The current DCHS exhibit highlights Omaha's historic streetcar system. Active from the 1860s until 1955, Omaha's streetcar lines were once the primary way for Omaha residents to get around town. They were used to commute to work, to go grocery shopping, and to go to church. The exhibit contains photos of Omaha's streetcar heyday and […]
Douglas County Historical Society will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
History and Appreciation of Antiques – Flint Glass 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 and Appreciation of Antiques – Flint Glass 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 and Appreciation of Antiques – Rare China Serving Pieces 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 […]
History and Appreciation of Antiques – Rare China Serving Pieces 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 […]
History and Appreciation of Antiques – Puzzles & Blocks 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 […]
History and Appreciation of Antiques – Puzzles & Blocks 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 […]
History and Appreciation of Antiques – Polychromatic Transfer Ware 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 […]
History and Appreciation of Antiques – Polychromatic Transfer Ware 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 […]
Opening Day for DCHS's latest exhibit is Sunday, June 27th! Come to the General Crook House Museum between 1-4 pm and be the first to see Rooted in Diversity: Douglas County's Ethnic Heritage. This year's exhibit will feature displays highlighting some of Omaha's many communities, from its earliest settlers, including the Irish and German, to […]
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 today and tomorrow. Please […]
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 today and tomorrow. Please […]