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SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 13th & Thursday\, October 15th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 2 — Coverlets\nBeautiful\, functional\, and often passed down through generations\, antique coverlets are much more than something that once kept a family warm. \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 2 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Coverlets. Take a closer look at the patterns\, weaving techniques\, materials\, colors\, and craftsmanship found in these historic textiles and discover what they can reveal about the people\, places\, and periods in which they were made. \nFrom treasured family heirlooms to pieces discovered tucked away in antique shops\, coverlets offer a fascinating glimpse into textile history and everyday life. \nTuesday\, October 139:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 151:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \n$8 DCHS Members | $15 Non-Members \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-8/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T160000
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SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 13th & Thursday\, October 15th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 2 — Coverlets\nBeautiful\, functional\, and often passed down through generations\, antique coverlets are much more than something that once kept a family warm. \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 2 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Coverlets. Take a closer look at the patterns\, weaving techniques\, materials\, colors\, and craftsmanship found in these historic textiles and discover what they can reveal about the people\, places\, and periods in which they were made. \nFrom treasured family heirlooms to pieces discovered tucked away in antique shops\, coverlets offer a fascinating glimpse into textile history and everyday life. \nTuesday\, October 139:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 151:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \n$8 DCHS Members | $15 Non-Members \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-8/2026-10-13/2/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T120000
DTSTAMP:20261005T160242Z
CREATED:20261005T160229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T160242Z
UID:10005114-1791883800-1791892800@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 13th & Thursday\, October 15th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 2 — Coverlets\nBeautiful\, functional\, and often passed down through generations\, antique coverlets are much more than something that once kept a family warm. \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 2 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Coverlets. Take a closer look at the patterns\, weaving techniques\, materials\, colors\, and craftsmanship found in these historic textiles and discover what they can reveal about the people\, places\, and periods in which they were made. \nFrom treasured family heirlooms to pieces discovered tucked away in antique shops\, coverlets offer a fascinating glimpse into textile history and everyday life. \nTuesday\, October 139:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 151:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \n$8 DCHS Members | $15 Non-Members \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-8/2026-10-13/1/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T150000
DTSTAMP:20260916T175055Z
CREATED:20260916T174542Z
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SUMMARY:Second Sunday Talks
DESCRIPTION:Second Sunday Talks:\nThe Story of the Omaha Stockyards\nwith Gary Kastrick\n \nFor generations\, the Omaha Stockyards were more than a place where livestock was bought and sold\, they helped shape South Omaha\, fueled its incredible growth\, provided livelihoods for thousands of families\, and left an unmistakable mark on the city we know today. \nAt their height\, Omaha’s stockyards became the largest livestock market in the world. But behind that extraordinary rise is a much bigger story\, one filled with ambitious businessmen\, packing houses\, immigrant communities\, booming neighborhoods\, hard work\, and eventually\, dramatic change. \nJoin us for our October Second Sunday Talk as Gary Kastrick takes us into the fascinating history of the Omaha Stockyards and the community that grew up around them. Whether you remember the Stockyards yourself\, grew up hearing family stories about them\, or have always wondered about this enormous piece of Omaha’s past\, this is one you won’t want to miss! \nAbout the Speaker \nGary Kastrick is a retired South High School social studies teacher\, former Director of Project OMAHA\, Creighton University methods instructor\, and recognized expert on the history of South Omaha. During his 28 years at South High\, he helped develop Project OMAHA\, which created the nation’s first local history museum inside a school and was later recognized by Apple as one of the country’s top educational projects. \nA popular historian\, speaker\, and tour guide\, Gary has shared South Omaha’s history throughout the community and received numerous honors for his work in education and historic preservation\, including the Nebraska Historical Society’s James Olson Award\, UNO’s Community Service Award\, and induction into the South High School Alumni Association Hall of Fame in 2014. \nCome hear the story of an industry that didn’t just help build South Omaha\, it helped build Omaha. \nDCHS Members: FREE | Non-Members: $5 Suggested Donation \nRegister Now
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/second-sunday-talks-15/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Community College\, Building 10\, Room 110\, 32nd and Sorenson Parkway\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Sunday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T203000
DTSTAMP:20260921T141703Z
CREATED:20260915T211232Z
