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BEMIS CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS

724 S. 12th St. | bemiscenter.org

Founded in 1981, by artists for artists, Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts supports today’s artists through an international residency program, temporary exhibitions and commissions, and innovative public programs.

BLUEBARN THEATRE

1106 S. 10th St. | bluebarn.org ½ Mile from The Old Market

Established as Omaha’s premier professional theatre, producing over 100 plays throughout its history since 1989. BLUEBARN is dedicated to theatre’s most important tradition: to provoke thought, emotion, action, and change.

BOB THE BRIDGE

705 Riverfront Dr. | visitomaha.com 1 Mile from The Old Market

This 3,000-foot-long walkway stretches across the Missouri River, giving pedestrians a spectacular view of Omaha’s skyline and an almost airborne experience. Connected to more than 150 miles of nature trails —visitors love to bike and walk on Bob.

CHI HEALTH CENTER OMAHA

455 N. 10th St. | chihealthcenteromaha.com ½ Mile from The Old Market

Between its stunning architecture and riverfront location, the CHI Health Center Omaha convention center and arena is not only a fixture in the city’s skyline—it’s a favorite destination for concerts, consumer shows and exhibits.

DURHAM MUSEUM

801 S. 10th St. | durhammuseum.org

Omaha’s former Union Station is now the region’s premier hands-on history museum! Climb aboard passenger trains from the 1940s and 50s and enjoy vibrant exhibits and beautiful art deco architecture at this National Historic Landmark.

FIRST NATIONAL SCULPTURE PARKS

1601 Dodge St. | firstnational.com ½ Mile from The Old Market

First National transformed five downtown city blocks into a green urban sculpture park. The sculptures depict Omaha’s rich pioneer history and are one of the largest installations of bronze and stainless steel in the world.

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GENE LEAHY MALL AT THE RIVERFRONT

1302 Farnam St. | riverfrontrevitalization.com Opening July 1, 2022

Over 40,000 square feet of lawn space in the heart of downtown Omaha. Brand new amenities will include a Performance Pavilion, a state-of-the-art playground, interactive water features, a sculpture garden and a sizeable dog park.

HEARTLAND OF AMERICA PARK AT THE RIVERFRONT

800 Douglas St. | riverfrontrevitalization.com ¼ Mile from The Old Market

Under Construction, Repoening in 2023

In transformation currently, the lake and fountain have been welcoming visitors since the early 1990s. While these elements will stay, they’ll be joined by a Skate Ribbon, lakeside amphitheater, bocce courts, an extensive event lawn and picturesque pier that extends out to the Missouri River.

HENRY DOORLY ZOO & AQUARIUM

3701 S. 10th St. | omahazoo.com 2½ Miles from The Old Market

Consistently ranked as one of the world’s top five zoos, Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium is nationally recognized for its conservation, animal care, and exhibit design.

HOLLAND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

1200 Douglas St. | omahaperformingarts.org ½ Mile from The Old Market

Known best for its world-class acoustics and architecture, Omaha Performing Arts’ Holland Center presents jazz, blues, world music, family entertainment, and comedy. It is also home of the Omaha Symphony.

KANEKO

1111 Jones St. | thekaneko.org

KANEKO is a nonprofit arts and cultural organization dedicated to exploring and encouraging the creative process and how it impacts our lives. For more information about KANEKO, visit thekaneko.org.

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LEWIS & CLARK LANDING AT THE RIVERFRONT

345 Riverfront Dr. | riverfrontrevitalization.com ½ Mile from The Old Market

Under Construction, Reopening in 2023

A contiguous trail system for riverside strolls will remain—with the redesign adding numerous trees and pockets of green space throughout. Additional new features will include a destination children’s playground, an urban beach, sand volleyball courts, pickleball courts, an event plaza to accommodate carnival rides and a renovated marina.

OMAHA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

500 S. 20th St. | ocm.org ½ Mile from The Old Market

Omaha Children’s Museum is Omaha’s premier participatory museum, featuring exhibits for families with children ages 0-8. Permanent exhibits include the Tinker Lab, Imagination Playground, and a science center.

ORPHEUM THEATER

409 S. 16th St. | omahaperformingarts.org ¼ Mile from The Old Market

Built in 1927, the Orpheum Theater is home to Broadway, dance, comedy and popular music acts like Disney’s The Lion King, Wicked, and more. Opera Omaha and American Midwest Ballet also perform here.

ROSE THEATER

2001 Farnam St. | rosetheater.org ¾ Mile from The Old Market

The Rose Theater is committed to enriching the lives of children through live theater and arts education. We are proud to be the place where a love of theater begins.

CHARLES SCHWAB FIELD OMAHA

1200 Mike Fahey St. charlesschwabfieldomaha.com 1 Mile from The Old Market

Charles Schwab Field, Omaha’s premiere sports stadium and outdoor entertainment venue, is home to NCAA Men’s College World Series, Creighton Bluejays baseball, concerts, and events.

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