upcoming Exhibits
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HOCKEY: FASTER THAN EVER
OCTOBER 4, 2025 – JANUARY 11, 2026
Get ready to drop the puck on a highly interactive exhibition on the science, history and culture of one of the ācoolestā sports in the world.
HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever takes visitors on an exciting journey through the evolution of ice hockey, showcasing the remarkable technical advancements and scientific breakthroughs that have shaped the sport over time. From cutting-edge technologies to the physics of play, the exhibition will leave guests amazed by the fusion of science and sport.
Visitors will test their skills and knowledge like true hockey pros with a variety of exciting interactives. Have lightning-fast reflexes? Put them to the test in āDonāt Blinkā and see how many lights you can hit in one minute. Feel the adrenaline rush as you step up to āNeed for Speedā and unleash your shot power ā measure your slapshot speed and compete with your friends to see who has the fastest shot. Looking to finesse your aim? Hit the targets in āScore Like a Proā and prove your precision with a puck. Then pay tribute to the pinnacle of hockey at āThe Stanley CupĀ®ā touchscreen, where you can get up close to the most coveted trophy in sports history.
Visitors can also snap a selfie with a real ice resurfacer and explore displays showcasing the evolution of skates and gear from the 19th and 20th centuries. The exhibit also features an impressive locker room outfitted with jerseys and more from your favorite NHL stars.
HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever is a traveling exhibition produced and toured internationally by Flying Fish in collaboration with the Montréal Science Centre and supported by the ©NHL and the ©NHLPA.
THE DURHAM MUSEUM: THE FIRST 50 YEARS EXHIBITION
AUGUST 30 – JANUARY 4, 2026
With the rise of air travel and Amtrakās announcement that it would begin serving Omaha, the cityās Union Station headed toward closure by the 1970s. Omaha Mayor Gene Leahy met with Union Pacific officials to determine the structureās future. Union Pacific gifted Omahaās Union Station to the city in 1973 under the condition that it become a space for future generations to enjoy.
Two years later, the Western Heritage Museum opened on November 22, 1975.
Since then, the museum’s development has included notable people, moments and traditions that preserved this historic structure and provided a space to share our community’s histories. The First 50 Years display tells the museum’s story through images and artifacts.

Ā ADMISSION
Adults: $15*
Seniors (62+): $12*
Military/Veteran: $12*
Children (ages 3 ā 12): $8*
*PLUS TAX
Children 2 years and under FREE
Members: FREE!
BOOK YOUR TICKET Ā»
Advance reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome.
Members, your free admission discount is applied near the end of the online registration process.
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