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SUMMARY:Fort Omaha After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Fort Omaha After Dark\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n						October 8th\n						\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Details:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 October 8th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Meet in front of the Crook House Museum $30 per person (plus tax) \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nSome places grow quiet after dark. Fort Omaha begins telling a different story.\nFort Omaha After Dark is back Thursday\, October 8!\n \nJoin the Douglas County Historical Society and Jamie Nestroyl of Midwest Paranormal History Tours for a 90 minute historical paranormal walking tour through Fort Omaha and along historic Officers Row.\n\nAs evening settles over the grounds\, Jamie will share the history of Fort Omaha alongside accounts of unusual and unexplained experiences reported by people who have worked there\, spent time inside the buildings\, and know this historic property well.\n\nWhat have people heard when no one else was around? What have they seen that they still cannot quite explain? And what stories continue to be passed along by those who know Fort Omaha best?\n\nThis is not a ghost hunt. Fort Omaha After Dark explores the paranormal through a historical lens\, weaving documented history and personal accounts together while experiencing Officers Row and the surrounding grounds in an entirely different way.\n\nSome stories will fascinate you. Some may surprise you. And a few might have you looking at those historic windows a little differently on the walk back. After Dark does not necessarily mean it will be completely dark outside. It is about experiencing Fort Omaha as evening settles over Officers Row and history\, atmosphere\, and the unexplained begin to intersect.\n\nThursday\, October 87:00 to 8:30 PM\n\nThis is an outdoor walking tour\, and guests will be on their feet for the full 90 minutes. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended.\n\nTickets will go on sale Monday\, September 21st. \nOur previous Fort Omaha After Dark sold out quickly\, so grab yours before they disappear.\n\nHistory leaves traces.\nSome are easier to explain than others.\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Buy Tickets
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/fort-omaha-after-dark-3/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:After Dark
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20261005T155824Z
CREATED:20261005T155811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T155824Z
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SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 6th & Thursday\, October 8th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 1 — Chamber Sets\nBefore indoor plumbing became commonplace\, the bedroom held a very different set of everyday necessities! \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 1 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Chamber Sets. Discover the pitchers\, wash basins\, chamber pots\, soap dishes\, and other coordinated pieces that once played an important role in daily routines. Learn about their uses\, materials\, decorative styles\, and what these beautiful … and very practical … sets can tell us about changing ideas of comfort\, cleanliness\, and life at home. \nWhether you collect antique ceramics\, enjoy learning about Victorian domestic life\, or simply love discovering the purpose behind unusual objects from the past\, this class is sure to be fascinating. \nTuesday\, October 69:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 81:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \n$8 DCHS Members | $15 Non-Members \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-7/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T160000
DTSTAMP:20261006T142633Z
CREATED:20261006T142632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T142633Z
UID:10005112-1791293400-1791302400@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 6th & Thursday\, October 8th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 1 — Chamber Sets\nBefore indoor plumbing became commonplace\, the bedroom held a very different set of everyday necessities! \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 1 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Chamber Sets. Discover the pitchers\, wash basins\, chamber pots\, soap dishes\, and other coordinated pieces that once played an important role in daily routines. Learn about their uses\, materials\, decorative styles\, and what these beautiful … and very practical … sets can tell us about changing ideas of comfort\, cleanliness\, and life at home. \nWhether you collect antique ceramics\, enjoy learning about Victorian domestic life\, or simply love discovering the purpose behind unusual objects from the past\, this class is sure to be fascinating. \nTuesday\, October 69:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 81:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \n$8 DCHS Members | $15 Non-Members \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-7-3/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261006T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T142435Z
CREATED:20261006T142433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T142435Z
UID:10005111-1791279000-1791288000@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 6th & Thursday\, October 8th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 1 — Chamber Sets\nBefore indoor plumbing became commonplace\, the bedroom held a very different set of everyday necessities! \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 1 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Chamber Sets. Discover the pitchers\, wash basins\, chamber pots\, soap dishes\, and other coordinated pieces that once played an important role in daily routines. Learn about their uses\, materials\, decorative styles\, and what these beautiful … and very practical … sets can tell us about changing ideas of comfort\, cleanliness\, and life at home. \nWhether you collect antique ceramics\, enjoy learning about Victorian domestic life\, or simply love discovering the purpose behind unusual objects from the past\, this class is sure to be fascinating. \nTuesday\, October 69:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 81:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \n$8 DCHS Members | $15 Non-Members \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-7-2/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261005
