20th century, 24th and Lake, Architecture, Black businesses, clubs, Clubs, Demolished buildings, Economics, historic preservation, Lost history, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of The Off Beat Club in North Omaha

October 19, 2019February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Jim Bell and Jerry Morris’s supper club called The Off Beat, located at 24th and Lake from 1952-1969. Continue reading A History of The Off Beat Club in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Florence Boulevard, Mansions and estates, Racism, Saratoga, White flight3 Comments

A History of the Rome Miller Mansion

October 14, 2019October 14, 2019 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is the history of a fine home called the Rome Miller Mansion at 4823 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Rome Miller Mansion

20th century, Buildings, Grocery store, Houses, Miller Park1 Comment

A History of North Omaha’s Fort Street Grocery Store

October 2, 2019August 9, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

When I grew up in the Miller Park neighborhood during the 1980s and 90s, there were only memories and rumors of what used to be. There were ghosts of busy shopping districts, a thriving school, beautiful churches and streetcars haunted … Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Fort Street Grocery Store

20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Architecture, Buildings, business, Drug store, Economics, Food, Grocery store, historic preservation, Lost history, Restaurants, shopping, Wealth, White flight26 Comments

A History of the Ames Plaza, North Omaha’s Shopping Center

September 20, 2019September 12, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Ames Plaza, opened in 1960 at North 56th and Ames Avenue in then-Northwest Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Ames Plaza, North Omaha’s Shopping Center

20th century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Florence, Florence Boulevard, Florence Field, Historic houses, historic preservation, Houses, Kountze Place, Miller Park, Minne Lusa, Near North Side, Public housing, Saratoga, White flight1 Comment

A Biography of Architect Everett S. Dodds

September 17, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Everett S. Dodds, and prolific architect who designed many buildings in North Omaha from 1914 through 1940. Continue reading A Biography of Architect Everett S. Dodds

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Activism, Architecture, Catholics, Civil Rights Movement, Culture, Cuming Street, Economics, historic preservation, Immigrants, Irish, Italians, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Lost history, North Downtown, Official Omaha Landmark, Poverty, schools, White flight3 Comments

A History of the Holy Family Catholic Parish

September 14, 2019September 6, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

For more than 50 years, Holy Family Catholic has been among the most activist Catholic parishes in Omaha. Before that it was an Italian parish, and before that, Irish. Here’s a history. Continue reading A History of the Holy Family Catholic Parish

20th century, Ames Ave, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Grocery store, historic preservation, Lost history, North 24th Street, Saratoga, Theaters, Theatres2 Comments

A History of the North Star Theater aka the Ames Theatre

August 31, 2019December 23, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the North Star Theater, the Ames Theatre and the building standing today at N. 25th and Ames Avenue in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the North Star Theater aka the Ames Theatre

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Kountze Place, Lost history, North Omaha, Wealth, White flight, Wirt Street3 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Charles Storz House

August 23, 2019April 15, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Charles Storz House built in 1909 in the Kountze Place neighborhood. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Charles Storz House

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Belt Line Railway, Buildings, Demolished buildings, Economics, historic preservation, Lost history, ManufacturingLeave a comment

A History of Murphy, Wasey and Company Factory in North Omaha

August 17, 2019July 25, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

In 1890, a major Detroit-based chair manufacturer called Murphy, Wasey and Company arrived in a big way in North Omaha. Located at 3167-77 Spaulding Street along what was then called North 32nd (aka John A. Creighton Boulevard) and the Belt … Continue reading A History of Murphy, Wasey and Company Factory in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, business, Catholics, Churches, Culture, General history, Immigrants, Italians, Lost history, Near North Side, Neighborhoods, Religion, Segregation, Social halls, White flight, Wrecked buildings16 Comments

A History of Italians in North Omaha

August 11, 2019October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Omaha is a city of immigrants, and North Omaha is no exception. Along with its historic African American community and wealthy white settlers, the community has been home to Jews, Scandinavians, English and other Europeans. Among this plethora of diversity … Continue reading A History of Italians in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Historic houses, Kountze Place, Normal house history, Wealth, White flight, Wirt Street2 Comments

A History of 1922 Wirt Street in North Omaha

August 9, 2019May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Kountze Place neighborhood was built for middle- and upper-class Omahans seeking a streetcar suburb suitable for building large homes, raising fine families and enjoying the fruit of their labors. Indicative of the Victorian era, the home was designed in … Continue reading A History of 1922 Wirt Street in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Black churches, Kountze Place, Lake Street, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, Lost history, North 24th Street, Official Omaha Landmark, Presbyterian, Religion, Segregation, Wrecked buildings4 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church

