important women in North Omaha history. Check out the “You Might Like…” section below for links to her other articles. Enjoy “A History of the Zabriskie Mansion” by Jody Lovallo. Continue reading A History of the Zabriskie Mansion in North Omaha by Jody Lovallo

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Benson, Buildings, Children's entertainment, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Poverty, Social services, society26 Comments

A History of the Omaha Crèche

March 29, 2020March 29, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Omaha Crèche, which was located on North 52nd and Pratt Streets for a half century. Continue reading A History of the Omaha Crèche

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, Black people, Black spaces and places, Culture, Demolished buildings, General history, historic preservation, Racism2 Comments

A History of the Old Plantation in North Omaha

March 15, 2020August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Old Plantation, a display at the Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition in North Omaha in 1898. Continue reading A History of the Old Plantation in North Omaha

20th century, 24th and Lake, Biographies, Black businesses, Black businesspeople, clubs, historic preservation, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Near North Side, nightlife11 Comments

A History of Allen’s Showcase in North Omaha

February 24, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Paul B. Allen, and a history of Allen’s Showcase in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Allen’s Showcase in North Omaha

20th century, Black organizations, Black people, Culture, Economics, historic preservation, Houses, Lost history, Segregation, Social services2 Comments

A History of the Oak View Home for Negro Boys

February 8, 2020March 29, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the only foster home for African American youth Omaha history, open from the 1940s into the 1950s. Continue reading A History of the Oak View Home for Negro Boys

20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Black leader, Black organizations, Culture, General history, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lake Street, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Near North SideLeave a comment

A Biography of Bertha Calloway

February 5, 2020October 21, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of historian and North Omaha leader Bertha Calloway (1925-2017). She was a Civil Rights activist, museum founder, historian, author, student, educator, speaker, promoter, playwright, journalist, administrator, mentor, wife and mother. Continue reading A Biography of Bertha Calloway

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Florence, Government, Highways, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Missouri River, Mormons, North 30th Street, Politics, Ponca Hills, Wyman Heights10 Comments

A History of the Mormon Bridge in North Omaha

January 30, 2020May 23, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Built on the rock bottom of the Missouri River, dreams of today’s Mormon Bridge go back to 1846. This article explores the history of the bridge, the ferries, the politics and more. Continue reading A History of the Mormon Bridge in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Carter Lake, Demolished buildings, East Omaha, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Industry, Manufacturing, Missouri River, Parks, Public health, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of the Carter White Lead Company Factory in East Omaha

January 20, 2020May 3, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

For 40 years, one plant poisoned North Omaha with heinous disregard. This is a history of the Carter White Lead Company factory in East Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Carter White Lead Company Factory in East Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black people, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Geography, Historic houses, historic preservation, Houses, Lost history, Neighborhoods, North 30th Street, Parks, Politics, real estate, Scandinavians, schools, Segregation, White flight5 Comments

A History of the Omaha View Neighborhood

January 15, 2020February 24, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of North Omaha’s Omaha View neighborhood, one of the city’s oldest western expanses. Continue reading A History of the Omaha View Neighborhood

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Belt Line, Black people, Civic Infrastructure, Demolished buildings, Economics, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, Segregation, Shacks and shanties, Wrecked buildings9 Comments

A History of the Plum Nelly Area in North Omaha

January 15, 2020July 19, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Plum Nelly area is a once secret neighborhood that’s become a lost neighborhood located in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Plum Nelly Area in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black businesses, Black organizations, Demolished buildings, Drug store, Lost history, Near North Side, North 24th Street, shopping, Social halls, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of 1324 North 24th Street

January 13, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In the course of a century, a lot of things can change in a neighborhood. The Near North Side of Omaha has had a lot of changes, with some buildings transitioning from vital to demolished with reckless abandon. This is … Continue reading A History of 1324 North 24th Street

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Black churches, Buildings, Economics, historic preservation, Immigrants, Lutheran, North 30th Street, Scandinavians, White flight7 Comments

A History of Hope Lutheran Church

January 12, 2020May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the only African American Lutheran church in Nebraska today, called Hope Lutheran Church. Continue reading A History of Hope Lutheran Church

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Cafes, Carter Lake, diners, East Omaha, Food, historic preservation, North 16th Street, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of the Nite Hawkes Cafe in East Omaha

January 9, 2020November 7, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Nite Hawkes Cafe, located at North 16th and Grand Avenue since 1942! Continue reading A History of the Nite Hawkes Cafe in East Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Apartments, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Demolished buildings, Economics, Historic houses, historic preservation, Houses, Monmouth Park, Neighborhoods, schools, White flight, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the Monmouth Park Neighborhood