DTSTAMP:20260917T224259Z
CREATED:20260917T224259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T224259Z
UID:10005082-1791072000-1791158399@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Crook House Museum Closed for Special Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/crook-house-museum-closed-for-special-event/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Closures
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T160000
DTSTAMP:20260922T205012Z
CREATED:20260922T204959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T205012Z
UID:10005096-1790861400-1790870400@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, September 29th & Thursday\, October 1st\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny beads can tell a much bigger story. \nJoin Pat Pixley for Antiques as we explore the intricate artistry and fascinating history of Iroquois Beadwork Souvenirs. Discover the beautifully beaded purses\, pincushions\, boxes\, and other decorative keepsakes created for the souvenir trade and learn how these pieces connect Indigenous artistry with tourism\, commerce\, and changing tastes over time. \nTake a closer look at the materials\, techniques\, patterns\, and craftsmanship that make these distinctive pieces so fascinating to collectors and historians today. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$10 per class for members$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-6/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T170000
DTSTAMP:20261001T171039Z
CREATED:20261001T171025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T171039Z
UID:10005103-1790841600-1790874000@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, October 20th & Thursday\, October 22nd\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Week 3 — Salt Dishes\nThey may be small enough to fit in the palm of your hand\, but salt dishes have a surprisingly rich history! \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 3 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as she explores Salt Dishes. From delicate porcelain and sparkling cut glass to ornate silver examples\, discover the variety of materials\, designs\, and styles used to create these tiny tableware treasures. \nLearn how salt was served before the modern salt shaker became commonplace and what these pieces can reveal about dining customs\, etiquette\, craftsmanship\, and changing tastes through the years. \nTuesday\, October 209:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.1:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nThursday\, October 221:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m. \nBring an antique of your own for Show & Tell! No registration necessary. Everyone is welcome to join! \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$10 per class for members$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-23/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260922T205012Z
CREATED:20260922T204959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T205012Z
UID:10005095-1790688600-1790697600@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, September 29th & Thursday\, October 1st\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny beads can tell a much bigger story. \nJoin Pat Pixley for Antiques as we explore the intricate artistry and fascinating history of Iroquois Beadwork Souvenirs. Discover the beautifully beaded purses\, pincushions\, boxes\, and other decorative keepsakes created for the souvenir trade and learn how these pieces connect Indigenous artistry with tourism\, commerce\, and changing tastes over time. \nTake a closer look at the materials\, techniques\, patterns\, and craftsmanship that make these distinctive pieces so fascinating to collectors and historians today. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$10 per class for members$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-6/2026-09-29/2/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T205012Z
CREATED:20260922T204959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T205012Z
UID:10005094-1790674200-1790683200@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, September 29th & Thursday\, October 1st\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tiny beads can tell a much bigger story. \nJoin Pat Pixley for Antiques as we explore the intricate artistry and fascinating history of Iroquois Beadwork Souvenirs. Discover the beautifully beaded purses\, pincushions\, boxes\, and other decorative keepsakes created for the souvenir trade and learn how these pieces connect Indigenous artistry with tourism\, commerce\, and changing tastes over time. \nTake a closer look at the materials\, techniques\, patterns\, and craftsmanship that make these distinctive pieces so fascinating to collectors and historians today. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$10 per class for members$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-6/2026-09-29/1/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260922T193501Z
CREATED:20260922T193448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T193501Z
UID:10005093-1790256600-1790265600@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, September 22nd & Thursday\, September 24th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What makes porcelain different from pottery and what can those differences tell us about the pieces we collect and treasure? \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 3 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as we take a closer look at Porcelain Compared to Pottery. Explore the materials\, craftsmanship\, characteristics\, and history behind these familiar objects while learning what to look for when examining pieces of your own. \nWhether you’re an experienced collector\, a frequent antique-shop browser\, or simply curious about that mysterious piece tucked away in your china cabinet\, this class offers a relaxed\, hands-on opportunity to learn\, share\, and discover. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$8 per class for DCHS members (with RSVP); $10 per class for members (drop-in)\n$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-5/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260922T193501Z
