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The General Crook House Museum and Library Archives Center will be closed Monday, January 22nd due to inclement weather.
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History & Appreciation of Antiques: Victorian & Edwardian Silver Jewelry
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesHistory and Appreciation of Antiques Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for […]
eBay Selling Class- FULL
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesTeacher: Pat Pixley $50.00 due one week before class Students will learn how to sell on eBay with detailed instruction and individual help that will guide you step by step through the process. You will need to be registered for eBay and PayPal verified. Bring you laptop computer or iPad, digital camera, cords, manual, and […]
History & Appreciation of Antiques: Victorian & Edwardian Silver Jewelry
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesHistory and Appreciation of Antiques Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for […]
History & Appreciation of Antiques: Battenberg Lace
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesHistory and Appreciation of Antiques Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for […]
January Reader’s Circle: Reckless Creed by Alex Kava
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesDCHS Reader’s Circle is a monthly book club focusing on authors and stories from Douglas County and Nebraska. Reader’s Circle meets 12 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month at the General Crook House Museum in the Education Room. If you are interested in participating in Reader’s Circle, please call us at 402-455-9990, ext. 103 or email Outreach@DouglasCoHistory.org. […]
History & Appreciation of Antiques: Battenberg Lace
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesHistory and Appreciation of Antiques Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for […]
History & Appreciation of Antiques: Custard, Chocolate, & Slag Glass
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesHistory and Appreciation of Antiques Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for […]
History & Appreciation of Antiques: Custard, Chocolate, & Slag Glass
General Crook House Museum 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, United StatesHistory and Appreciation of Antiques Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for […]
Second Sunday Series: Omaha’s Forgotten Suffrage Leader
Building 10, Rm 110 Fort Omaha 30th and FortDoris Stevens was born in Omaha in 1892 and graduated from high school in 1905. She was one of the most influential leaders in getting women the right to vote and worked internationally for women's equality. Come hear Sally Bisson-Best, J.D., Associate Professor at College of Saint Mary, discuss the life and influence of Doris […]