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Biography of Rev. Russel Taylor

Seward Street Presbyterian Church., Rev. Russel Taylor, 2628 Charles Street, North Omaha, Nebraska.
This is a 1920 ad for Seward Street Presbyterian Church led by 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.

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Directory of Historic North Omaha Church Buildings

This is a directory of historic North Omaha church buildings. Many are still churches; some are not.

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1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition 19th century 20th century architecture Black churches Demolished buildings Kountze Place Lake Street Listed on National Register of Historic Places Lost history North 24th Street Official Omaha Landmark Presbyterian religion Segregation

A History of North Omaha’s Calvin Memorial Presbyterian Church

North Presbyterian Church, 3105 North 24th Street, North Omaha, Nebraska
These are the 1909 blueprints for the North Presbyterian Church at 3105 North 24th Street in the Kountze Place neighborhood in North Omaha.

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 a gorgeous landmark that celebrated its 110th anniversary of existence in 2020. This is a […]

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A History of Hillside Presbyterian Church

This is Hillside Presbyterian Church in 1931.

Hillside Presbyterian Church was a Black congregation in North Omaha from 1920 to 1954.