CREATED:20260922T193448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T193501Z
UID:10005092-1790083800-1790092800@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, September 22nd & Thursday\, September 24th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What makes porcelain different from pottery and what can those differences tell us about the pieces we collect and treasure? \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 3 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as we take a closer look at Porcelain Compared to Pottery. Explore the materials\, craftsmanship\, characteristics\, and history behind these familiar objects while learning what to look for when examining pieces of your own. \nWhether you’re an experienced collector\, a frequent antique-shop browser\, or simply curious about that mysterious piece tucked away in your china cabinet\, this class offers a relaxed\, hands-on opportunity to learn\, share\, and discover. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$8 per class for DCHS members (with RSVP); $10 per class for members (drop-in)\n$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-5/2026-09-22/2/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260922T193501Z
CREATED:20260922T193448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T193501Z
UID:10005091-1790069400-1790078400@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, September 22nd & Thursday\, September 24th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				What makes porcelain different from pottery and what can those differences tell us about the pieces we collect and treasure? \nJoin Pat Pixley for Week 3 of History & Appreciation of Antiques as we take a closer look at Porcelain Compared to Pottery. Explore the materials\, craftsmanship\, characteristics\, and history behind these familiar objects while learning what to look for when examining pieces of your own. \nWhether you’re an experienced collector\, a frequent antique-shop browser\, or simply curious about that mysterious piece tucked away in your china cabinet\, this class offers a relaxed\, hands-on opportunity to learn\, share\, and discover. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$8 per class for DCHS members (with RSVP); $10 per class for members (drop-in)\n$15 per class for non-members
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-5/2026-09-22/1/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T153000
DTSTAMP:20260821T213740Z
CREATED:20260821T213740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T213740Z
UID:10004903-1789911000-1789918200@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Silent Sunday: Silent Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Silent Sunday: Silent Book Club\nThe first Sunday of every month from 1:30pm unto 3:30pm\nWe’re so excited to offer Silent Sunday at the Crook House Museum\, the first Sunday of every month from 1:30pm-3:30pm. \nWhat to Expect:\nCheck In:\nWe’ll greet you when you walk through the front door. (ring the bell at the front door) \n1:30-3:30pm:\nArrive anytime\, get comfortable\, check out the *book swap table (details below)\, and enjoy the afternoon your way.\nSocialize as much or as little as you’d like.\nNo assigned reading. BYOB (Bring Your Own Book)! \nBook Swap Table Details:\nBring a book you’ve recently read and loved – something you think others would enjoy – and swap it for another one someone else has placed on the table that looks like a good read. \nPick a spot inside the Historic General George Crook House Museum (Main Floor Only) or head outside to the garden or front porch and settle in. \nGrab your book and come join us!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/silent-sunday-silent-book-club-3/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Silent Sunday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T204809Z
CREATED:20260813T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T204809Z
UID:10005016-1789894800-1789920000@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale!
DESCRIPTION:DCHS Annual Garage Sale\nSeptember 17–20\, 2026\n2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha \nIt’s time to treasure hunt! The Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale is back\, filling our historic Leavenworth Street location with household items\, home décor\, books\, collectibles\, vintage finds\, jewelry\, and plenty of unexpected treasures waiting for a new home. \nShop for a great cause … every purchase helps support the Douglas County Historical Society and our mission to preserve and enliven the history of Douglas County. \nThursday\, September 17 | 9 AM–6 PM\nFriday\, September 18 | 9 AM–6 PM\nSaturday\, September 19 | 9 AM–4 PM\nSunday\, September 20 | 9 AM–4 PM \n 
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/douglas-county-historical-society-annual-garage-sale/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:2566 Leavenworth Street\, 2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T000000
DTSTAMP:20260918T205820Z
CREATED:20260918T193217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T205820Z
UID:10005084-1789830000-1789862400@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Crook House Museum Closed at 3pm for Private Event
DESCRIPTION:The Crook House Museum will close at 3pm to the public for a private event.\nWe will reopen Sunday for our regular hours from 1pm-4pm.\nThank you!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/crook-house-museum-closed-at-3pm-for-private-event/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Museum Closures
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260813T204809Z
CREATED:20260813T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T204809Z
UID:10005015-1789808400-1789833600@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale!
