The Case of Larkin McCloud

This is the case of Charles Smith in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1917 by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com.

This July 21, 1908 headline from the Omaha World-Herald says, "Boston Green, Negro Police Mascot, Dies; Was Famous Character in Local History."

A Biography of Boston Green

This is a biography of Boston Green (1838-1908), a popularly scorned African American homeless person in Omaha, Nebraska.

Lewis Washington (1800-1898) was a famous abolitionist, noted lecturer and minister who moved to Omaha around 1880. In Omaha, Washington was involved in politics and community leadership. He is buried at Forest Lawn. Public domain image.

A Biography of Lewis Washington

This is a biography of Lewis Washington (1800-1898), a famous abolitionist, noted lecturer and minister who lived in North Omaha, Nebraska, at the end of his life.

August 14, 1899 James A. Smith murder Omaha

The Death of James A. Smith

The turn of the 20th century was a rough time for African Americans in Omaha, Nebraska. In the previous decade, … More

This article, entitled "Love, Freeheart, Sunshine and Peace, It's Wonderful," was a mocking piece in the Omaha World-Herald on February 27, 1944.

A Biography of Perfect Peace

North Omaha has been home to all kinds of people. Some were entrepreneurs, some were devoutly religious, and every now … More

This is Josiah Waddle (1849-1939), a longtime bandleader and music teacher in North Omaha, Nebraska.

A Biography of Josiah Waddle

This is a biography of Josiah Waddle (1849-1939), a longtime bandleader and music teacher in North Omaha, Nebraska.

This is the story of Daisy Anderson (1900-1998) in North Omaha. Mrs. Anderson was an international speaker and widely regarded author.

Daisy Anderson in North Omaha

This is a biography of Daisy Anderson (c1900-1998), the widow of a wealthy Black man in western Nebraska who was forced to move to North Omaha.

This was Andrew Stuart (1874-1937), a businessman and political activist in North Omaha, Nebraska, in the 1920s and 1930s.

A Biography of Political Activist Andrew Stuart

This is a history of the Stuart Art Shoppe in North Omaha, a bastion of the Arts in the community during the Great Depression.

This is an 1895 pic of a large gathering on the lawn at the Count Creighton House at 404 North 20th Street in North Omaha, Nebraska. Pic courtesy of the Durham Museum.

A History of the Count Creighton House in North Omaha

This is a history of the former Count Creighton House in North Omaha.

This is Mrs. Comfort Baker Caldwell (1870-1949), the first African American graduate of Omaha High School in Omaha, Nebraska.

A Biography of Comfort Baker

This is a biography of Comfort Baker, the first African American graduate from a high school in Omaha, Nebraska.

Nathaniel Hunter, Grand Master of the Prince Hall Masons of Nebraska

A History of the Prince Hall Masons in Omaha

This is a history of the Prince Hall Masons in Omaha, Nebraska.

This is a comparison of the George F. Shepard House at 1802 Wirt Street in the Kountze Place neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska, in 1907 and in 2015. 1907 image courtesy of Sam Swanson.

A History of the George F. Shepard House

Fancy homes used to line certain streets throughout North Omaha, and one of those was Wirt Street. Business leaders, influential … More

A Biography of Cathy Hughes

This is a biography of North Omaha native Cathy Hughes. She grew up in the Logan Fontenelle Projects and today is the 2nd richest Black woman in America.

A Biography of North Omaha’s Vic Walker

Vic B. Walker (1864-c1925) was an African American attorney, police officer, business owner, and criminal in Omaha, Nebraska.

1923 Max I Walker advertisement, Omaha, Nebraska

A Biography of North Omaha’s Max I. Walker

North Omaha is the historic home of Max I Walker Cleaners. This article summarizes their history in the community.

Joseph Carr, African American Omaha attorney

A Biography of Joseph Carr

There have been many African American leaders in Omaha throughout the city’s history. Some were politicians, others were businessmen; many … More

A Biography of George McPherson

This is the story of Professor George T. McPherson (1864-c1915) of North Omaha, who was the preeminent pianist in Omaha for decades.

Pvt. Anderson Bell (1838-1903), North Omaha, Nebraska

Biography of Anderson Bell

This is a story of Pvt. Anderson Bell (1838-1903) of North Omaha, a Black soldier in the Civil War.

Florentine "Flora" Frances Pinkston Mitchell (1887-1966), North Omaha, Nebraska

A Biography of Florentine Pinkston

This is a biography of Flora Pinkston (1887-1966) of North Omaha, Nebraska.

Life of Edwin Overall of North Omaha

Throughout most of his life, Edwin Overall (1835–1901) dedicated himself fighting for civil rights. This is his story.

Seward Street Presbyterian Church., Rev. Russel Taylor, 2628 Charles Street, North Omaha, Nebraska.

A Biography of Rev. Russel Taylor

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

Dr. George L. Miller, North Omaha, Nebraska

Biography of Dr. George L. Miller

One of Omaha’s most important pioneers is remembered extensively in North Omaha.

Biography of Dr. William W. Peebles

A founder of Omaha’s first African American post of the American Legion, Dr. W.W. Peebles DDS kept a 50+ year dental practice in Omaha.

Doctors Make Purchase of Land, Omaha Star, June 15, 1945

Biography of Dr. Craig Morris

One African American dentist in Omaha was a civil rights advocate, economic justice activist, and medical leader in the community. Then he simply left North Omaha. This is a biography of his life in the community.

Levi Carter (1830-1903) of Omaha, Nebraska

A Biography of Levi Carter

A wealthy industrialist worked hard, then died. His wife gave the City of Omaha a lot of money to commemorate his life, and today the name is all over East Omaha. This is a biography of Levi Carter.