20th century, Apartments, Architecture, Demolished buildings, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Religion, Social services12 Comments

A History of the Creighton Working Girls Home

December 17, 2019September 6, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Creighton Working Girls Home and Chapel, which provided a paternalistic environment for newly arrived women in Omaha for several decades. Continue reading A History of the Creighton Working Girls Home

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, 21st century, Biographies, Black businesses, Black organizations, Black people, History of Nebraska, Near North Side, Poverty, Racism, Religion, Social services, society3 Comments

A Biography of Rodney S. Wead

December 11, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a biography of North Omaha community leader Rodney S. Wead (b. 1935). Continue reading A Biography of Rodney S. Wead

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, 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

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

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, Biographies, Black organizations, Economics, General history, Lost history, Segregation, Sports3 Comments

History of the Omaha Rockets Independent Black Baseball Team

August 25, 2019July 26, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Omaha Rockets, an independent Black baseball team from 1947 to 1950. Continue reading History of the Omaha Rockets Independent Black Baseball Team

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

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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

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

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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

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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

20th century, 21st century, Black organizations, Civil Rights Movement, General history, Lost history, NAACP, Politics, Racism, Wealth1 Comment

A History of the Omaha NAACP

May 15, 2019March 10, 2025 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Omaha NAACP chapter, including locations, people, successes and challenges since it was founded in 1915. Continue reading A History of the Omaha NAACP

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Activism, Architecture, Black churches, Buildings, Churches, Civil Rights Movement, Culture, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Lost history, NAACP, Near North Side, Organizations, Religion, Segregation, Wrecked buildings3 Comments

A History of St. Philip the Deacon Episcopal Church

May 11, 2019April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of a longtime, influential and successful segregated congregation called St Philip the Deacon Episcopal Church in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of St. Philip the Deacon Episcopal Church

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, Biographies, Black people, Black politicians, Economics, Lost history, North Omaha, Politics, Racism, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of North Omaha’s African American Legislators

March 18, 2019May 31, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a summary of the African American legislators representing North Omaha in the Nebraska Legislature. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s African American Legislators

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

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

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

Economics, Organizations, Poverty, Religion, society8 Comments

A History of the Wesley House in North Omaha

October 10, 2018December 11, 2019 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Wesley House, a modern-times org that rebuilt a neighborhood by changing lives. Continue reading A History of the Wesley House in North Omaha

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

“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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Economics, Historic houses, Kountze Place, Lost history, Normal house history, SegregationLeave a comment

A History of 3210 North 21st Street

May 16, 2018September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is the history of an average home in North Omaha, which is old but not remarkable. Continue reading A History of 3210 North 21st Street

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

20th century, Carter Lake, Culture, Demolished buildings, East Omaha, Economics, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Missouri River, music, Organizations, Prairie Park, Segregation, Social clubs, societyLeave a comment

A History of the Prairie Park Club

April 30, 2018October 31, 2025 Adam F.C. Fletcher

In the late 1900s, Omahans formed social clubs like the Prairie Park Club to enhance community ties. Established in 1909, it hosted numerous social events and activities. Learn what happened to it here. Continue reading A History of the Prairie Park Club

20th century, Carter Lake, Culture, East Omaha, Economics, Food, historic preservation, Lost history, Organizations, Politics, WaterLeave a comment

A History of the Omaha Rod and Gun Club

April 29, 2018August 7, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Omaha Rod and Gun Club stepped up to foster fun and good times in turn-of-the-century Omaha. Continue reading A History of the Omaha Rod and Gun Club

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Carter Lake, East Omaha, Economics, Lost history, music, Neighborhoods, nightlife, Organizations, Wealth11 Comments

A History of Omaha’s Courtland Beach

April 27, 2018August 20, 2026 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Omaha had a roller coaster, boardwalks and soft summer breezes relaxing the middle class masses. This place was called Courtland Beach. Continue reading A History of Omaha’s Courtland Beach

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

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Black History, Economics, Historic houses, Kountze Place, Lost history, Organizations, White flight, Wrecked buildings2 Comments

A History of North Omaha’s McLain Mansion

February 8, 2018January 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Many of Kountze Place’s finest homes are gone now, demolished by indifferent landowners and city planners who are blind to the value of the neighborhood. One of these homes stood at 2214 Wirt Street, and it was clearly one of … Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s McLain Mansion

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

20th century, 21st century, Black History, Economics, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Poverty, Racism, society, Sports, White flight1 Comment

