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Durham Museum to open Jim Henson exhibition
09/22/20
The Durham Museum Celebrates the Creative Vision of Jim Henson in The Jim Henson Exhibition: Imagination Unlimited Kermit the Frog (The Muppet Show), Ernie and Bert (Sesame Street), Jen and Kira (The Dark Crystal), plus ballroom costumes for Jareth and Sarah from Labyrinth featured in this exploration of the visionary entertainer’s work The Durham Museum is excited to announce the… Continue Reading Durham Museum to open Jim Henson exhibition Durham Museum Adds Virtual And In-Person Programs For Fall
09/08/20
The Durham Museum has added a series of free, both in-person and virtual programs for Fall 2020. At the Museum (In-Person) Each day at the museum, join our docents and visit your favorite exhibits in the museum with enhanced programming and educational objects. Sunday, 1:30-2:30PM Great Hall Guided Tour Tuesday, 10AM-Noon Train Tours & Earth Lodge Artifacts Wednesday, 10AM-Noon What… Continue Reading Durham Museum Adds Virtual And In-Person Programs For Fall Durham Museum Announces Reopening Plans
07/06/20
Beginning on Saturday, July 18, 2020, The Durham Museum will be reopening for museum members only. The Museum will open to the general public on Saturday, August 1, 2020. Museum hours will be Tuesday-Saturday, 10AM-4PM, Sunday 12-4PM and closed Mondays. As part of its ongoing effort to assist the community in preventing the spread of COVID-19, The Durham Museum has… Continue Reading Durham Museum Announces Reopening Plans The Durham Museum Announces Adjustments to Exhibit Schedule
05/08/20
The Durham Museum would like to announce the following changes to its temporary exhibition schedule. The museum remains closed to the public until further notice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We look forward to welcoming guests back to the museum as soon as it is safe to do so. Extended Pulitzer Prize Photographs This exhibit, which was on display when… Continue Reading The Durham Museum Announces Adjustments to Exhibit Schedule Local History Museums and Libraries Seek Stories of the Pandemic
04/21/20
Several local museums and libraries are joining in an effort to collect the stories of how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting the lives of Nebraskans. Eight organizations: Douglas County Historical Society, The Durham Museum, El Museo Latino, Great Plains Black History Museum, History Nebraska, Sarpy County Museum, UNO Criss Library and UNMC McGoogan Library of Medicine are all seeking to… Continue Reading Local History Museums and Libraries Seek Stories of the Pandemic Punch your Ticket! – The Durham Museum’s River City History Tours kick-off May 10
03/03/20
The past comes alive during River City History Tours at The Durham Museum! River City History Tours are historically accurate and entertaining tours that share the fascinating history of Omaha. Explore the city’s vibrant past aboard Ollie the Trolley and hear stories from knowledgeable tour guides. Select from the following six tours – each offering a unique viewpoint into the… Continue Reading Punch your Ticket! – The Durham Museum’s River City History Tours kick-off May 10 Pulitzer Prize Photography on display at The Durham Museum Feb. 22-May 3, 2020
02/19/20
Photographers record the defining moments of our world and our time, capturing history through timeless images of fleeting moments. With the click of a button, vivid imagery documents the pain of poverty, the ecstasy of victory and the triumph of redemption. The Durham Museum’s newest exhibition, Pulitzer Prize Photographs, features more than 80 large-format framed photographs, enlarged so that visitors… Continue Reading Pulitzer Prize Photography on display at The Durham Museum Feb. 22-May 3, 2020 Museum Insider Tours at The Durham Museum offers Glimpse Behind the Scenes
01/29/20
Go behind closed doors for a one-of-a-kind tour experience at The Durham Museum! The Museum Insider Tour Series offers a behind the scenes opportunity for museum guests. During these select tours, guests will receive white gloves and a VIP badge that allows them to enter special areas of the museum with our Curatorial team. Four different tour themes are available.… Continue Reading Museum Insider Tours at The Durham Museum offers Glimpse Behind the Scenes “Flappers and Fizz” is Back at The Durham Museum
01/09/20
The Durham Museum will host Flappers and Fizz, a 21-and-older event, on Friday, February 28, 2020, from 7-10PM. Last year was the bee’s knees, so we are doing it again! Flappers and Fizz is back, so don your glad rags and get ready to drink some giggle water. Other event features include: • Try your hand at our new and… Continue Reading “Flappers and Fizz” is Back at The Durham Museum Celebrate Holidays Around the World This Friday at The Durham Museum
12/03/19
When: Friday, December 6, 4-9PM What: Learn how the world celebrates this joyful time of year during the Holiday Cultural Festival! Over 45 local cultural organizations proudly display their crafts and traditional dress, while musicians and dancers perform throughout the evening. Hard-to-find ethnic foods and gifts will be available for purchase. Where: The Durham Museum 801 S. 10th Street Omaha,… Continue Reading Celebrate Holidays Around the World This Friday at The Durham Museum 