January 7, 2020September 1, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

One neighborhood in North Omaha had a hospital, a half-dozen churches and businesses galore, and a long history. Then it all seemed to disappear. This is a history of the Monmouth Park neighborhood. Continue reading A History of the Monmouth Park Neighborhood

19th century, 20th century, Biographies, Demolished buildings, Lost history, Theaters, Theatres2 Comments

A Biography of Frank E. Goff

January 4, 2020May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

“Daddy” Frank E. Goff was Omaha’s pioneer showman, and this is a biography of his life. Continue reading A Biography of Frank E. Goff

20th century, Ames Avenue, Architecture, Belt Line Railway, Demolished buildings, Lost history, Manufacturing, Streets, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the U.S. Brush Company

January 2, 2020July 19, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the U.S. Brush Company factory once located in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the U.S. Brush Company

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black businesses, Buildings, Cafes, Clubs, diners, Food, Restaurants17 Comments

A History of Restaurants, Diners and Food Businesses in North Omaha

December 29, 2019October 9, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of restaurants in North Omaha throughout its history. Continue reading A History of Restaurants, Diners and Food Businesses in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Churches, Comic - North Omaha Chronicles, Demolished buildings, White flightLeave a comment

North Omaha Chronicles, 12-19-19

December 19, 2019 Adam F.C. Fletcher

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black churches, Comic - North Omaha Chronicles, Demolished buildings, historic preservationLeave a comment

North Omaha Chronicles, 12-18-19

December 18, 2019December 19, 2019 Adam F.C. Fletcher

20th century, Apartments, Architecture, Demolished buildings, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Religion, Social services12 Comments

A History of the Creighton Working Girls Home

December 17, 2019September 6, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Creighton Working Girls Home and Chapel, which provided a paternalistic environment for newly arrived women in Omaha for several decades. Continue reading A History of the Creighton Working Girls Home

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Churches, Comic - North Omaha Chronicles, Demolished buildings, Religion, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

North Omaha Chronicles, 12-16-19

December 16, 2019December 19, 2019 Adam F.C. Fletcher

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Art, Buildings, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, North Omaha1 Comment

Historic Postcards from North Omaha

December 13, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a collection of postcards of North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading Historic Postcards from North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Catholics, Creighton University, Cuming Street, Healthcare, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Near North Side, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, Racism, Religion, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of Creighton University

December 4, 2019November 14, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Creighton University, including notable people, places and events throughout its history. Continue reading A History of Creighton University

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Apartments, Architecture, Buildings, Creighton University, Florence Boulevard, Historic houses, Near North Side3 Comments

A History of Campion House in North Omaha

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the 140-year-old Campion House at Creighton University in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Campion House in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Catholics, Creighton University, historic preservation, Near North Side, North 24th Street, Segregation, Wealth10 Comments

A History of St. John’s Catholic Parish

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of St. John’s Catholic Parish in North Omaha, Nebraska, including its K-12 school. Continue reading A History of St. John’s Catholic Parish

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Creighton University, historic preservation, Near North Side, North 24th Street, weather4 Comments

A History of the Creighton Observatory in North Omaha

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

One building on the Creighton University campus is among the oldest and places a significant role in the history of field of astronomy. However, it is off limits to the public! Here is a history of the Creighton Observatory in … Continue reading A History of the Creighton Observatory in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Creighton University, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Near North Side, North 24th Street, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Creighton Hall in North Omaha

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The oldest building at Creighton University has changed radically over the years. However, hints of its past show inside and outside, and wait to be discovered by history explorers! This is a history of the Creighton Hall in North Omaha. … Continue reading A History of Creighton Hall in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Creighton University, Near North Side, North 24th Street, schools, Segregation, White flightLeave a comment

A History of Creighton High School in North Omaha

December 3, 2019November 14, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Creighton High School that was in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Creighton High School in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Historic houses, Miller Park, NAACP, Normal house history, North 30th Street10 Comments

A History of the Hoyer House at 3049 Redick Avenue in North Omaha

November 27, 2019January 30, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Hoyer House at 3049 Redick Avenue is one of North Omaha’s oldest, but hasn’t been restored and seems neglected. Here is its history. Continue reading A History of the Hoyer House at 3049 Redick Avenue in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Activism, Architecture, Black businesses, Black organizations, Clubs, clubs, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, music, Near North Side, nightlife, Official Omaha Landmark, real estate, Social halls2 Comments

A History of the Jewell Building and Dreamland Ballroom

November 4, 2019July 19, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the iconic Jewell Building in the 24th and Lake Historic District. It features notable people, organizations, businesses and events there, as well as the architecture and more. Continue reading A History of the Jewell Building and Dreamland Ballroom