August 3, 2019February 15, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church was a short-lived attempt by a fleeting denomination to maintain a significant presence in North Omaha. Despite the hard work and commitment by African American members, the congregation ultimately failed. However, they did succeed in ensuring … Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church

20th century, Architects, Architecture, Black History, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Historic houses, Lost history, Near North Side, North 30th Street, Poverty, Public housing, Segregation, society, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of the Hilltop Projects in North Omaha

July 29, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the third public housing projects built in North Omaha called the Hilltop Homes. Continue reading A History of the Hilltop Projects in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Black History, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Economics, Historic houses, Lost history, Near North Side, North 30th Street, Poverty, Public housing, Segregation, society, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the Pleasantview Projects in North Omaha

July 29, 2019March 21, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the former Pleasantview Public Housing Projects in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Pleasantview Projects in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Ethnicities & Races, Historic houses, Lost history, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, Public housing, Segregation, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of Public Housing in North Omaha

July 26, 2019August 31, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Public housing was introduced in Omaha in 1937 when the federal Housing Act was passed. This act made federal loans to the city for the construction of low-income public housing. This is a history of the public housing in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Public Housing in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Black organizations, Black people, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Healthcare, historic preservation, Hospitals, Lost history, Near North Side, Public health, Segregation, White flight, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of Segregated Hospitals and Segregated Healthcare in Omaha

July 24, 2019September 1, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Omaha was de facto segregated for more than 75 years. Jim Crow affected employment, education, housing, religious institutions, and more throughout the city. It also meant that African Americans would routinely and frequently be denied healthcare throughout the city. This is a history of Black hospitals in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Segregated Hospitals and Segregated Healthcare in Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black businesses, Black people, Black spaces and places, Demolished buildings, Historic houses, Lost history, Restaurants, society6 Comments

A History of the Hillcrest Mansion in North Omaha

July 20, 2019May 9, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is the story of a mansion in North Omaha built as a home to a wealthy real estate mogul that eventually became the site of a decades-long Black-owned business. Continue reading A History of the Hillcrest Mansion in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Ames Ave, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Fire stations, Lost history, Saratoga2 Comments

A History of the Saratoga Fire Station

July 16, 2019December 22, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Saratoga fire station at N. 22nd and Ames Avenue from the 1890s through the 1970s. Continue reading A History of the Saratoga Fire Station

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black businesses, Black people, Buildings, business, Lost history, Miller Park, North 30th Street, White flight10 Comments

A History of 5901 North 30th Street

June 29, 2019November 17, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the building at 5901 N. 30th, on the northeast corner of 30th and Laurel. Continue reading A History of 5901 North 30th Street

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Expo Grounds, History of Nebraska, Industry, ManufacturingLeave a comment

A History of the Machinery and Electricity Building in North Omaha

May 22, 2019August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Manufactures Building at the Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition. Continue reading A History of the Machinery and Electricity Building in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, Expo Grounds, History of Nebraska, Industry, ManufacturingLeave a comment

A History of the Manufactures Building in North Omaha

May 20, 2019August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Manufactures Building at the Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition. Continue reading A History of the Manufactures Building in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, Architects, Architecture, Florence Boulevard, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Kountze Place, Lost history, North 16th Street, Parks, Segregation, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of the Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition

May 18, 2019October 9, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition. Continue reading A History of the Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, Architecture, Buildings, Culture, Education, historic preservation, History of NebraskaLeave a comment

A History of the Girls and Boys Building in North Omaha

May 17, 2019August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Of all the buildings made for the 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, the Girls and Boys Building had one of the most joyful, loyal and enthusiastic receptions. Here is a short history of the building. Fundraising for Construction “It was … Continue reading A History of the Girls and Boys Building in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Activism, Architecture, Black churches, Buildings, Churches, Civil Rights Movement, Culture, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lost history, NAACP, Near North Side, Organizations, Religion, Segregation, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of St. Philip the Deacon Episcopal Church

May 11, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of a longtime, influential and successful segregated congregation called St Philip the Deacon Episcopal Church in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of St. Philip the Deacon Episcopal Church

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, Architecture, Buildings, Expo Grounds, Florence Boulevard, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Kountze Place, Lost history, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of the Administration Arch in North Omaha

