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

A History of Gentrification in North Omaha

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black businesses, Black culture, Black History, Black organizations, Black people, Black spaces and places, Civic Infrastructure, Creighton University, Culture, Economics, Environment, Government, Lost history, lynching, Omaha Police Department, Ownership, Politics, Racism, Redlining, Rioting, Segregation, society, WealthLeave a comment

A History of White Supremacy in Omaha

February 19, 2026February 20, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This article examines Omaha’s “doctrine of white supremacy” as a deliberate, engineered system rather than random prejudice. From 1850s enslavement to modern redlining and carceral pipelines, the city’s geography and institutions were built to extract Black wealth and agency, ensuring white success through a durable, structural architecture of exclusion. Continue reading A History of White Supremacy in Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Activism, Civic Infrastructure, Environment, Geography, Government, Industry, Missouri River, Ownership, Parks, Politics, Poverty, Racism, Redlining, Segregation, Water, weather, White flight, White peopleLeave a comment

A History of the Climate Crisis and Environmental Racism in North Omaha

December 7, 2025December 20, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

North Omaha has suffered from deliberate neglect and environmental racism for over a century, leading to severe health disparities among its residents. Historical policies prioritized industrial growth over community wellbeing, resulting in toxic environments, high infant mortality rates, and persistent pollution. Recent efforts focus on addressing these inequities and promoting environmental justice. Continue reading A History of the Climate Crisis and Environmental Racism in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Government, Miller Park, Minne Lusa, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, Parks5 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Miller Park

November 28, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Miller Park in North Omaha has a long history. There is no single right way to write about it, and if, after you’re done reading this entire article, you disagree with the way I’ve written this history, I invite you to write your own version. This is a history of North Omaha’s Miller Park. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Miller Park

19th century, 20th century, Biographies, Florence, Government, Lost history, Mayors of Florence, Pioneer era, Politics, self-published, White peopleLeave a comment

The Mayors of Florence, Nebraska

October 27, 2024October 28, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Mayors of Florence, Nebraska, is a free e-book by historian Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com. Continue reading The Mayors of Florence, Nebraska

19th century, Activism, Black History, Black leader, Black people, Black politicians, Black spaces and places, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Culture, Enslaved Person, General history, Government, Legislators, Omaha, Pioneer era, Politics, Racism, Reconstruction, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Early Laws Enforcing Racial Discrimination in Omaha

October 5, 2024October 5, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of early laws enforcing racial discrimination in Omaha. Continue reading A History of Early Laws Enforcing Racial Discrimination in Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Biographies, Black businesses, Black businesspeople, Black spaces and places, clubs, Culture, Government, music, Near North Side, nightlife, North 24th Street, Ownership4 Comments

A Biography of Jimmy C. Jewell

August 30, 2024August 30, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Jimmy Jewell, Jr., an entertainment scion in North Omaha who was once called the “wealthiest Negro in Omaha.” Continue reading A Biography of Jimmy C. Jewell

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black History, Black people, events, Government, Lost history, Military, Pioneer era, ReconstructionLeave a comment

A History of Black Military Service Members in North Omaha

May 31, 2024June 2, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Black military service members in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Black Military Service Members in North Omaha

16th century, 17th century, 18th century, Americans, Black History, Black people, Black spaces and places, Enslaved Person, Ethnicities & Races, Europeans, French, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Immigrants, Lost history, Missouri River, Mormons, Native Americans, Omaha, Pioneer era, Racism, Spanish, White peopleLeave a comment

A History of Black People in the Omaha Area Before 1850

February 17, 2024December 30, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Black trappers, traders, pioneers, and farmers were in the Omaha area before the city was founded. This is a history of Black people in the Omaha area before 1854 by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com. Continue reading A History of Black People in the Omaha Area Before 1850

20th century, Activism, Black History, Catholics, Crime, Ethnicities & Races, Government, Immigrants, Italians, Jewish, Omaha, Organizations, Politics, RacismLeave a comment

A History of the Committee of 5,000

August 2, 2023April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Omaha’s historic homegrown hate group called the Committee of 5,000. Continue reading A History of the Committee of 5,000

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Buildings, Children, Culture, Education, Florence, Government, Listed on National Register of Historic Places, North 30th Street, Organizations, Senior citizens, Social halls, Students, Youth5 Comments

