This is a history of the Wyman Heights neighborhood in North Omaha by guest author Patrick Wyman.
Category: Geography
These are articles related to the geography of North Omaha.
The Lost Monument by Michele Wyman
The Omaha history mystery of the lost monument is unravelled by guest author Michele Wyman.
A History of Truck Farms in East Omaha
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.
A History of Railroads in North Omaha
Its an understatement to say that railroads helped build North Omaha; they were absolutely vital. Here’s a summary of their history.
A History of Cabanné’s Trading Post in North Omaha
This is a short history of Cabanne’s Post in North Omaha.
A History of North Omaha’s Fort Lisa
This is a history of North Omaha’s Fort Lisa, including its location, history and more.
A History of the Minne Lusa Creek in North Omaha
The Minne Lusa Creek used to run wild through North Omaha. Here’s its short story…
A History of the Omaha Municipal Beach
Located at 809 Carter Lake Drive North, Municipal Beach was a success, and for decades on every good swimming day all summer long a thousand people swamped Omaha’s Municipal Beach to enjoy sun, fun and good times. It was located there from 1919 through to the 1950s, enjoying massive popularity, an influx of money from the US federal government, and a place in many older peoples’ memories still today.
A History of Carter Lake
Everything begins somewhere. For Omaha’s Carter Lake, it was as a fun-filled day in the water for all kinds of people. Following is the early history of the place. It includes a waterfront boardwalk, hotels, a resort, clubs and an amusement park.