HOURS UPDATE: The Durham Museum will be closed Friday (11/15) for a private event.

The Search is On for Omaha’s Official Christmas Tree at The Durham Museum

The Durham Museum is searching for the official tree for its annual Christmas at Union Station celebration. Every year The Durham receives submissions from Omaha area residents requesting their evergreen tree be selected as the official tree for Christmas at Union Station. Residents wishing to donate an evergreen tree may submit a nomination form at DurhamMuseum.org/tree before August 31, 2024. Criteria needed for a tree to be selected the official tree for Christmas at Union Station:

  • Over 40 feet tall
  • Have a single, straight trunk
  • Have a uniform shape and no bare spots
  • Be in a location with little to no obstructions where it can be safely removed

This year’s tree will be harvested on November 18th by Union Pacific and then decorated by David M. Mangelsen’s in preparation for the Christmas at Union Station festivities. Christmas at Union Station is presented by FNBO.

For questions about tree submissions contact The Durham at 402-444-5071, ext. 515.