Arts News
May 31st, 2023
The ‘Kobzar’s Prayer’ For a Country in Crisis
Yuriy Fedynsky is a Ukrainian-American composer. He grew up in Indiana, and his mother and grandparents came from Ukraine. When he was 16, Fedynsky made it to “The Music Camp Kobzarska Sich” in Emlenton, Pennsylvania, and became highly interested in the Ukrainian Bandurist Chorus.
May 24th, 2023
Rededicating Memorial Park on its 75th anniversary
Kissing Sailor Statue (aka “Unconditional Surrender” or “Embracing Peace”)is a temporary installation, and it will be here until November 15th of this year. On June fourth there will be a re-dedication of the memorial with the new plaza. 75 years ago, US President Harry Truman inaugurated the park.
May 23rd, 2023
RiverFront Offers Multitude of Fun Summertime Activities
Founded in 2018, The RiverFront combines three parks in the heart of downtown Omaha into one identity. After undergoing renovations, the three parks now connect, serving as a gathering space between the historic Old Market and vibrant north downtown Omaha.
May 22nd, 2023
The Second Year of ‘Salt Creek Song Festival’
Two years ago, two local professional singers put their dedication and work into creating the ‘Salt Creek Song Festival, the first song festival in Nebraska.
May 19th, 2023
A Gallery Inside of ‘The Brownie Bar’
‘The Brownie Bar Bakery’ gives local artists the opportunity to display and sell their artwork.
May 16th, 2023
Omaha’s Children’s Museum Holds “Family Fun Weekends”
Omaha’s Children’s Museum is dedicated to keeping young ones engaged in education and art, all while spending quality time with their family.
May 10th, 2023
‘The Steel House’ Opens This Week
The Steel House is set to open. The new venue Managed by Omaha Performing Arts will be filling the gap of places that some artists needed to get to Omaha. Ciara Lee From Omaha performing arts has more information about the events for the next few weeks and more details about the grand opening of “The Steel House.”
May 8th, 2023
Omaha Bonds With a New Sister City
Omaha had its first sister city in Japan almost 60 years ago. Very soon, a city in France will also share its culture and friendship with this city.
May 5th, 2023
‘Benson Theater’ The Place to Visit
This month The Benson Theater doesn’t miss a beat.