The Durham Museum

Omaha, NE

Museum
4 (5 reviews)

Where are we going?

Address: Omaha Union Station, 801 S 10th St, Omaha, NE 68108, USA How do we get there? Number: 402 444-5071
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About this activity

Did you ever think that one city could have SO much history? Well, Omaha has a history that's filled with so many stories, it got it's own museum all about it!

The Durham Museum is located in, of course, Omaha, and has fascinating permanent exhibits on the city's amazing history, AND other rotating exhibits which showcase some of the amazing cultures we have had on our planet!

But first...it's all about Omaha! Did you know that before this area became dotted with houses that you know today, it was actually a rolling prairie that was inhabited by the Omaha Indian tribe. Kids can step back into the lives of this tribe and actually experience what life would have been like in a rawhide teepee, and sitting by the fire at a replica earth lodge.

Then, from the mid 1880s to 1915, most sections of Omaha saw "Worker's Cottages" constructed as housing. You can see one of these cottages in the museum!

Did you think that when Lewis and Clark passes the area on their trip right up that grand Missouri River, that 200 years later there would be a city that stretched for miles and miles? Well, it only stretched because of the amazing people that lived there (and still do!)

The Omaha at Work Gallery lets kids see all the achievements of the local business people that helped shape the city!

Of course, that's not all of the permanent exhibitions, but we're excited to tell you about the rotating ones! Not only are there exhibits on topics like medicine in Omaha, and Union Station, but there are exhibits on the amazing Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt!

Fascinating stuff!

So why not have a information packed family day out looking at what happened...right where you're standing!

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How much does it cost?

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Adults

$13 + tax

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Children

$7 + tax (ages 3 to 12)

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Discount

Seniors, Military, Veteran - $10 + tax

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Free Under

2 years

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Last Updates

2023

The Durham Museum FAQ’s

The museum are dedicated on showcasing the history of Omaha - and they do a great job! You will come away with a ton of information!

Step back in time and enjoy some tasty treats at the original Union Station Soda Fountain! They also serve lunch!

You can have your birthday at the museum! There are themed parties with fun activities included!

The Museum Shop has books, toys, and lots of other fun and educational items to take home!

There are tours that can be arranged, and they also have a number of programs perfect for kids - including summer camps!

The Soda Fountain has healthy sandwiches!

If you have special needs, just give the museum a call to see what assistance they can offer you

If you LOVE visiting the museum, then why not become a member? You get unlimited admission across the year, among other fun perks!

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