A History of the Florence Building

April 25, 2023April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Florence Main Street is filled with several important buildings that tell the neighborhood’s history from 1856 until today. One of the most important has been a social hall, gymnasium, public library, and is now a college. This is a history of the original Florence Community Center, also called the Florence Building. Continue reading A History of the Florence Building

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Activism, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, events, Fire stations, Government, Organizations, White peopleLeave a comment

A History of African American Firefighters in Omaha

January 17, 2023July 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of African American firefighters in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of African American Firefighters in Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black people, Crime, Government, Omaha Police Department, Politics, Racism, Segregation, societyLeave a comment

A History of African American Policemen in Omaha

January 12, 2023June 2, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of African American police officers in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of African American Policemen in Omaha

Biographies, Black History, Omaha Police Department, Poverty, RacismLeave a comment

A Biography of Boston Green

January 10, 2023April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

Activism, Black organizations, Black politicians, Forest Lawn burial, Government, PoliticsLeave a comment

A Biography of Millard Singleton

January 3, 2023April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Millard F. Singleton (1859-1939), a civic leader in North Omaha’s Black community. Continue reading A Biography of Millard Singleton

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black people, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Government, Immigrants, Jefferson Square, Lost history, Native Americans, North 16th Street, North Downtown, Parks, Poverty, society, White people2 Comments

A History of Jefferson Square Park

August 13, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Jefferson Square Park, the first park and the site of the first school in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Jefferson Square Park

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

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, 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

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Activism, Black History, Black people, Civil Rights Movement, Crime, Economics, General history, Government, Lost history, Near North Side, North Omaha, Omaha Police Department, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Poverty, Race riot, Racism, schools, Segregation, society, White people4 Comments

A History of Police Brutality in Omaha

March 14, 2022October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This article is a history of police brutality in Omaha, Nebraska, from 1887 to present. Continue reading A History of Police Brutality in Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Civic Infrastructure, Florence Boulevard, Government, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, real estate, Streets, White flightLeave a comment

A History of Boulevards in North Omaha

January 25, 2022October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the boulevard system in North Omaha, Nebraska. Established in 1889, it is currently experiencing a renaissance from interested groups and might possibly be refurbished by the City of Omaha. Continue reading A History of Boulevards in North Omaha

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, Black leader, Black people, Black politicians, Black spaces and places, Crime, Forest Lawn burial, General history, Government, Near North Side1 Comment

A Biography of North Omaha’s Ollie William Jackson

December 2, 2021April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Ollie Jackson was pinned with being a notorious criminal in the hire of Tom Dennison. This is his biography. Continue reading A Biography of North Omaha’s Ollie William Jackson

20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, Civic Infrastructure, Fontenelle Boulevard, Government, historic preservation, Parks, Streets, Transportation3 Comments

History of Fontenelle Boulevard

January 31, 2021June 11, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Fontenelle Boulevard from 1903 to the present. Continue reading History of Fontenelle Boulevard

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 buildings7 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, 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

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A Biography of Amos P. Scruggs

September 9, 2020October 4, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Amos Potter Scruggs (1875-1946) was a popular African American attorney and government official in Omaha from 1908 to 1934. Continue reading A Biography of Amos P. Scruggs

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

20th century, Activism, Black organizations, Black people, Economics, Government, historic preservation, Long School, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Poverty, Racism, Social services2 Comments

A History of the Lake-Charles Community Organization

December 9, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of a short-lived neighborhood association with a long shadow over the history of the Near North Side neighborhood. Continue reading A History of the Lake-Charles Community Organization

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, Cemeteries, Crime, Economics, ghosts, Government, historic preservation, Lost history, Poverty5 Comments

A History of the Potter’s Field in North Omaha

September 4, 2019April 25, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of charity burials of the unidentified and impoverished at Potter Field in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Potter’s Field in North Omaha

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, Ames Ave, Architecture, business, Civic Infrastructure, Fire stations, Lost history, Saratoga1 Comment

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

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

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Civic Infrastructure, Florence, Government, historic preservation, Missouri River, Streets, TransportationLeave a comment

A History of the Ponca Road

April 15, 2019July 17, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of North Omaha’s Ponca Road, providing an important lifeline in the Ponca Hills for more than a century! Continue reading A History of the Ponca Road