May 1, 2019August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Administrative Building, aka the Administration Arch, at the 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition held in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Administration Arch in North Omaha

20th century, Architecture, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, East Omaha, Economics, ghosts, Government, historic preservation, Lost history, Poverty, schools, weather, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of Pershing School

April 26, 2019May 3, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of East Omaha’s demolished Pershing School in the former District 61. Continue reading A History of Pershing School

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Architecture, Biographies, Black businesses, Buildings, Drug store, historic preservation, Lost history, music, OPD, Pioneer era, Race riot, White flight1 Comment

A History of Duffy Drugs

April 22, 2019May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Going back to 1886, the southwest corner of 24th and Lake has been vital to North Omaha! Its first Black-owned business didn’t happen until 1968 though. Find out more in this history of Duffy Drugs! Continue reading A History of Duffy Drugs

20th century, 21st century, Buildings, Crime, Food, Grocery store, historic preservation, nightlife, Ponca Hills8 Comments

A History of the Forgot Store

April 15, 2019August 9, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

A grocery store at the end of the road for the forgetful became a bar, and now stands tall in Ponca Hills. Learn about the history of the Forgot Store. Continue reading A History of the Forgot Store

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Baptist, Black churches, Buildings, General history, North 24th Street, Religion, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Mount Moriah Baptist Church

April 14, 2019December 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church was founded in 1884, and has been a cornerstone Black church in North Omaha since then. This is a history of the church. Continue reading A History of Mount Moriah Baptist Church

20th century, Black organizations, Buildings, doctors, Healthcare, Hospitals, Lost history, Segregation1 Comment

A History of the People’s Hospital in North Omaha

March 26, 2019January 28, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

For almost a century, it was widely known that hospitals in Omaha were for whites only. Defacto segregation made doctors apply for birth certificates at hospitals where African American mothers weren’t allowed to birth their babies, while African American doctors … Continue reading A History of the People’s Hospital in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, African Methodist Episcopal, Architecture, Civil Rights Movement, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Near North Side, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of St. John’s AME Church

March 26, 2019July 31, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the oldest Black church in Omaha, St. John’s AME Church. Continue reading A History of St. John’s AME Church

20th century, 21st century, African Methodist Episcopal, Architecture, Civil Rights Movement, Near North Side, North 24th Street1 Comment

A History of Bethel AME Church

March 26, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Bethel AME Church, which has been located at N. 24th and Franklin since 1925. It is one of the oldest Black churches in Omaha. Continue reading A History of Bethel AME Church

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black organizations, Churches, Civil Rights Movement, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, Segregation3 Comments

A History of Cleaves Temple CME Church

March 25, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Cleaves Temple C.M.E., one of the oldest Black churches in Omaha. Continue reading A History of Cleaves Temple CME Church

20th century, Architecture, Buildings, Lost history, North 30th Street, Presbyterian, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Hillside Presbyterian Church

March 23, 2019February 6, 2025 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Hillside Presbyterian Church was a Black congregation in North Omaha from 1920 to 1954. Continue reading A History of Hillside Presbyterian Church

20th century, Architecture, Churches, Near North Side, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of the New Bethel Church of God in Christ

March 22, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the New Bethel Church of God in Christ, an African American congregation in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the New Bethel Church of God in Christ

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Biographies, Buildings, business, Crime, Culture, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Food, historic preservation, Lost history, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, Organizations, Politics, Poverty, Racism, Religion, Restaurants, Ryan Roenfeld, Segregation, society, storytelling, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of Omaha’s Chinatown by Ryan Roenfeld

March 5, 2019May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Adam’s Note: This is a special exposè on a rarely-acknowledged but vitally important part of Omaha’s history. Written by local historian Ryan Roenfeld, I believe this history of Omaha’s Chinatown is necessary, vibrant and just a beginning, albeit a deep one! Share your thoughts in the comments section! Continue reading A History of Omaha’s Chinatown by Ryan Roenfeld

19th century, 20th century, Culture, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, North 16th Street, Organizations, Parks, Ryan Roenfeld, Sports, Wrecked buildings1 Comment

A History of the Charles Street Bicycle Park in North Omaha by Ryan Roenfeld

January 29, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Tucked away in the Near North Side was the Charles Bicycle Track. This is its history as told by Ryan Roenfeld. Continue reading A History of the Charles Street Bicycle Park in North Omaha by Ryan Roenfeld