DESCRIPTION:DCHS Annual Garage Sale\nSeptember 17–20\, 2026\n2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha \nIt’s time to treasure hunt! The Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale is back\, filling our historic Leavenworth Street location with household items\, home décor\, books\, collectibles\, vintage finds\, jewelry\, and plenty of unexpected treasures waiting for a new home. \nShop for a great cause … every purchase helps support the Douglas County Historical Society and our mission to preserve and enliven the history of Douglas County. \nThursday\, September 17 | 9 AM–6 PM\nFriday\, September 18 | 9 AM–6 PM\nSaturday\, September 19 | 9 AM–4 PM\nSunday\, September 20 | 9 AM–4 PM \n 
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/douglas-county-historical-society-annual-garage-sale/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:2566 Leavenworth Street\, 2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260813T204809Z
CREATED:20260813T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T204809Z
UID:10005014-1789722000-1789754400@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale!
DESCRIPTION:DCHS Annual Garage Sale\nSeptember 17–20\, 2026\n2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha \nIt’s time to treasure hunt! The Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale is back\, filling our historic Leavenworth Street location with household items\, home décor\, books\, collectibles\, vintage finds\, jewelry\, and plenty of unexpected treasures waiting for a new home. \nShop for a great cause … every purchase helps support the Douglas County Historical Society and our mission to preserve and enliven the history of Douglas County. \nThursday\, September 17 | 9 AM–6 PM\nFriday\, September 18 | 9 AM–6 PM\nSaturday\, September 19 | 9 AM–4 PM\nSunday\, September 20 | 9 AM–4 PM \n 
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/douglas-county-historical-society-annual-garage-sale/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:2566 Leavenworth Street\, 2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260908T201104Z
CREATED:20260908T201053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T201104Z
UID:10005048-1789671600-1789677000@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Crook House After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Crook House After Dark\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n						September 17th\n						\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Details:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 September 17\, 2026 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Crook House Museum $30 per person (plus tax) \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nCROOK HOUSE AFTER DARK\nThursday\, September 17 | 7:00–8:30 PMCrook House Museum | $30 per person + tax\n\n  \nWhen the museum closes for the day and the Crook House grows quiet\, nearly 150 years of history take on a different atmosphere.\n  \nCrook House After Dark is back … and it has been selling out since day one.\n\nJoin the Douglas County Historical Society and Jamie Nestroyl of Midwest Paranormal History Tours for a 90-minute after-hours experience inside the historic 1879 Crook House Museum\, where history and the unexplained meet.\n\nThis is not a ghost hunt. Instead\, Jamie leads guests through the rooms of the historic home\, sharing its history alongside stories and firsthand accounts from people who have lived\, worked\, volunteered\, and spent time within these walls. Some experiences are subtle. Others are anything but. And some have left questions that remain unanswered.\n\nWhat was heard? What was seen? What happened in these rooms\, and why have certain experiences continued to be talked about years later?\n\n  \nFor those who love history with a touch of the eerie\, Crook House After Dark offers the opportunity to experience this remarkable Victorian home from an entirely different perspective. As evening settles in and the rooms grow still\, you’ll hear the stories that aren’t part of an ordinary museum tour; the curious\, the unsettling\, and the unexplained.\n\nCome with curiosity. Leave with a few stories you may find yourself thinking about long after you’ve gone home.\n\n  \nTickets: $30 per person + taxSpace is extremely limited.\n\nOur After Dark events have consistently sold out\, so if this one is on your list\, being a newsletter subscriber is your best chance to get inside.\n\n  \nCancellation Policy: Due to the limited capacity and high demand for Crook House After Dark\, all ticket sales are final and nonrefundable.\n\n  \nThe house has been here since 1879. Its history is well known. Some of its stories are a little harder to explain.\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Purchase Tickets
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/crook-house-after-dark-5/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:After Dark
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T180000
DTSTAMP:20260813T204809Z
CREATED:20260813T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T204809Z
UID:10005013-1789635600-1789668000@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale!
