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Hand-Painted Signs of Blackstone
The Blackstone District is no stranger to change and revitalization. Its modest history begins in the 1880s when families migrated from South Omaha and constructed large brick homes in what was then considered to be West Omaha. The…
Historic Chapel
Nebraska is often described as a “fly over state” with very little going on in the way of cultural and artistic expression. When you are busy flying over in your cramped coach seat, you miss the beautiful and often subtle representations of artistic…
Featured Tours
A Century of Lead Rain: Omaha's Industrial Legacy
2 Locations ~ Curated by Robyn Tait, Fiona Smith, Dee DamskovPublic Art & Handcrafted History
3 Locations ~ Curated by Ronny Divis, Elizabeth Fiala, and Kenzie TedrowNebraska Historical
A project by Jason A. HepplerNebraska Historical is a free mobile app that puts Nebraska's history at your fingertips, allowing you to explore the people, places, and moments that have shaped the region's history. Learn about the history of Nebraska through map-based multimedia presentations, use social media to share your stories, and experience curated historical tours of the region. Most of the content here is generated by students at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. It is a work in progress, so be sure to check in frequently for new tours and stories.
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