20th century, Black politicians, Government, Healthcare, Legislators1 Comment

A Biography of Dr. John A. Singleton, DDS

March 22, 2019July 31, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a biography of Dr. John A. Singleton, DDS, who represented North Omaha’s Ninth District in the Nebraska Legislature from 1926 to 1928. Continue reading A Biography of Dr. John A. Singleton, DDS

20th century, Biographies, Black businesses, Black politicians, Government, Politics2 Comments

A Biography of George W. Althouse

March 22, 2019December 12, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a biography of former Nebraska legislator George W. Althouse. He was the ninth African American representative from North Omaha. Continue reading A Biography of George W. Althouse

20th century, 21st century, Biographies, Black leader, Black politicians, Government, Law, Politics1 Comment

A Biography of Ernie Chambers

March 21, 2019January 27, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Nebraska legislator Ernie Chambers. Continue reading A Biography of Ernie Chambers

20th century, Americans, Biographies, Black people, Crime, Ethnicities & Races, Government, Lost history, OPD, Politics, Race riot, Racism, society5 Comments

A History of the Lynching of Will Brown

February 19, 2019May 31, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a summary of the lynching of Will Brown in 1919. Continue reading A History of the Lynching of Will Brown

20th century, 21st century, Activism, Americans, Biographies, Black History, Civil Rights Movement, Government, historic preservation, Lost history3 Comments

A History of Omaha’s Malcolm X Day

February 14, 2019June 5, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the observation of Omaha’s Malcolm X Day since 1968. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s Malcolm X Day

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Belt Line Railway, Carter Lake, Civic Infrastructure, East Omaha, Expo Grounds, Geography, Government, History of Nebraska, Industry, Lost history, Missouri River, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, Pioneer era, Poverty, Railroads, real estate, Saratoga, Settlements1 Comment

A History of Sulphur Springs, Nebraska

January 28, 2019February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Sulphur Springs was a settlement in the Nebraska Territory from 1854 to 1877. This article shares some of its history. Continue reading A History of Sulphur Springs, Nebraska

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, Biographies, Black History, Crime, Culture, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, North Omaha, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Racism, self-published, storytellingLeave a comment

“Framed” Chapter 24 by Michael Richardson

October 4, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Framed Chapter 24 by Michael Richardson. Continue reading “Framed” Chapter 24 by Michael Richardson

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

“Framed” Chapter 23 by Michael Richardson

June 4, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Chapter 24 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson. Continue reading “Framed” Chapter 23 by Michael Richardson

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Civic Infrastructure, East Omaha, Economics, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Neighborhoods, Poverty, Water1 Comment

A History of Omaha’s Winspear Triangle

May 2, 2018March 11, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Winspear Triangle was a contested land north of downtown, filled with poor people, planned with poor ideas and barely actualized in the present times. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s Winspear Triangle

18th century, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Belt Line Railway, Civic Infrastructure, East Omaha, Government, Lost history, Neighborhoods, Pioneer era, Railroads, Transportation2 Comments

A History of the North Omaha Bottoms

April 26, 2018August 7, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the North Omaha Bottoms, an area of the city not thought of much today, but once a key to its future! Continue reading A History of the North Omaha Bottoms

19th century, Crime, Government, Lost history, Pioneer era, storytelling6 Comments

A History of the Pinney Farm Murders

April 12, 2018October 30, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The murders of Allen and Dorothy Jones happened in 1890 at the Pinney Farm near Millard, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Pinney Farm Murders

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black History, Civil Rights Movement, Culture, Ethnicities & Races, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Racism, Segregation, societyLeave a comment

A Tour of the Omaha Civil Rights Movement

March 28, 2018October 30, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a tour of various sites associated with the Civil Rights movement in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A Tour of the Omaha Civil Rights Movement

20th century, Biographies, Black History, Crime, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Government, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Michael Richardson, Near North Side, OPD, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Poverty, Racism, self-published, society2 Comments

“FRAMED” Chapter 22 by Michael Richardson

February 27, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In this chapter, Mondo we Langa is quoted saying “…they simply could not let an African man who called police “pigs” get away with that.” Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 22 by Michael Richardson