DESCRIPTION:DCHS Annual Garage Sale\nSeptember 17–20\, 2026\n2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha \nIt’s time to treasure hunt! The Douglas County Historical Society Annual Garage Sale is back\, filling our historic Leavenworth Street location with household items\, home décor\, books\, collectibles\, vintage finds\, jewelry\, and plenty of unexpected treasures waiting for a new home. \nShop for a great cause … every purchase helps support the Douglas County Historical Society and our mission to preserve and enliven the history of Douglas County. \nThursday\, September 17 | 9 AM–6 PM\nFriday\, September 18 | 9 AM–6 PM\nSaturday\, September 19 | 9 AM–4 PM\nSunday\, September 20 | 9 AM–4 PM \n 
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/douglas-county-historical-society-annual-garage-sale/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:2566 Leavenworth Street\, 2566 Leavenworth Street\, Omaha\, NE\, 68105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260810T212936Z
CREATED:20260810T212933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T212936Z
UID:10004839-1789308000-1789311600@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Second Sunday Talks
DESCRIPTION:The Broom Man: Honoring an Omaha Icon\nSecond Sunday Talk | Sunday\, September 13 | 2:00 PM\nMetro Community College – Fort Omaha CampusBuilding 10\, Room 110 \nSome people leave a mark on a city not through wealth or fame\, but through the way they treat others. Reverend Livingston Wills\, better known to generations of Omahans as “The Broom Man”\, was one of those people. \nFor decades\, Rev. Wills walked Omaha’s streets selling handcrafted brooms with an unwavering smile\, offering words of encouragement\, and reminding everyone he met of the value of hard work\, faith\, kindness\, and perseverance. His daily walks made him more than a familiar face\, they made him a beloved Omaha icon whose legacy continues to inspire today. \nJoin members of The Broom Man Committee as they share the remarkable story behind Reverend Wills’ life\, the vision that brought his legacy back into the spotlight\, and the journey to create the permanent bronze sculpture now standing in Turner Park. \nLearn why the late Marc Kraft\, former President of Broom Man LTD\, believed preserving Rev. Wills’ memory was so important: \n\n“Rev. Wills was a remarkable individual who crossed boundaries and brought people together with his simple message of hard work\, faith\, and kindness. By placing this beautiful sculpture in Turner Park\, we preserve his memory and inspire future generations to be good neighbors.” \n\nYou’ll also discover the thoughtful symbolism behind sculptor John Lajba’s design. Rather than placing Rev. Wills high upon a pedestal\, the sculpture stands directly on an old historic sidewalk\, allowing visitors to walk beside him just as countless Omahans once did. Positioned facing southeast at the corner of Farnam Street and Turner Boulevard\, the sculpture captures the familiar sight of Reverend Wills patiently waiting to cross the street\, a scene many longtime residents still remember. \nThis inspiring presentation is more than the story of a sculpture. It’s a celebration of an extraordinary man whose simple acts of kindness continue to remind us that one person truly can make a lasting difference in a community. \n📅 Sunday\, September 13🕑 2:00 PM📍 Metro Community College – Fort Omaha CampusBuilding 10\, Room 110 \nEveryone is welcome. Come celebrate the life\, legacy\, and enduring spirit of one of Omaha’s most cherished hometown heroes. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/second-sunday-talks-14/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Community College\, Building 10\, Room 110\, 32nd and Sorenson Parkway\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Sunday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260909T165114Z
CREATED:20260908T195920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T165114Z
UID:10005047-1789066800-1789072200@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Fort Omaha After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Fort Omaha After Dark\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n						September 10th\n						\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Details:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 September 10th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Meet at the Crook House Museum – Front Porch $30 per person (plus tax) \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nSome places grow quiet after dark. Fort Omaha simply begins telling a different story. \nAs the sun sets behind historic Officers Row\, shadows stretch across the grounds of one of Omaha’s oldest and most storied landmarks. For more than 150 years\, Fort Omaha has witnessed military triumphs and tragedy\, welcomed generations of soldiers and officers\, and quietly collected stories that refuse to be forgotten. \nFor the very first time\, Douglas County Historical Society invites you to experience Fort Omaha After Dark\, a 90-minute paranormal walking tour led by Jamie Nestroyl of Midwest Paranormal History Tours. \nAs twilight settles in\, guests will journey through the historic campus uncovering mysterious accounts\, unexplained experiences\, and the lingering echoes of those who once called Fort Omaha home. Some stories are well documented. Others have been passed from one generation to the next. And some remain difficult to explain at all. \nThere’s something different about historic places after dark. The sounds change. The atmosphere shifts. And sometimes\, history feels just a little closer than it does in the daylight. \nThis is a walking tour\, so guests should expect to be on their feet for the duration of the event. