Arts News
June 14th, 2023
‘The Steel House’ Attracts Followers From Far Away
Last month, Mayor Jean Stothert along with other important figures in the community and many more, gathered for the grand opening of the Steel House. On the day of the […]
June 12th, 2023
‘Omaha Symphonic Chorus’ Fundraiser
The Omaha Symphonic Chorus has been around since 1946. It was founded as the Apollo Club by the UNO Dean of the School of Music of that time and about 50 years ago it changed name. Omaha Symphonic Choir Fundraiser Gala on July 15, 2023 at The Sons of Italy Hall.
June 5th, 2023
‘Three Women of Music’ From Nebraska to Chihuahua
Tres Mujeres de Musica or Three Women of Music, is an educational and cultural connection between the Midwest and three different places in Mexico. The Ideas came about one day while Valle-Lucero and Unger were practicing in her living room.
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.