18th century, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Biographies, Black History, Churches, Culture, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, General history, historic preservation, Lost history, North Omaha, OPD, Organizations, Pioneer era, Politics, Racism, Wealth26 Comments

A History of African American Firsts in Omaha

February 22, 2018February 3, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a list of African American firsts in Omaha. Continue reading A History of African American Firsts in Omaha

20th century, Black History, Crime, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, North Omaha, OPD, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Poverty, RacismLeave a comment

“FRAMED” Chapter 21 by Michael Richardson

February 22, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This chapter of FRAMED by Michael Richardson focuses on a lie told on the court stand… Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 21 by Michael Richardson

20th century, Black History, business, Civil Rights Movement, Crime, Education, Ethnicities & Races, Food, Government, Lost history, Near North Side, Neighborhoods, North 24th Street, Organizations, Politics, Racism, Religion, schools, Segregation, society, White flightLeave a comment

A Timeline of the Omaha DePorres Club

February 21, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a timeline of a 1950s-era civil rights group in Omaha called the DePorres Club. Continue reading A Timeline of the Omaha DePorres Club

20th century, Black History, Crime, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Poverty, RacismLeave a comment

“FRAMED” Chapter 20 by Michael Richardson

February 7, 2018February 22, 2018 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The trial testimony of Duane and Donald Peak focuses on them laughing at the death… Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 20 by Michael Richardson

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 buildings11 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

20th century, Black History, Crime, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, Near North Side, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Racism, self-published1 Comment

“FRAMED” Chapter 19 by Michael Richardson

January 30, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In chapter 19 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson, the murder trial begins… Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 19 by Michael Richardson

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Cuming Street, Ethnicities & Races, Government, Kellom Heights, Lost history, Neighborhoods, North 24th Street, White flight1 Comment

A History of North Omaha’s Kellom Heights Neighborhood

January 9, 2018September 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Kellom Heights neighborhood, including the pioneer era, the school and its redevelopment. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Kellom Heights Neighborhood

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

21st century, Biographies, Black History, Crime, Culture, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, Near North Side, North Omaha, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Race riot, Racism, self-published, storytelling4 Comments

“FRAMED” Chapter 18 by Michael Richardson

December 10, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In Chapter 18 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson, the story continues unfolding. Read this original true story thriller from North Omaha today! Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 18 by Michael Richardson

20th century, 21st century, Biographies, Black History, Black Panthers, Crime, Culture, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, Near North Side, North Omaha, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Race riot, Racism, self-published, storytelling2 Comments

“FRAMED” Chapter 17 by Michael Richardson

October 30, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is chapter 17 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson. It introduces the Congressional action against the Omaha Two, and more. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 17 by Michael Richardson

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

“FRAMED” Chapter 16 by Michael Richardson

October 23, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is FRAMED Chapter 16 by Michael Richardson. In this installment, arrests are made and fingers are pointed – again. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 16 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 15 by Michael Richardson

October 16, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Chapter 15 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson, covering the day Ed Poindexter was arrested. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 15 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 14 by Michael Richardson

October 6, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Presented in Chapter 14 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson is a smoking gun! Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 14 by Michael Richardson

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, 2017August 9, 2023 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

“FRAMED” Chapter 13 by Michael Richardson

October 3, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In Michael Richardson’s book FRAMED, Chapter 13 exposes detail galore. This chapter shows how! Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 13 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 12 by Michael Richardson

September 25, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Chapter 12 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson. In it, the author explores the role of Duane Peak and the FBI in the resulting coverup. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 12 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 11 by Michael Richardson

September 15, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

FRAMED, Chapter 11 was written by Michael Richardson. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 11 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 10 by Michael Richardson

September 8, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

“Angry Policemen Seek Deadly House Bomber,” screamed the Omaha World-Herald. 25 people in North Omaha were arrested. Here’s the actual list of suspects compiled by the Omaha Police Department. Discover what happened on the day patrolman Larry Minard, Sr. was killed. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 10 by Michael Richardson

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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

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“FRAMED” Chapter 9 by Michael Richardson

September 1, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Adam’s Note: This is Chapter 9 in the series on NorthOmahaHistory.com called Framed: J. Edgar Hoover, COINTELPRO and the Omaha Two Story. It was written by Michael Richardson. Learn more here. “I will never ever forgive the Black Panther Party for … Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 9 by Michael Richardson