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Buildings, Culture, Economics, Healthcare, Hospitals, Lost history, Near North Side, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, Poverty, Public health, society, Wrecked buildings39 Comments

A History of the Salvation Army Hospital in North Omaha

January 16, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Omaha Salvation Army Women’s Hospital was home to many babies in the city’s history. This is a history about the facility. Continue reading A History of the Salvation Army Hospital in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Biographies, Civic Infrastructure, Farming, Geography, Government, Houses, Lost history, Near North Side, North 16th Street, Omaha Claim Club, Pioneer era, Politics2 Comments

A Biography of Omaha’s “Doc” George Smith

January 14, 2019January 19, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The biography of Doc George Smith (1826-1901) is the story of a longtime civil servant and respected mentor among pioneer Omahans. Continue reading A Biography of Omaha’s “Doc” George Smith

20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Buildings, historic preservation, Kountze Place, Lost history, nightlife, North 16th Street, Race riot, Theaters, Theatres, White flightLeave a comment

A History of the Corby Theater

December 18, 2018August 14, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of North Omaha’s Corby Theater, an unprotected gem that could be demolished anytime. Continue reading A History of the Corby Theater

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Black History, Buildings, Economics, Expo Grounds, Historic houses, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Near North Side, North 16th Street, Racism, Wealth12 Comments

A History of The Sherman Apartments

December 17, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of one of North Omaha’s most important historical landmarks, The Sherman apartments on North 16th Street. Continue reading A History of The Sherman Apartments

Adam Fletcher Sasse, Architects, Architecture, Art, Books, Buildings, General history, Houses, North Omaha, schoolsLeave a comment

Drawing North Omaha by Adam Fletcher Sasse

December 10, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Drawing North Omaha by Adam Fletcher Sasse (CommonAction Publishing, 47 pgs, 2018). Continue reading Drawing North Omaha by Adam Fletcher Sasse

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Buildings, business, Demolished buildings, Fort Omaha, Fort Street, Intersections, Miller Park, North 30th Street, Pioneer era5 Comments

A History of the Intersection of North 30th and Fort Streets

December 6, 2018January 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Lavish military maneuvers and parades, streetcar expansion and dirty deeds marked the early years of 30th and Fort. See what its become! Continue reading A History of the Intersection of North 30th and Fort Streets

20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Belt Line Railway, business, Food, Industry, Wrecked buildings9 Comments

A History of Uncle Sam Breakfast Food Company

November 29, 2018April 23, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

For 75 years, Uncle Sam cereal was manufactured in North Omaha. This is a history of the company and its locations in the community. Continue reading A History of Uncle Sam Breakfast Food Company

20th century, 21st century, Fairfax, Fontenelle Boulevard, historic preservation, Houses, Lost history, Normal house history, Racism2 Comments

A History of 3467 North 42nd Street

November 27, 2018September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Focused on an address where everyday North Omaha people lived, this house is similar to the other exposés I’ve written. Over more than 125 years, some of these homes have fallen apart and others were bulldozed, while the vast majority of … Continue reading A History of 3467 North 42nd Street

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Churches, Ethnicities & Races, Florence, Lost history, Pioneer era7 Comments

A History of Churches in Florence, Nebraska

October 22, 2018April 25, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

These are churches that existed in Florence, Nebraska before 1917. Continue reading A History of Churches in Florence, Nebraska

#PreserveThisPlace, 20th century, 21st century, Media, Normal house history4 Comments

A History of 5504 Kansas Avenue

September 4, 2018September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of a house that had a huge antenna once located at 5504 Kansas Avenue in North Omaha Continue reading A History of 5504 Kansas Avenue

18th century, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Cuming Street, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Food, History of Nebraska, Industry, Lost history, Military, Missouri River, Near North Side, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, Omaha Claim Club, Pioneer era, Politics, Railroads, real estate, Segregation, society, Transportation, Wrecked buildings7 Comments

History of Omaha’s North Downtown

July 31, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Omaha’s North Downtown neighborhood. Continue reading History of Omaha’s North Downtown

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Government, historic preservation, Lake School, Near North Side, schools, Segregation, Streets5 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Lake School

July 21, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Lake School was a fixture in the neighborhood for a century. This is its history… Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Lake School

19th century, 20th century, Ames Ave, Architecture, Churches, Lost history, Religion, Segregation, White flightLeave a comment

