20th century, 4CL, Activism, Americans, Black culture, Black History, Black leader, Black ministers, Black people, Civil Rights Movement, events, Racism, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Malcolm X’s June 30, 1964, Appearance in Omaha

April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

In 1964, El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz returned to his Omaha birthplace to deliver a potent “Warning to White America.” While the Omaha Star highlighted his substance and self-defense advocacy, the World-Herald used sensationalism and bias to fuel decades of local resistance. This is an account of the occasion. Continue reading A History of Malcolm X’s June 30, 1964, Appearance in Omaha

18th century, 19th century, 20th century, African Methodist Episcopal, Baptist, Black businesses, Black churches, Black communities, Black culture, Black History, Black people, Black spaces and places, Culture, Enslaved Person, events, Geography, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Military, Ownership, Racism, Segregation, Settlements, society, weatherLeave a comment

A History of Rural Black Nebraska

April 2, 2026April 8, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The history of African Americans in rural Nebraska encompasses a resilient existence from the territorial period through the early 20th century. This article shares stories of migration, homesteading, and the establishment of all-Black towns. and explores the systemic racism and environmental challenges ultimately dismantled these communities. Today, the heritage of Black pioneers in Nebraska is largely forgotten. Continue reading A History of Rural Black Nebraska

20th century, Activism, Black activists, Black History, Black leader, Civic Infrastructure, events, Integration, Scandinavians, Segregation, Students, YouthLeave a comment

A History of the Omaha Bus Boycott

December 18, 2025December 20, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Omaha Bus Boycott from 1952 to 1954 was a crucial yet overlooked Civil Rights movement. It successfully challenged employment discrimination in public transit, inspiring a collective economic action that transformed labor dynamics in Nebraska and shaped future activism. Continue reading A History of the Omaha Bus Boycott

Americans, Black History, Black people, events, History of Nebraska, Lost historyLeave a comment

Nebraska Black History

December 3, 2025December 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The history of African Americans in Nebraska showcases resilience amidst systemic racism and violence. Despite facing persistent discrimination, Black people have contributed significantly to civil rights, economic growth, cultural achievements, and much more, shaping Nebraska’s identity and legacy. This is Nebraska Black History by Adam Fletcher Sasse. Continue reading Nebraska Black History

20th century, American Legion Post #30, Black History, Black people, events, Military, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of Omaha’s African American Service Members in World War I

June 2, 2025June 2, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of Omaha’s African American service members in World War 1 by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s African American Service Members in World War I

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

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, Demolished buildings, Industry, Kountze Place, Neoclassical or Classical RevivalLeave a comment

A History of the Mines and Mining Building

May 30, 2023April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is an article about the Mines and Mining Building at the 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition. Continue reading A History of the Mines and Mining 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

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, Black History, Culture, events, Politics, Racism1 Comment

The 1898 Congress of White and Colored Americans in Omaha

January 3, 2023October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the 1898 Congress of White and Colored Americans in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading The 1898 Congress of White and Colored Americans in Omaha

20th century, business, East Omaha, events, Transportation4 Comments

A History of an Air Field in East Omaha

October 2, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Pulitzer Field, aka Olson Field, aka Steele Field in East Omaha. Continue reading A History of an Air Field in East Omaha

19th century, events, Geography, historic preservation, Lost history, North 16th Street4 Comments

A History of the Sebastapol Amphitheater in North Omaha

August 24, 2022April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Sebastapol Amphitheater in North Omaha, Nebraska, where thousands were entertained in 1888. Continue reading A History of the Sebastapol Amphitheater in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Black History, Black leader, Black organizations, Black people, Black spaces and places, events, History of Nebraska, music, nightlife, North 24th Street, North 30th Street, Organizations, Parades, Social clubs1 Comment

A History of the Native Omahans Festival

August 1, 2022October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Native Omaha Festival, which has happened biennially in North Omaha, Nebraska since 1976. Continue reading A History of the Native Omahans Festival

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, business, Civic Infrastructure, Crime, Demolished buildings, East Omaha, Economics, Historic districts, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, Pioneer era, White people14 Comments

A History of the Sherman Neighborhood

June 25, 2022June 3, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the Sherman neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of the Sherman Neighborhood

21st century, Black culture, Black History, Black organizations, Black spaces and places, Carter Lake, Culture, events, historic preservation, Organizations, society2 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s Stone Soul Picnic

May 17, 2022October 9, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Black people in Omaha have celebrated, uplifted and empowered Black culture in the city for more than 150 years. Sometimes there are events and places that become synonymous with these celebrations. One of these happened for more than 25 years. … Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Stone Soul Picnic

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, Biographies, business, doctors, History of Nebraska, Miller Park, Newspapers, Pioneer era, Politics, Racism, Railroads, real estate, Wealth, White people3 Comments

A Biography of Dr. George L. Miller

November 30, 2020January 19, 2026 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of Dr. George L. Miller (1830-1920), a prominent businessman and controversial racist from Omaha’s history. Continue reading A Biography of Dr. George L. Miller

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Ames Avenue, Architecture, Belt Line, Buildings, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Expo Grounds, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Houses, Industry, Intersections, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, Omaha & Council Bluffs Street Railway Co., Organizations, Politics, Saratoga, Wealth, White flightLeave a comment

A Timeline of the History of Saratoga

May 16, 2020August 31, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a timeline of the history of the Saratoga neighborhood in North Omaha, including the intersection of 24th and Ames. Included here are events, places and people central to the neighborhood’s existence as a pioneer town, leafy suburb, and a seemingly abandoned urban neighborhood. Continue reading A Timeline of the History of Saratoga

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, Black people, Black spaces and places, Culture, Demolished buildings, General history, historic preservation, Racism2 Comments

A History of the Old Plantation in North Omaha

March 15, 2020August 10, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Old Plantation, a display at the Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition in North Omaha in 1898. Continue reading A History of the Old Plantation in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Art, Buildings, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, North Omaha1 Comment

Historic Postcards from North Omaha

December 13, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a collection of postcards of North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading Historic Postcards from 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

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

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People, places and events from the history of North Omaha, Nebraska by Adam Fletcher Sasse

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