Category: North Omaha
-
History of Social Clubs and Social Halls in North Omaha
This is a history of the social clubs in North Omaha from the 1860s through present times.
-
A History of Redlining in Omaha
The history of North Omaha includes redlining starting during the 1920s, and being made illegal in the 1960s. This article explores that history, including the context in which it happened and some of the outcomes.
-
A History of the Fort Street Special School for Incorrigible Boys in North Omaha
Just like school districts everywhere, Omaha Public Schools has had a challenge serving disengaged students ever since students were mandated to go to school by compulsory school law. In Nebraska, that year was 1887. After a few decades, they had an answer to the challenge these students posed. This is a history of the Fort Street Special School for Incorrigible Boys.
-
A History of Kiddieland and the Pleasure Pier in East Omaha
In the 1950s and 60s, the Kiddieland and Pleasure Pier at Carter Lake Park in Omaha, Nebraska, were a veritable wonderful of fun and good times.
-
A History of the North Omaha Riots
Because of when the riots happened and what they did, there are scars on North O that that haven’t healed almost 50 years later. Here’s a history of what happened.
-
A North Omaha History Map
Here’s a special treat for readers. Following is a map of historic places in North Omaha created on Google Maps.
-
A History of Community Leaders in North Omaha
Today, leaders in North Omaha continue to grow the heart and soul of the community. This article explores what’s happened before…
-
A History of Fur Trading in North Omaha
North Omaha’s history began 50 years before the city was a city. North Omaha’s fur trading roots still affect the community today. Here’s the story…