Events Calendar
November 30, 2009
Events
Omaha Public Schools 150th Anniversary Exhibit
In honor of Omaha Public Schools’ 150th Anniversary, an exhibit at the Durham Museum will take visitors on a journey back to the 1860s to learn what school was like for students and teachers when Omaha was a newly-found frontier town. Visitors will be able to follow an interactive timeline through the district’s interesting and rich history showcasing rare photos and one-of-a-kind artifacts.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: The Durham Museum
- Location: Durham Museum
- Address: 801 S 10th St
- Times: Sun/1pm–5pm; Tues/10am–8pm; Wed–Sat/10am–5pm
- Admission: $7 adults; $6 seniors; $5 ages 3-12
KEVA Planks
KEVA Planks are an exceptionally versatile tool for teaching technology concepts to children of any age or skill level. The hands-on nature of KEVA Planks promotes the development and use of important facets of learning including concentration, creativity, design, balance, leverage, velocity, mass, force relationships, symmetry, problem solving and teamwork.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Strategic Air & Space Museum
- Address: 28210 West Park Hwy, Ashland
- Times: Daily/9am-5pm
- Phone: (402) 944-3100
- Admission: $8.50 adults; $4 children; $7 seniors; $6 military
- http://www.SASMuseum.com
Modern and Contemporary Art Acquisitions On View in Exhibition
Works by 21 of the most thoughtful and experimental artists of our time comprise this exhibition of new acquisitions for the Museum's modern and contemporary collection. The Dorothy and Herbert Vogel Collection: Fifty Works for Fifty States features works that come to Joslyn as part of a national gift program that testifies to the remarkable vision of two people committed to acquiring and sharing the art of our time.
- Recurring every week day
- Venue: Joslyn Art Museum
- Address: 2200 Dodge St
- Times: Tues-Sat/10am-4pm; Sun/12pm-4pm
- Admission: $7 adults; $5 seniors/college students; $4 ages 5-17; free/ages 4 & under and Members
Christmas Seals History of Boys Town
A display of famous Christmas Seals sent out from Boys Town since the 1920s.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Boys Town
- Address: 137th & W Dodge Rd
- Times: 8am-5pm
- Phone: (402) 498-1141
- Admission: Free
- http://www.visitboystown.org
A Garden of Gizmos
A Garden of Gizmos is a whimsical garden full of mechanical flowers, plants and creatures that are as mesmerizing and fun as they are educational. With 19 hands-on interactives, this exhibit entertains and engages children and adults alike.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Omaha Children’s Museum
- Address: 500 S 20th Street
- Times: Tues-Sat/10am-4pm; Sun/1-5pm; Closed Mondays
- Phone: (402) 342-6164
- Admission: $2 in addition to regular museum admission ($7/children 2 & over and adults; $6/seniors 60+), Members Free
- http://www.ocm.org
The Fred Simon Gallery: Richard Austin and Kimberly Thomas
Displaying the artwork of contemporary Nebraska artists. The Fred Simon gallery is located in the Nebraska Arts Council offices. October 26, 2009 - December 4, 2009
- Recurring every week day
- Location: The Fred Simon Gallery
- Address: 1004 Farnam Street. Lower Level
- Phone: (402) 595-2122
- Admission: Free
- http://www.nebraskaartscouncil.org
American Letterpress: The Art of the Hatch Show Print
This art show illustrates the fascinating fusion of art with popular culture and music history. Featuring the work of one of the nation’s oldest and continuously printing shops – Nashville, Tennessee’s Hatch Show Print – the exhibition highlights the uniquely American poster.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: The Durham Museum
- Address: 801 S 10th St
- Times: Tues/10am-8pm;Wed-Sat/10am-5pm;Sun/1-5pm
- Phone: (402) 444-5071
- Admission: Free/Ages 2 & under; $5/ages 3-12; $7/ Adults; $6/ages 62+
- http://www.durhammuseum.org
"Layers of Luminosity by Frank Daharsh"
Frank Daharsh, a local glass artist, will be featured at the Passageway Gallery during November. The opening reception for his show, Layers of Luminosity, will be on Friday, Nov 6 from 6-9pm. Please stop by to meet Frank, view his work, and have some refreshments. http://members.cox.net/daharshdesign/
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Passageway Gallery
- Address: 417 S 11th St
- Times: Tues/11am-5pm; Wed-Sat/11am-9pm; Sun/noon-5pm
- Phone: (402) 341-1910
- Admission: Free
- http://www.passagewaygallery.com
!CARNAVAL!
