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Category: Streets
These are articles about the streets in North Omaha, including the boulevards, avenues, parkways, freeways, and more.
A History of the Parkside Cafe in North Omaha
The Parkside Cafe was located at 4438 Ames Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska, from 1959 to 1976.
A History of the Intersection at North 40th and Ames Avenue
Some intersections have always been busy. For more than 130 years, the intersection bordering Fontenelle View, Central Park, and Benson has been one of those busy places. This is a history of the intersection at North 40th and Ames Avenue.
A History of the Florence Mill
While there are iconic places throughout North Omaha, some stand taller than all others. For more than 150 years, the Florence neighborhood has been home to one of these icons. This is a history of the Florence Mill.
A History of the Sherman Neighborhood
This is a history of the Sherman neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska.
A History of 2621 North 16th Street
Here is a history of one of the buildings that’s been gone from North Omaha for more than 40 years, 2621 North 16th Street.
A History of the Clifton Hill Neighborhood in North Omaha
This is a history of the Clifton Hill neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska, founded in 1885.
A History of the Military Theater
This is a history of the Military Theater, which operated from 1928 to 1975 in North Omaha. Today the building is home to Grace Apostolic Church.
A History of the Military Road in North Omaha
This is a history of Military Road aka Military Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska.
A History of the Holy Angels Parish in North Omaha
This is a history of the former Holy Angels Catholic parish in North Omaha, Nebraska from 1910-1981.
A History of 4225 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha
This is a history of 4225 Florence Boulevard in the Saratoga neighborhood of North Omaha, Nebraska.
A History of Metoyer’s BBQ
This is a history of Metoyer’s BBQ in North Omaha, Nebraska, which was open from 1958 to 1985.
A History of Battiato’s Super Market
This is a history of Battiato’s Super Market on Ames Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska.
A History of the Calhoun Hotel
This is a history of the Calhoun Hotel, a Black hotel at 2423 Lake Street in North Omaha from 1946 to 1962.
A History of the 3006 Building in North Omaha
This is a history of the historic storefronts located at N. 24th and Binney Streets in North Omaha, Nebraska.
A History of Boulevards in North Omaha
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.
A History of Relations between Jews and African Americans in Omaha
This is a history of relations between Black people and Jews in Omaha, Nebraska. It details instances, occasions, places and spaces where the Jewish community interacted with the Black community in the city.
A History of the Grand Theater
This is a history of the Grand Theater near N. 16th and Locust. It was open from 1914 to 1931, and stands still today.
A History of the Beacon Theater
This is a history of the Beacon Theater in North Omaha, Nebraska.
A History of La Rue’s in North Omaha
This is a history of LaRue’s Cafe and LaRue’s Scalp Treatment in North Omaha.
A History of 4402 Florence Boulevard in North Omaha
Today it looks like a bland industrial space along a decrepit street in a rundown part of Omaha. However, once this gigantic building was a foothold into the middle class for hundreds of workers; and again it was a warehouse to store parts for the homes of thousands across the community. Soon it will have a new future as a tribute to a community scion and African American icon for all times. This is a history of 4402 Florence Boulevard in the Saratoga Belt Line Historic District of North Omaha.
A History of The Climmie
This is a history the Climmie, a rowhouse at 2514 N. 16th St. in North Omaha, Nebraska.
History of Beal’s Grill
This is a history of the popular Beal’s Grill, a longtime mainstay near Creighton University at N. 24th and California Streets.
History of the Forbes Bakery, Ak-Sar-Ben Bakery, and Royal Bakery
This is a history of Forbes Bakery in North Omaha from 1921 through 1938.
History of the Bedford Place Neighborhood
This is a history of the Bedford Place neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska.
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