A History of North Omaha’s Covenant Presbyterian Church

July 20, 2018August 8, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Covenant Presbyterian Church was located in North Omaha for almost 100 years. Learn more here… Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Covenant Presbyterian Church

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Economics, Historic houses, Kountze Place, Lost history, Normal house history, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of 3210 North 21st Street

May 16, 2018September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is the history of an average home in North Omaha, which is old but not remarkable. Continue reading A History of 3210 North 21st Street

21st century, Amusement parks, Architecture, business, Carter Lake, Civic Infrastructure, East Omaha, Economics, historic preservation, Lost history, Missouri River, Parks, society, Wealth, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of Sand Point Beach and Lakeview Amusement Park

May 8, 2018August 7, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

A lost amusement park haunts nobody’s memories, and some even deny it ever existed. This is Lakeview Amusement Park and the Sand Point Beach. Continue reading A History of Sand Point Beach and Lakeview Amusement Park

20th century, Carter Lake, Culture, Demolished buildings, East Omaha, Economics, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Missouri River, music, Organizations, Prairie Park, Segregation, Social clubs, societyLeave a comment

A History of the Prairie Park Club

April 30, 2018October 31, 2025 Adam F.C. Fletcher

In the late 1900s, Omahans formed social clubs like the Prairie Park Club to enhance community ties. Established in 1909, it hosted numerous social events and activities. Learn what happened to it here. Continue reading A History of the Prairie Park Club

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Carter Lake, East Omaha, Economics, Lost history, music, Neighborhoods, nightlife, Organizations, Wealth11 Comments

A History of Omaha’s Courtland Beach

April 27, 2018August 20, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Omaha had a roller coaster, boardwalks and soft summer breezes relaxing the middle class masses. This place was called Courtland Beach. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s Courtland Beach

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Architecture, Black History, business, Cafes, Culture, diners, doctors, Economics, Food, historic preservation, music, Near North Side, nightlife, Race riot, real estate, society1 Comment

A History of the Blue Lion Center

February 28, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Blue Lion is one of North O’s most iconic buildings, holding business, services and opportunities for a century! Continue reading A History of the Blue Lion Center

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Black History, Economics, Historic houses, Kountze Place, Lost history, Organizations, White flight, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s McLain Mansion

February 8, 2018January 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Many of Kountze Place’s finest homes are gone now, demolished by indifferent landowners and city planners who are blind to the value of the neighborhood. One of these homes stood at 2214 Wirt Street, and it was clearly one of … Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s McLain Mansion

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Americans, Architecture, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Education, Ethnicities & Races, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Long School, Lost history, Monmouth Park, Near North Side, North Omaha, Politics, Poverty, Race riot, schools, Segregation, society, White flight, Wrecked buildings12 Comments

A History of Segregated Schools in Omaha, Nebraska

February 6, 2018January 15, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

There were and are many segregated schools in Omaha, and this is an account of their history. Continue reading A History of Segregated Schools in Omaha, Nebraska

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Architecture, Belt Line Railway, Black History, Economics, historic preservation, Houses, Lost history, Monmouth Park, Neighborhoods, North 30th Street, Omaha Municipal Land Bank, Politics, Poverty, Racism, society, White flight2 Comments

A History of the Collier Place Neighborhood

February 2, 2018March 13, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The story of a historic neighborhood in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Collier Place Neighborhood

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Cafes, diners, Food, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, North 24th Street, Race riot22 Comments

A History of Skeet’s in North Omaha

January 22, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of an iconic North Omaha restaurant that comedian Redd Foxx frequented when in town. Continue reading A History of Skeet’s in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Economics, Historic houses, Kellom Heights, Lost history, real estate, Wealth, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the Thomas Mansion

January 9, 2018September 13, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Many of early Omaha’s wealthy builders built their mansions and estates in North Omaha. One of them was attorney Dexter L. Thomas (1841-1919). His large house at N. 27th Avenue and Nicholas Street was a landmark for years, surely inspiring … Continue reading A History of the Thomas Mansion

20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Architecture, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Education, General history, Government, North Omaha, Organizations, SaratogaLeave a comment

A History of the Public Library in North Omaha

January 4, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Charles B. Washington North Branch of the Omaha Public Library. Continue reading A History of the Public Library in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Florence Boulevard, Fort Omaha, Historic houses, historic preservation, Houses, Lost history7 Comments