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. \nThursday\, September 10th7:00 PM – 8:30 PM$30 per person (plus tax) \n*** TOUR STARTS ON THE FRONT PORCH OF THE CROOK HOUSE MUSEUM *** \nNewsletter subscribers will receive exclusive early access to tickets when they are released in our August 1 newsletter. If the Crook House After Dark tours are any indication\, tickets are expected to disappear quickly. \nThe grounds are waiting. The stories are still there. All that’s missing is you. \n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Purchase Tickets
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/fort-omaha-after-dark-2/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:After Dark
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260817T162716Z
CREATED:20260714T214922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T162716Z
UID:10004985-1786647600-1786653000@douglascohistory.org
SUMMARY:Fort Omaha After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Fort Omaha After Dark\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					\n					\n						August 13th\n						\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Details:\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 August 13th 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM Meet at the Crook House Museum $30 per person (plus tax) \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nSome places grow quiet after dark. Fort Omaha simply begins telling a different story. \nAs the sun sets behind historic Officers Row\, shadows stretch across the grounds of one of Omaha’s oldest and most storied landmarks. For more than 150 years\, Fort Omaha has witnessed military triumphs and tragedy\, welcomed generations of soldiers and officers\, and quietly collected stories that refuse to be forgotten. \nFor the very first time\, Douglas County Historical Society invites you to experience Fort Omaha After Dark\, a 90-minute paranormal walking tour led by Jamie Nestroyl of Midwest Paranormal History Tours. \nAs twilight settles in\, guests will journey through the historic campus uncovering mysterious accounts\, unexplained experiences\, and the lingering echoes of those who once called Fort Omaha home. Some stories are well documented. Others have been passed from one generation to the next. And some remain difficult to explain at all. \nThere’s something different about historic places after dark. The sounds change. The atmosphere shifts. And sometimes\, history feels just a little closer than it does in the daylight. \nThis is a walking tour\, so guests should expect to be on their feet for the duration of the event. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. \nThursday\, August 13\n7:00 PM – 8:30 PM\n$30 per person (plus tax)\nSorry\, this is a sold out event \n*** TOUR STARTS ON THE FRONT PORCH OF THE CROOK HOUSE MUSEUM *** \nNewsletter subscribers will receive exclusive early access to tickets when they are released in our August 1 newsletter. If the Crook House After Dark tours are any indication\, tickets are expected to disappear quickly. \nThe grounds are waiting. The stories are still there. All that’s missing is you. \nStay tuned for Fort Omaha After Dark. \n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tickets Coming Soon
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/fort-omaha-after-dark/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:After Dark
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T150000
DTSTAMP:20260623T211602Z
CREATED:20260616T201858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T211602Z
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SUMMARY:Second Sunday Talks: Shifting Borders
DESCRIPTION:  \nShifting Borders: The Battle for Carter Lake & Lake Manawa \nSunday\, August 9 | 2:00 PM\nMetro Community College\, Fort Omaha Campus\nBuilding 10\, Room 110 \n \nWhat happens when a river decides to change course? \nFor Iowa and Nebraska\, the answer was decades of legal battles\, disputed land claims\, and a border unlike any other in the nation. \nJoin us this August as historian Troy Stolp explores the fascinating story of Carter Lake and Lake Manawa\, two bodies of water created when the Missouri River dramatically altered its course in the late nineteenth century. What began as natural disasters quickly became a complex legal puzzle as the shifting river changed the very boundary between Iowa and Nebraska. \nToday\, Carter Lake remains one of the most unique communities in America. Although surrounded by Omaha\, it is officially part of Iowa. Meanwhile\, Lake Manawa emerged as one of the region’s most popular recreational destinations while attracting competing claims from both states. \nThrough historical research\, maps\, photographs\, and compelling stories\, Troy will unravel how floods\, geography\, politics\, and the courts combined to create one of the most unusual border disputes in American history. \nIf you’ve ever wondered why Carter Lake belongs to Iowa\, despite appearing to be part of Omaha\, this presentation is for you. \nSIGN UP \n\n					\n			\n				\n			\n			\n		 \n		\n			Troy Stolp is a Lewis Central High School graduate who has dedicated much of his academic and professional life to the study and preservation of local history. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology and Religious Studies from Iowa State University\, a Bachelor of Arts in History from Buena Vista University\, and a Master of Arts in History from the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Troy serves on the Board of Directors for Preserve Council Bluffs and the Historical Society of Pottawattamie County and has been involved with the Council Bluffs Historic Preservation Commission. His experience also includes work with the Durham Museum\, where he further developed his passion for sharing regional history with the public. Known for his engaging presentations and deep knowledge of local history\, Troy brings a unique perspective to the stories that have shaped both sides of the Missouri River. Join us as we explore one of the most fascinating chapters in the history of Iowa\, Nebraska\, and the river that forever changed them both.
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/second-sunday-talks-5/
LOCATION:Metropolitan Community College\, Building 10\, Room 110\, 32nd and Sorenson Parkway\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Second Sunday
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SUMMARY:Silent Sunday: Silent Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Silent Sunday: Silent Book Club\nThe first Sunday of every month from 1:30pm unto 3:30pm\nWe’re so excited to offer Silent Sunday at the Crook House Museum\, the first Sunday of every month from 1:30pm-3:30pm. \nWhat to Expect:\nCheck In:\nWe’ll greet you when you walk through the front door. (ring the bell at the front door) \n1:30-3:30pm:\nArrive anytime\, get comfortable\, check out the *book swap table (details below)\, and enjoy the afternoon your way.\nSocialize as much or as little as you’d like.\nNo assigned reading. BYOB (Bring Your Own Book)! \nBook Swap Table Details:\nBring a book you’ve recently read and loved – something you think others would enjoy – and swap it for another one someone else has placed on the table that looks like a good read. \nPick a spot inside the Historic General George Crook House Museum (Main Floor Only) or head outside to the garden or front porch and settle in. \nGrab your book and come join us!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/silent-sunday-silent-book-club/2026-08-02/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Silent Sunday
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SUMMARY:History & Appreciation of Antiques Class
DESCRIPTION:History & Appreciation of Antiques\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Tuesday\, July 28th & Thursday\, July 30th\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Classes meet on Tuesday morning(9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.) and afternoons (1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.)and Thursday afternoons (1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				$8 per class for DCHS members$15 per class for non-members \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Everyone is welcome to join us!
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/history-appreciation-of-antiques-class-4/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:History and Appreciation of Antiques
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SUMMARY:Crook House Creations
DESCRIPTION:abc\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Crook House\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Creations\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				About Me\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Crook House Creations: Christmas in July \nWe’re bringing a little Christmas magic to the middle of summer\, and you’re invited! \nJoin us for the very first Crook House Creations\, a new craft gathering at the Crook House Museum where creativity\, conversation\, and a little seasonal charm all come together. \nFor this first event\, we’ll be celebrating Christmas in July with a surprise craft that will add a cozy little glow to your home. Think soft twinkle lights\, snowy charm\, and just enough holiday magic to make you curious. We’re keeping the final project a secret for now\, so you’ll have to come see what it becomes! \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming afternoon with everything provided for you. All supplies are included\, light munchies will be served\, and no craft experience is needed. Just come ready to enjoy good company\, make something beautiful\, and spend a little time creating inside the historic Crook House Museum. \nWednesday\, July 292:00–3:00 p.m.General George Crook House Museum$10 per personLimited seats available \nCome for the surprise\, stay for the fellowship\, and leave with a handmade treasure to brighten your home. \n			\n				Buy Tickets
URL:https://douglascohistory.org/event/crook-house-creations/
LOCATION:General Crook House Museum\, 5730 N 30th St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Crook House Creations
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