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“FRAMED” Chapter 8 by Michael Richardson

August 25, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is FRAMED Chapter 8 by Michael Richardson, exposing the history of the FBI framing of the Omaha Two. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 8 by Michael Richardson

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“FRAMED”: Chapter 7 by Michael Richardson

August 18, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Chapter 7 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson, detailing the blatant framing of Mondo we Langa and Ed Pointdexter in the years before 1971. Continue reading “FRAMED”: Chapter 7 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED!” Chapter 6 by Michael Richardson

August 11, 2017February 3, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Chapter 6 of FRAMED! by Michael Richardson includes suspense, intrigue and conspiracy… Continue reading “FRAMED!” Chapter 6 by Michael Richardson

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“FRAMED” Chapter 5 by Michael Richardson

August 4, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Chapter 5 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 5 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 4 by Michael Richardson

August 1, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The fourth chapter of FRAMED by Michael Richardson continues detailing the FBI cover-up of Black Panthers in Omaha. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 4 by Michael Richardson

“FRAMED” Chapter 3 by Michael Richardson

July 22, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Chapter 3 of FRAMED by Michael Richardson introduces Mondo we Langa, formerly David Rice. Continue reading “FRAMED” Chapter 3 by Michael Richardson

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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

FRAMED: Chapter 2 by Michael Richardson

July 14, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is Framed, Chapter 2 by Michael Richardson. Continue reading FRAMED: Chapter 2 by Michael Richardson

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“Framed” Chapter 1 by Michael Richardson

July 7, 2017August 19, 2017 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is Framed, Chapter 1 by Michael Richardson. Continue reading “Framed” Chapter 1 by Michael Richardson

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A History of Higher Education in North Omaha

May 21, 2017October 9, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Colleges, universities and other higher education institutions are scattered throughout North Omaha history. Here’s a summary. Continue reading A History of Higher Education in North Omaha

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A History of North Omaha’s Kountze Park, Once Called Malcolm X Park

May 1, 2017August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Malcolm X Memorial Park sits in the heart of North Omaha’s Kountze Place. Discover why you don’t hear about it anymore. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Kountze Park, Once Called Malcolm X Park

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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

20th century, Carter Lake, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, East Omaha, Economics, Government, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Neighborhoods, Parks, Politics, Poverty4 Comments

A History of the CCC Camp in Omaha

March 30, 2017January 18, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

From 1935 to 1940, more than 200 workers lived in a CCC camp at Levi Carter Park. Here is a history of their time. Continue reading A History of the CCC Camp in Omaha

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A History of Streetcars in Benson

March 4, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Benson Motor Company operated on present-day Maple Street for more than two decades. Continue reading A History of Streetcars in Benson

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

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A History of the Omaha Black Panthers

November 28, 2016April 29, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Omaha Black Panthers struggled against white supremacy and oppression from their headquarters in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Omaha Black Panthers

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A History of the Fort Omaha Balloon School

November 21, 2016May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Drifting high above North Omaha for 12 years, dirigibles and balloons that were lighter than air showed how Fort Omaha was central to US Army experimentation. This article shares the short history of the balloon school that showed so much promise early on. Continue reading A History of the Fort Omaha Balloon School

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A Biography of Beverly Blackburn and a History of the JFK Rec Center

October 26, 2016February 17, 2025 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of an individual and the short-lived organization she created. It’s a story about the power, purpose and potential of young people in North Omaha, and the constant struggle between the City of Omaha and the Black community. This is a history of Beverly Blackburn (1937-1973) and the JFK Rec Center. Continue reading A Biography of Beverly Blackburn and a History of the JFK Rec Center

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A History of the Case of Rice and Poindexter in North Omaha

September 8, 2016April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Omaha, Nebraska, was founded on white supremacy. Since then, both formal and informal forces throughout the city have worked continuously to impose, maintain and expand white supremacy throughout the city, state and nation. The stories of Mondo we Langa and Ed Poindexter are examples of what that looks like. Understood in the context of North Omaha history, it is easy to see they aren’t the only examples; however, they are among the most powerful. Continue reading A History of the Case of Rice and Poindexter in North Omaha