A History of 6327 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

November 14, 2017March 13, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of a house built at Fort Omaha in 1869 that was moved to Florence Blvd in 1900, and STILL STANDS TODAY! Continue reading A History of 6327 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Americans, Architects, Architecture, Black History, Churches, Civic Infrastructure, Government, historic preservation, Houses, Industry, Lost history, North Omaha, Omaha Municipal Land Bank, society, Wealth5 Comments

Top 10 North Omaha Architectural Gems

October 25, 2017April 13, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

These are the top 10 most important architectural accomplishments in North Omaha today. Continue reading Top 10 North Omaha Architectural Gems

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Downtown, Economics, Food, Government, Grocery store, Lost history, Politics, Streets, Wealth1 Comment

A History of the Omaha Market House

October 6, 2017July 8, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of a controversial, then popular, then forgotten idea in Omaha called the Market House. Continue reading A History of the Omaha Market House

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Government, Kountze Place, Lost history, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, Parks, real estate5 Comments

A History of the Demolition of the Trans-Mississippi Expo

September 6, 2017August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the demolition of the Trans-Mississippi Exposition of 1898 and the Greater America Exposition of 1899. Continue reading A History of the Demolition of the Trans-Mississippi Expo

20th century, Culture, Expo Grounds, Food, Historic houses, Lost history, North 16th Street3 Comments

A History of a Sod House in North Omaha

September 6, 2017September 24, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is the history of a sod house in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of a Sod House in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Economics, Florence, Geography, Historic houses, Houses, Missouri River, North 30th Street, real estate, society, Wealth, Wyman Heights1 Comment

A History of Wyman Heights by Patrick Wyman

August 16, 2017July 4, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Wyman Heights neighborhood in North Omaha by guest author Patrick Wyman. Continue reading A History of Wyman Heights by Patrick Wyman

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Florence, Historic houses, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Houses, Lost history, Mormons, Pioneer era, Religion, society8 Comments

A History of the James C. Mitchell House in Florence

August 15, 2017September 1, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the founder of Florence, Nebraska’s home. Continue reading A History of the James C. Mitchell House in Florence

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District, Cuming Street, Economics, Historic houses, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, White flight14 Comments

A History of the Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District in North Omaha

August 10, 2017November 14, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District is a jewel in the crown of North Omaha history. This is a summary of its history. Continue reading A History of the Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Economics, Florence Field, Historic houses, Normal house historyLeave a comment

A History of 6711 North 31st Avenue

July 24, 2017September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the house at 6711 North 31st Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of 6711 North 31st Avenue

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Belt Line Railway, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, General history, Intersections, Lost history, North 40th Street, North Omaha, Theatres, White flight15 Comments

A History of the Intersection at North 40th and Hamilton Streets

July 21, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The intersection of 40th and Hamilton has a rich legacy affecting several neighborhoods. This is a history of this historic district. Continue reading A History of the Intersection at North 40th and Hamilton Streets

20th century, 21st century, Central Park, Economics, Fontenelle View, Government, Historic houses, Lost history, Normal house history, North Omaha, Omaha Municipal Land Bank1 Comment

A History of 4517 Browne Street in North Omaha

July 19, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of 4517 Browne Street in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of 4517 Browne Street in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Economics, Government, Historic houses, Lost history, Normal house history, Omaha Municipal Land Bank5 Comments

A History of 3155 Meredith Avenue in North Omaha

July 19, 2017September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

3155 Meredith Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska was built in 1910. This is a history of the house. Continue reading A History of 3155 Meredith Avenue in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Florence, Historic houses, historic preservation, Lost history, Miller Park, Normal house history, North Omaha4 Comments

A History of 5815 Florence Boulevard

July 10, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A local home history reveals a 129-year-old barn nestled along a grand view in North Omaha… Continue reading A History of 5815 Florence Boulevard

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Florence Field, Historic houses, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, North 30th Street4 Comments

A History of Florence Field in North Omaha

May 25, 2017May 30, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The biggest subdivision in Omaha’s history in 1926, Florence Field was an Army balloon field, then home to 1,100 lots. Here’s the story! Continue reading A History of Florence Field in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, schools33 Comments

A History of Omaha North High School

May 22, 2017September 12, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Omaha North High School is the most spectacular high school in Nebraska, and among the very best in the United States. Continue reading A History of Omaha North High School

20th century, 21st century, 24th and Lake, Architecture, Black History, Churches, Culture, historic preservation, Long School, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Racism, Religion, society6 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Parish