The exhibition “CARNAVAL” presents the theme of carnival as celebrated around the world. Eight communities in Europe and the Americas will be highlighted through this exhibition where a carnival is a high point of the yearly cycle.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: El Museo Latino
- Address: 4701 South 25 Street
- Times: Mon, Wed, Fri/10am-5pm; Tues & Thurs/1pm-5pm; Sat/10am-2pm
- Phone: (402) 731-1137
- Admission: Gen $5; Students K-12 & Senior Citizens $3.50; College Students w/ID $4; Members FREE
- http://www.elmuseolatino.org
Nineteenth Century Holidays
Experience the sights, sounds and aroma of Christmas at the General Crook House. Victorian trees in every room, period decorations and wreaths, cider and cookies.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: General Crook House
- Address: 5730 N 30th St
- Times: Tues-Fri/10am-4pm; Sat & Sun/1pm-4pm
- Phone: (402) 455-9990
- Admission: Holiday admission: $6/adults; $4/students; $3/ages 6-11
- http://www.omahahistory.org
A Christmas Carol
A perfect “glistening confection” for the entire family - complete with fabulous sets, gorgeous costumes and a stocking full of beautiful music. The Playhouse 85th Anniversary Season would not be complete without this heartwarming holiday entertainment.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Omaha Community Playhouse
- Address: 6915 Cass St
- Times: Wed-Sat/7:30pm; Sun/2pm & 6:30pm
- Phone: (402) 553-0800
- Admission: $39 adults, $24 students
- http://www.omahaplayhouse.com
Gingerbread on Parade
View over 150 gingerbread displays created to the theme "Christmas Around the World".
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Mormon Trail Center at Historic Winter Quarters
- Address: 3215 State St
- Times: Daily/9am-9pm
- Admission: Free
Holiday Lights Festival
The Holiday Lights Festival brings the spirit and joy of the holidays to life with lights throughout downtown Omaha; family activities and so much more! Check out our website for all of the exciting events! www.holidaylightsfestival.com
- Recurring daily
- Location: Downtown Omaha
- Address: 14th & Farnam
- Phone: (402) 345-5401
- Admission: Free
- http://www.holidaylightsfestival.com
Sounds of the Season at Village Pointe
While you're out shopping, you'll enjoy hearing your favorite holiday melodies from Dickens carolers, The Peppermint Elves, local groups, schools and organizations who will help spread cheer through songs of the season!
- Recurring every week day
- Venue: Village Pointe
- Address: 168th & West Dodge Rd
- Times: Various
- Phone: (402) 505-9773
- http://www.villagepointeshopping.com
Christmas Miniatures
From traditional Christmas themes, to medieval castles, to rooms representing classic books, the Christmas Miniatures is a holiday favorite. This special exhibit is created by Omaha - Council Bluffs Miniatures Guild.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: The Durham Museum
- Address: 801 S 10th St
- Phone: (402) 444-5071
- Admission: $7/adults; $6/seniors; $5/ages 3-12; free/2 & under
- http://www.dwhm.org
Ethnic Trees Exhibit
Visitors can explore holiday traditions from around the world! Created by local ethnic community groups, the Ethnic Trees Exhibit showcases beautiful holiday trees representing a variety of countries.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: The Durham Museum
- Address: 801 S 10th St
- Times: Mon & Major Holidays/Closed; Tues/10am-8pm; Wed-Sat/10am-5pm; Sun/1pm-5pm
- Phone: (402) 444-5071
- Admission: Free/2 & under; $7/Adults; $6/62+; $5/ages 3-12
- http://www.durhammuseum.org
Holiday Poinsettia Show
More than 5,600 poinsettia plants are grown in our greenhouses starting as early as July for this annual show. This exhibit includes a 20-foot-tall poinsettia tree, decorated holiday trees, antique sleighs and three model trains that travel through the display.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Lauritzen Gardens
- Address: 100 Bancroft Street
- Times: Daily/9am-5pm
- Phone: (402) 346-4002
- Admission: $6 adults; $3 ages 6-12, free members and age 5 & under
- http://www.lauritzengardens.org
Silent Night of the Lambs
A twisted take on two classic tales. Mixes one part holiday TV special (Rudolf the Red Nosed Reindeer) to create a twisted recipe of mayhem and mistletoe.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Blue Barn Theatre
- Address: 614 S 11th St
- Times: Thurs-Sat/7:30pm; Sunday Nov 29, Dec 6 & 13/6pm
- Phone: (402) 345-1576
- Admission: $25/adults; $20/ages 65+ & students
- http://www.bluebarn.org
Holiday Lights Festival: Sounds of the Season
Enjoy live music and holiday carols as you stroll through the beauty of the Holiday Lights! The Gene Leahy Mall and the Old Market will be filled with holiday music during the five-week program.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: Gene Leahy Pedestrian Mall
- Address: 1302 Farnam on the Mall
- Times: Saturdays/7pm-8pm
- Phone: (402) 345-5401
- Admission: Free
- http://www.holidaylightsfestival.org
The Durham Museum Concert Series
Visitors will truly enjoy their visit to The Durham Museum during weekends this holiday season. Some of the area's most talented entertainers and choirs will perform under the glow of The Durham's Christmas tree.
- Recurring daily
- Venue: The Durham Museum
- Address: 801 S 10th St
- Times: Mondays & major holidays/closed; Sun/1pm-5pm; Tues/10am-8pm; Wed/10am-5pm
- Admission: Free/members & children under 2; $7/adults; $6/seniors (62+); $5/children 3-12