A History of the Near North YMCA in North Omaha

February 6, 2018April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Near North Side YMCA was a staple of the community for more than 50 years. Here’s the story… Continue reading A History of the Near North YMCA in North Omaha

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

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

19th century, 20th century, Architecture, Economics, Historic houses, Kellom Heights, Lost history, real estate, Wealth, Wrecked buildingsLeave a comment

A History of the Thomas Mansion

January 9, 2018September 13, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Many of early Omaha’s wealthy builders built their mansions and estates in North Omaha. One of them was attorney Dexter L. Thomas (1841-1919). His large house at N. 27th Avenue and Nicholas Street was a landmark for years, surely inspiring … Continue reading A History of the Thomas Mansion

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, 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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, Food, Grocery store, Industry, Lost history, North Omaha, Pioneer era, Poverty, Race riot, Racism, society, Wealth51 Comments

A History of Grocery Stores in North Omaha

October 13, 2017August 31, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of how people get food in a North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of Grocery Stores in North Omaha

“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, 2017July 8, 2026 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

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Government, Kountze Place, Lost history, North 16th Street, North 24th Street, Parks, real estate5 Comments

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

20th century, 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, storytellingLeave a comment

“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

20th century, 21st century, Economics, Florence, Geography, Historic houses, Houses, Missouri River, North 30th Street, real estate, society, Wealth, Wyman Heights1 Comment

A History of Wyman Heights by Patrick Wyman

August 16, 2017July 4, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the Wyman Heights neighborhood in North Omaha by guest author Patrick Wyman. Continue reading A History of Wyman Heights by Patrick Wyman

“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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District, Cuming Street, Economics, Historic houses, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, White flight14 Comments

A History of the Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District in North Omaha

August 10, 2017November 14, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District is a jewel in the crown of North Omaha history. This is a summary of its history. Continue reading A History of the Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Biographies, Black History, Crime, Culture, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, North Omaha, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Race riot, Racism, self-published, storytelling1 Comment

“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

20th century, 21st century, Economics, Florence Field, Historic houses, Normal house historyLeave a comment

A History of 6711 North 31st Avenue

July 24, 2017September 6, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

This is a history of the house at 6711 North 31st Avenue in North Omaha, Nebraska. Continue reading A History of 6711 North 31st Avenue

“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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Belt Line Railway, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, General history, Intersections, Lost history, North 40th Street, North Omaha, Theatres, White flight14 Comments

A History of the Intersection at North 40th and Hamilton Streets

July 21, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The intersection of 40th and Hamilton has a rich legacy affecting several neighborhoods. This is a history of this historic district. Continue reading A History of the Intersection at North 40th and Hamilton Streets

20th century, 21st century, Central Park, Economics, Fontenelle View, Government, Historic houses, Lost history, Normal house history, North Omaha, Omaha Municipal Land Bank1 Comment

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

20th century, 21st century, Biographies, Black History, Crime, Culture, Economics, Government, Lost history, Michael Richardson, Poindexter and we Langa, Politics, Race riot, Racism, self-published, storytelling5 Comments

“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

19th century, 20th century, Crime, Culture, Economics, Ethnicities & Races, History of Nebraska, Lost history, society5 Comments

A History of Bombings in Omaha

June 5, 2017October 9, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

For almost a century, bombings plagued Omaha, Nebraska. This is a summary of what happened. Continue reading A History of Bombings in Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Florence Field, Historic houses, historic preservation, Neighborhoods, North 30th Street4 Comments

A History of Florence Field in North Omaha

May 25, 2017May 30, 2023 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The biggest subdivision in Omaha’s history in 1926, Florence Field was an Army balloon field, then home to 1,100 lots. Here’s the story! Continue reading A History of Florence Field in North Omaha

20th century, Black History, business, Cafes, Crime, Economics, Food, Lost history, North 24th Street1 Comment

A History of North Omaha’s Live Wire Cafe

May 13, 2017January 17, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

The Live Wire Cafe succeeded in a place during a time when other businesses were fleeing. Here’s the history of this North Omaha business. Continue reading A History of North Omaha’s Live Wire Cafe

20th century, 21st century, Culture, Economics, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Long School, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Politics, Racism, society, Wealth, White flight2 Comments

A History of Ak-Sar-Ben in North Omaha

May 11, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Examining the rise and fall of North Omaha requires a long and complicated journey through politics, culture, economics and more. One of the important early anchors of the community demonstrated the ability of one organization to steer things astray. Opening … Continue reading A History of Ak-Sar-Ben in North Omaha