May 6, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

North Omaha’s Saint Benedict Catholic Church has been a bastion of hope for the Near North Side for almost a century. Here’s their story. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Parish

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Churches, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, General history, Grocery store, historic preservation, Intersections, Lost history, Miller Park, nightlife, North 24th Street, Racism, society, Theatres, White flight9 Comments

A History of the Intersection of North 24th and Fort Streets

April 26, 2017May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the buildings at North 24th and Fort Streets in the Miller Park neighborhood. Continue reading A History of the Intersection of North 24th and Fort Streets

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Culture, Economics, General history, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Poverty, societyLeave a comment

A History of the North Omaha Gene Eppley Boys Club

April 6, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The North Omaha Gene Eppley Boys’ Club was the cradle of youth engagement for a generation of young men. This is a history of the facility. Continue reading A History of the North Omaha Gene Eppley Boys Club

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Government, North 30th Street, Politics, Poverty, Racism, society1 Comment

A History of the Spencer Street Projects

April 2, 2017October 31, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Opened in 1952, the Spencer Projects in North Omaha have a long, complex history of neglect, crime and community building. Continue reading A History of the Spencer Street Projects

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Culture, Economics, Florence, Historic houses, society, Wealth6 Comments

A History of the Lantry – Thompson Mansion in North Omaha

April 1, 2017December 10, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Land speculators snatched up a lot of North Omaha legally and illegally in the 1900s. Victor Lantry was one of them, and built a massive mansion to celebrate his wealth. Here’s his story. Continue reading A History of the Lantry – Thompson Mansion in North Omaha

21st century, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, General history, historic preservation, Long School, Near North Side, North 24th Street, society2 Comments

The Recent History of 24th and Lake

February 15, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a modern history of North 24th and Lake Streets in North Omaha. Several buildings and initiatives are detailed. Continue reading The Recent History of 24th and Lake

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black churches, Churches, Culture, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Religion, society12 Comments

A History of Black Churches in Omaha

January 22, 2017December 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Omaha’s tradition of Black churches started less than a decade after the founding of the city in 1865. With de facto segregation the norm in the city by then, African Americans were denied seats in white churches. Not to be without a spiritual home, the city’s pioneer Blacks founded their own places of worship. This is an introduction to Omaha’s historic Black churches. Continue reading A History of Black Churches in Omaha

19th century, Ames Ave, Architecture, Historic houses, Houses, Lost history3 Comments

A History of the Mergen House in North Omaha

January 19, 2017May 10, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

A history of the Mergen House, built in 1873 on Ames Avenue in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Mergen House in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Cemeteries, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Government, Historic houses, History of Nebraska, Houses, Lost history, society18 Comments

The Oldest Places in North Omaha

January 3, 2017February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

MY list of 75 places in North Omaha that are over 117 years old, give or take a few places. Continue reading The Oldest Places in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Carter Lake, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Government, History of Nebraska, Parks, Politics, society, Transportation6 Comments

A History of Omaha’s Eppley Airfield

December 27, 2016January 18, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

A history of Omaha’s Eppley Airfield from 1925 to present. It has also been called the American Legion Municipal Airport and the Omaha Municipal Airport. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s Eppley Airfield

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Churches, Culture, historic preservation, Near North Side, Politics, Poverty, Religion, society3 Comments

History of Zion Baptist Church in North Omaha

December 21, 2016July 22, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A leader among the bedrock institutions of North Omaha is Zion Baptist Church. One of the oldest congregations in Omaha, it was founded in 1884 and became the largest Black church in Omaha by 1900. It’s landmark building at 2215 Grant Street was designed by North Omaha native “Cap” Clarence Wigington, and its mission is still distinctly relevant more than 125 years after it was founded. Continue reading History of Zion Baptist Church in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Biographies, Buildings, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Expo Grounds, General history, North 16th Street, North Omaha, societyLeave a comment

A Biography of North Omaha’s Robert Strehlow

December 6, 2016April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Robert Strehlow helped build the 1898 Trans-Mississippi Expo and several others, then the Strehlow Terrace apartments. Continue reading A Biography of North Omaha’s Robert Strehlow

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Churches, Miller Park, North 24th Street, Poverty, White flight10 Comments

A History of Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church in North Omaha

December 6, 2016August 8, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

From the 1890s through the 2000s, Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church stood as a beacon in North Omaha. This is it’s history. Continue reading A History of Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church in North Omaha

Americans, Biographies, Black History, Books, Crime, General history, Historic houses, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, North Omaha, Omaha, Politics, press release, self-published, storytelling, StreetsLeave a comment

Dynamic Past, Hope-filled Future: North Omaha History, Volume Three Now On Sale!

