Douglas County Historical Society

CLOSED: Easter
2018-04-01 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
The General Crook House Museum will be closed Sunday, April 1st for Easter.

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Dating Victorian Silver Teapots
2018-03-29 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
March 27 & 29: Dating Victorian Silver Teapots

March Readers' Circle: Two Gun Hart by Jeff McArthur
2018-03-28 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
DCHS Reader’s Circle is a monthly book club focusing on authors and stories from Douglas County and Nebraska. Reader’s Circle meets 12 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month at the General Crook House Museum. If you are interested in participating in Reader’s Circle, please call us at 402-455-9990, ext. 103 or email Outreach@DouglasCoHistory.org.
Cost Each Month: $5 DCHS Members; $10 Non-Members.
March Readers’ Circle: Two Gun Hart: Law Man, Cowboy, and Long-Lost Brother of Al Capone by Jeff McArthur

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Dating Victorian Teapots
2018-03-27 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Nippon China
2018-03-22, 2018-03-20 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
March 20 & 22: Nippon China

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Turkey Red Tablecovers
2018-03-15, 2018-03-13 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
March 13 & 15: Turkey Red Tablecovers

Second Sunday Series: Omaha's Delicious History, Stories from Lost Restaurants in Omaha
2018-03-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Building 10, Rm 110, Fort Omaha 30th and Fort
Come hear about past restaurants in Omaha and learn about the history of some of the most beloved places to eat. Presented by author Kim Reiner who wrote the book, Lost Restaurants in Omaha. Sunday, March 11th at 2 p.m. at Historic Fort Omaha Campus, Building #10, Room #110. Please RSVP by calling 402-455-9990 ext. 101 or at Members@DouglasCoHistory.org
FREE to members; $5 for Non-members

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Art Nouveau
2018-03-08, 2018-03-06 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
March 6 & 8: Art Nouveau

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Kerosene Lighting
2018-03-01 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
March 1: Kerosene Lighting

February Reader's Circle: Georgia's Secret: A Woman's Story of Adversity & Success by Elaine Jabenis
2018-02-28 12:00 - 13:30 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
DCHS Reader’s Circle is a monthly book club focusing on authors and stories from Douglas County and Nebraska. Reader’s Circle meets 12 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month at the General Crook House Museum. If you are interested in participating in Reader’s Circle, please call us at 402-455-9990, ext. 103 or email Outreach@DouglasCoHistory.org.
Cost Each Month: $5 DCHS Members; $10 Non-Members.
February Reader’s Circle: Georgia’s Secret: A Woman’s Story of Adversity and Success by Elaine Jabenis (DCHS Member)
**We will meet in the Dining Room as the eBay Class will be in the Education Room during this time**

eBay Selling Class- FULL
2018-02-28 09:30 - 15:00, 2018-01-24 09:30 - 15:00 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
Teacher: Pat Pixley
$50.00 due one week before class
Students will learn how to sell on eBay with detailed instruction and individual help that will guide you step by step through the process. You will need to be registered for eBay and PayPal verified. Bring you laptop computer or iPad, digital camera, cords, manual, and two or three objects to sell. Limited enrollment. Call (402) 455-9990 for more information.

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Kerosene Lighting
2018-02-27 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
February 27: Kerosene Lighting

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Early Dark Blue Transferware
2018-02-22, 2018-02-20 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
February 20 & 22: Early Dark Blue Transferware
For more information, visit: http://douglascohistory.org/classes-programs/classes/

CLOSED for Presidents Day
2018-02-19 | NE
The General Crook House Museum and Library Archives Center will be closed Monday, February 19th for Presidents Day.

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Victorian Love Tokens
2018-02-15, 2018-02-13 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
February 13 & 15: Victorian Love Tokens
For more information, visit: http://douglascohistory.org/classes-programs/classes/

Second Sunday Series: Omaha's Forgotten Suffrage Leader
2018-02-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Building 10, Rm 110, Fort Omaha 30th and Fort
Doris Stevens was born in Omaha in 1892 and graduated from high school in 1905. She was one of the most influential leaders in getting women the right to vote and worked internationally for women’s equality. Come hear Sally Bisson-Best, J.D., Associate Professor at College of Saint Mary, discuss the life and influence of Doris Stevens.
Sunday, February 11th at 2 p.m. at Historic Fort Omaha Campus, 30th and Fort, Building #10, Room #110, north end of campus. Please RSVP by calling 402-455-9990 ext. 101 or at Members@DouglasCoHistory.org
FREE to members; $5 for Non-members

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Custard, Chocolate, & Slag Glass
2018-02-08, 2018-02-06 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
February 6 & 8: Custard, Chocolate, & Slag Glass
For more information, visit: http://douglascohistory.org/classes-programs/classes/

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Battenberg Lace
2018-02-01, 2018-01-30 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
January 30th and February 1st: Battenberg Lace
For more information, visit: http://douglascohistory.org/classes-programs/classes/

January Reader's Circle: Reckless Creed by Alex Kava
2018-01-31 12:00 - 13:30 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
DCHS Reader’s Circle is a monthly book club focusing on authors and stories from Douglas County and Nebraska. Reader’s Circle meets 12 p.m. on the last Wednesday of each month at the General Crook House Museum in the Education Room. If you are interested in participating in Reader’s Circle, please call us at 402-455-9990, ext. 103 or email Outreach@DouglasCoHistory.org.
Cost Each Month: $5 DCHS Members; $10 Non-Members.
January’s Reader’s Circle features Reckless Creed by Alex Kava.

History & Appreciation of Antiques: Victorian & Edwardian Silver Jewelry
2018-01-25, 2018-01-23 | General Crook House Museum, 5730 N 30th St., Omaha, NE, 68111, United States
History and Appreciation of Antiques
Teacher: Pat Pixley, Curator
Study material culture and its impact on society through the history and appreciation of antiques. The class features hands-on examination of artifacts and explores the sociological, economic, historical and political impact of these artifacts on the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, as well as their implications for today and tomorrow. Please bring one antique to each class for “Show and Tell.”
Classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays with each day offering two options for class times:
Morning Class: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m and Afternoon Class: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
$32 for Members; $64 for Non-members
January 23 & 25: Victorian & Edwardian Silver Jewelry
For more information, visit: http://douglascohistory.org/classes-programs/classes/

CLOSED due to Weather
2018-01-22 | NE
The General Crook House Museum and Library Archives Center will be closed Monday, January 22nd due to inclement weather.
