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

A Biography of Bertha Calloway

February 5, 2020October 21, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of the Mormon Bridge in North Omaha

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A History of the Omaha View Neighborhood

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

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

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

A History of the Plum Nelly Area in North Omaha

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

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

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

A History of 1324 North 24th Street

January 13, 2020April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of Hope Lutheran Church

January 12, 2020May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of the Nite Hawkes Cafe in East Omaha

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

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

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

A History of the Monmouth Park Neighborhood

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

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

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

A History of the U.S. Brush Company

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

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, historic preservation, Lost history, North Omaha8 Comments

A History of Dumps in North Omaha

December 15, 2019April 25, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of legal and illegal dumps throughout history in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Dumps 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

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

A History of Creighton University

December 4, 2019November 14, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of Campion House in North Omaha

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of St. John’s Catholic Parish

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of the Creighton Observatory in North Omaha

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of Creighton Hall in North Omaha

December 3, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

A History of Creighton High School in North Omaha

December 3, 2019November 14, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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

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

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

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

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

A History of the Jewell Building and Dreamland Ballroom

November 4, 2019July 19, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

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

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, 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

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, 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, Ames Ave, Economics, Florence Boulevard, Lost history, Manufacturing, Saratoga2 Comments

A History of the Omaha Motor Car Company in North Omaha

August 21, 2019July 19, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

When the automobile industry was just getting started, every major city in the United States had at least one manufacturer. In Omaha, there were several including the Ottomobile, Ford trucks, and the Omaha Car, which lasted for just over a … Continue reading A History of the Omaha Motor Car Company in North Omaha

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, 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

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

Ames Ave, North 24th Street, Saratoga, schools, University of Omaha, White flight4 Comments

A History of Saratoga School

July 14, 2019August 9, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of Saratoga School at N. 25th and Meredith Ave in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Saratoga School

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

19th century, 20th century, business, Children's entertainment, Civic Infrastructure, Lost history, Near North Side1 Comment

A History of the Circus Grounds in North Omaha

May 21, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Circus Grounds at N. 20th and Paul Streets in North Omaha from the 1870s through the 1930s. Continue reading A History of the Circus Grounds 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, Biographies, Black people, Churches, Clubs, Education, History of Nebraska, Lost history, NAACP, Near North Side, Organizations, Religion, Segregation1 Comment

A Biography of Lucinda Williams nee Lucy Gamble

May 11, 2019July 31, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The vivid life of Lucy Gamble (1875-1958) included teaching, activism, church and much more. This is a bio! Continue reading A Biography of Lucinda Williams nee Lucy Gamble

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

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

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, 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

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, Ames Ave, Churches, Near North Side, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Mt. Calvary Community Church

March 22, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Mt. Calvary Community Church, a historic African American congregation in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Mt. Calvary Community Church

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

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

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

20th century, Black History, Black organizations, Civic Infrastructure, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Segregation, society2 Comments

A History of the Negro Women’s Christian Association of Omaha

January 31, 2019February 6, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A social force, culture builder, educational center and powerful advocacy base, the Negro YWCA was vital to African Americans advancement in Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Negro Women’s Christian Association of Omaha

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

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, 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

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

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

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

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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

“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, Americans, Biographies, business, Economics, Florence, Florence Field, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Miller Park, Minne Lusa, Missouri River, North 30th Street, Pioneer era, Politics, real estate, Saratoga, WealthLeave a comment

A Biography of James M. Parker

May 18, 2018October 3, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a biography of one of Florence’s most important historical figures. Continue reading A Biography of James M. Parker

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Ames Ave, business, Economics, Florence, General history, Lost history, Pioneer era, Wealth2 Comments

A History of the North Side Bank

May 18, 2018October 11, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The North Side Bank was a pioneer-era fixture that lasted in the the 1990s! Here’s its history. Continue reading A History of the North Side Bank

20th century, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Hospitals, Lost history, Organizations, Poverty, Segregation, society6 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Provident Hospital

May 10, 2018December 2, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

North Omaha’s Provident Hospital was an attempt to challenge the city’s racism. What happened? Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Provident Hospital

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

19th century, 20th century, Biographies, Carter Lake, East Omaha, Guest author, historic preservation, Industry, Jody Lovallo, Lost history, Missouri River, Parks, Wealth1 Comment

A Biography of Selina Carter Cornish by Jody Lovallo

May 3, 2018May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Selina Carter Cornish by Jody Lovallo. Continue reading A Biography of Selina Carter Cornish by Jody Lovallo

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, 2018August 20, 2026 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 20, 2026 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

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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

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

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

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, 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, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Geography, Lost history, Near North Side, Neighborhoods, Omaha Claim Club, Pioneer era, Politics, society1 Comment

A History of North Omaha’s Scriptown

January 22, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Scriptown in the Nebraska Territory. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Scriptown

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, 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

20th century, Ames Ave, Black businesses, business, Culture, Grocery store, Lost history, nightlife, North 24th Street, Organizations, Saratoga, society18 Comments

A History of King Solomon’s Mines in North Omaha

January 3, 2018August 9, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of King Solomon’s Mines, a nightclub open at 2425 Ames Avenue in North Omaha from 1970-1972. Continue reading A History of King Solomon’s Mines in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, Belt Line Railway, Economics, History of Nebraska, Industry, Transportation1 Comment

A History of Vehicles Made in North Omaha

December 14, 2017July 16, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Several car makers began in North Omaha, and this is their story. Stroud, Douglas and the Omaha Motor Company all called the community home. Find out why… Continue reading A History of Vehicles Made 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, Culture, Food, Fort Omaha, Italians, Miller Park, nightlife, North 30th Street, Restaurants, society6 Comments

A History of Mr. C’s Restaurant in North Omaha

December 6, 2017October 12, 2025 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a story of how Cirino and Giovanna Caniglia opened a bakery in Omaha in 1920, eventually evolving into Mr. C’s, an Italian steakhouse known for pizza and community, closing after 50 years in 2007. Continue reading A History of Mr. C’s Restaurant in North Omaha

20th century, Ames Ave, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Lost history, Monmouth Park, schools, White flight21 Comments

A History of Monmouth Park Elementary School

December 6, 2017September 1, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Monmouth Park School was open for 80 years, leaving indelible marks on the soul of North Omaha forever. Continue reading A History of Monmouth Park Elementary School

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