November 30, 2016April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

(Olympia, WA: December 1, 2016) The final book of Adam Fletcher Sasse’s series, North Omaha History: Volume Three, is now available from CommonAction Publishing. In the third book of the North Omaha History Series, Adam Fletcher Sasse reveals a lot of the hidden, denied … Continue reading Dynamic Past, Hope-filled Future: North Omaha History, Volume Three Now On Sale!

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Biographies, business, Culture, historic preservation, Houses, society1 Comment

A History of North Omaha’s Joseph P. Guth

November 4, 2016August 13, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

North Omaha’s has A LOT of unsung architectural heroes, and one of them is Joseph P. Guth. Guth moved from Germany to Omaha in 1884 and designed business blocks, breweries, factories and warehouses, fire stations, schools, houses and multifamily residences, churches … Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Joseph P. Guth

20th century, 21st century, Architects, Architecture, Black businesses, Buildings, business, Crime, Culture, Economics, Historic houses, Houses, Lost history, Near North Side, Racism, society, Wealth, White flight3 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Burkenroad House aka Broadview Hotel aka Trimble Castle

November 3, 2016April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The home at 2060 Florence Boulevard has a reputation as a mansion for the social elite; an apartment house; a brothel, a hotel and as apartments again. Here is a history of North Omaha’s Broadview Hotel. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Burkenroad House aka Broadview Hotel aka Trimble Castle

20th century, Architects, Minne Lusa, North 30th Street, Theaters2 Comments

A History of the Minne Lusa Theater

November 2, 2016February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A short history of Minne Lusa Theatre, including its neighboring drug store, furniture store and much more. Continue reading A History of the Minne Lusa Theater

19th century, 20th century, Carter Lake, Culture, History of Nebraska, Houses, Lost history, societyLeave a comment

A History of Bungalow City in East Omaha

October 17, 2016February 15, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Bungalow City was a booming neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska, for less than a decade. Then it was moved and forgotten. Continue reading A History of Bungalow City in East Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Culture, Economics, Gold Coast, Historic houses, Politics6 Comments

A History of the Gold Coast Historic District in Omaha

October 11, 2016August 7, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

From 1880 through the 1920s, Omaha’s new Gold Coast neighborhood was the opulent address in Omaha. Starting with Gilded Age mansions, it evolved into a mixed income neighborhood with wealthy and manager level classes. Continue reading A History of the Gold Coast Historic District in Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Biographies, Culture, Florence, Historic houses, Lost history, Minne Lusa, North 30th Street5 Comments

A History of the Parker Mansion in North Omaha

October 7, 2016August 8, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Built on an 1852 house foundation, the Parker Mansion was a landmark in far North Omaha for more than a century. Continue reading A History of the Parker Mansion in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Houses, Kountze Place, Omaha Claim Club4 Comments

A History of Anna Wilson’s Mansion in North Omaha

October 6, 2016February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A. D. Jones, Dr. Elizabeth Reeves, Robert Beech Howell, Anna Wilson, the Omaha Old Peoples Home Association, Crosby Funeral Home, and several others were attached to the mansion at 2018 Wirt Street in the Kountze Place neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska. What happened to it? Continue reading A History of Anna Wilson’s Mansion in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Biographies, business, Houses, Industry, North Omaha, Saratoga, White flight2 Comments

A History of the Stroud Mansion in North Omaha

September 2, 2016April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Built: 1909 Address: 5100 Florence Boulevard Architecture: Neo-Classical Demolished: 1969 In 1895, Thomas F. Stroud started his wagon making business in North Omaha. He was going to make his fortune selling wagons to western farmers in the city considered to be the Gateway to the … Continue reading A History of the Stroud Mansion in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Culture, Economics, historic preservation, Houses, White flight4 Comments

A History of Apartments in North Omaha

August 29, 2016September 11, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Tall and wide, regal and plain, North Omaha has been home to many types of apartment buildings throughout the years. This article summarizes those styles and gives examples. Continue reading A History of Apartments in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Lost history, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, North 30th Street20 Comments

A History of Gas Stations in North Omaha

August 28, 2016January 3, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of gas stations in North Omaha, Nebraska Continue reading A History of Gas Stations in North Omaha