1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Expo Grounds, Government, historic preservation, History of Nebraska, Kountze Place, Lost history, Parks, Politics, society, White flight1 Comment

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, business, Carter Lake, Culture, East Omaha, Economics, Food, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Missouri River, Neighborhoods, North 16th Street, Poverty, society, Water15 Comments

A History of Truck Farms in East Omaha

April 27, 2017February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

One part of Omaha has stayed in touch with its agricultural roots for more than a century. This is a history of small family farms and the changing landscape in East Omaha. Continue reading A History of Truck Farms in East Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Belt Line Railway, business, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, General history, History of Nebraska, Industry, Lost history, Missouri River, society, Transportation67 Comments

A History of Railroads in North Omaha

April 26, 2017May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

Its an understatement to say that railroads helped build North Omaha; they were absolutely vital. Here’s a summary of their history. Continue reading A History of Railroads in North Omaha

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, business, Churches, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, General history, Grocery store, historic preservation, Intersections, Lost history, Miller Park, nightlife, North 24th Street, Racism, society, Theatres, White flight9 Comments

A History of the Intersection of North 24th and Fort Streets

April 26, 2017May 30, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a history of the buildings at North 24th and Fort Streets in the Miller Park neighborhood. Continue reading A History of the Intersection of North 24th and Fort Streets

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Culture, Economics, General history, historic preservation, Lost history, Near North Side, Organizations, Poverty, societyLeave a comment

A History of the North Omaha Gene Eppley Boys Club

April 6, 2017April 23, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

The North Omaha Gene Eppley Boys’ Club was the cradle of youth engagement for a generation of young men. This is a history of the facility. Continue reading A History of the North Omaha Gene Eppley Boys Club

20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Civic Infrastructure, Economics, Government, North 30th Street, Politics, Poverty, Racism, society1 Comment

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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Culture, Economics, Florence, Historic houses, society, Wealth6 Comments

A History of the Lantry – Thompson Mansion in North Omaha

April 1, 2017December 10, 2024 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Land speculators snatched up a lot of North Omaha legally and illegally in the 1900s. Victor Lantry was one of them, and built a massive mansion to celebrate his wealth. Here’s his story. Continue reading A History of the Lantry – Thompson Mansion in North Omaha

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

19th century, 20th century, Benson, Civic Infrastructure, Culture, Economics, Government, History of Nebraska, Lost history, North Omaha, society, Transportation1 Comment

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, Americans, Economics, English, Florence, French, Fur trading, History of Nebraska, Lost history, Missouri River, Native Americans, Racism6 Comments

A History of Cabanné’s Trading Post in North Omaha

February 17, 2017February 4, 2025 Adam Fletcher Sasse

This is a short history of Cabanne’s Post in North Omaha. Continue reading A History of Cabanné’s Trading Post in North Omaha

20th century, business, Culture, Economics, Food, Industry, Lost history, society25 Comments

A History of Reed’s Ice Cream in Omaha

February 1, 2017March 10, 2020 Adam F.C. Fletcher

Reed’s Ice Cream was a business in Omaha for more than 25 years. This article is about their business in North Omaha specifically… Continue reading A History of Reed’s Ice Cream in 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

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Black History, Churches, Culture, historic preservation, Near North Side, Politics, Poverty, Religion, society3 Comments

History of Zion Baptist Church in North Omaha

December 21, 2016July 22, 2024 Adam Fletcher Sasse

A leader among the bedrock institutions of North Omaha is Zion Baptist Church. One of the oldest congregations in Omaha, it was founded in 1884 and became the largest Black church in Omaha by 1900. It’s landmark building at 2215 Grant Street was designed by North Omaha native “Cap” Clarence Wigington, and its mission is still distinctly relevant more than 125 years after it was founded. Continue reading History of Zion Baptist Church in North Omaha

19th century, 20th century, 21st century, Architecture, Churches, Miller Park, North 24th Street, Poverty, White flight10 Comments

A History of Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church in North Omaha

December 6, 2016August 8, 2022 Adam F.C. Fletcher

From the 1890s through the 2000s, Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church stood as a beacon in North Omaha. This is it’s history. Continue reading A History of Pearl Memorial United Methodist Church in North Omaha

Crime, Culture, Economics, Government, Kountze Place, Lost history, North 24th Street, Politics15 Comments

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