Free and Cheap Omaha Activities
Cheapism's editors recommend the best free and cheap Omaha activities on foursquare. Here is the complete list:
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General Crook House Museum
5730 N 30th St # 11BOmaha, NE 68111
Phone #: 402-455-9990
URL: www.omahahistory.org
Home of the famous General George Crook - war hero considered the best Indian fighter in the US. House was built in 1879 & has a Victorian Heirloom Garden. Cost = $5-$6. Hosts private afternoon teas.
Lauritzen Gardens
100 Bancroft StOmaha, NE 68108
Neighborhood: Riverfront Hills
Phone #: 402-346-4002
URL: www.lauritzengardens.org
Quiet & relaxing w/beautiful flowers & plants throughout all 4 seasons. Has indoor & outdoor gardens & host different fascinating exhibits throughout the year. Admission is $6-$7 depending season.
El Museo Latino
4701 South 25 StreetOmaha, NE 68107
Phone #: 402-731-1137
URL: www.elmuseolatino.org
Museum featuring Hispanic history & culture. Has exhibits, hosts dance classes, provides art classes, workshops & more. Organizes special events for Cinco De Mayo & Hispanic Heritage Month. Cost = $5.
Joslyn Castle
3902 Davenport StreetOmaha, NE 68131
Phone #: 402-595-2199
URL: www.joslyncastle.com
An architects dream! Joslyn Castle was built in 1903, is four stories and has 35 rooms. Beautiful details complete the castle and grounds. Open 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month. Tours are $6.
Durham Museum
801 South 10th StreetOmaha, NE 68108
Phone #: 402-444-5071
URL: www.durhammuseum.org
Explore the history of Omaha & the surrounding area as well as the US history of trains. Offering plenty of permanent & traveling exhibits, the museum is a Smithsonian affiliate. Admission $5+.
Omaha Children's Museum
500 South 20th StreetOmaha, NE 68102
Phone #: 402-342-6164
URL: www.ocm.org
Learning through play is the theme of the museum. Learning is fostered through hands on exhibits encouraging children to explore their surroundings. Tons of activities for all ages - a perfect outing!
Joslyn Art Museum
2200 Dodge StreetOmaha, NE 68102
Phone #: 402-342-3300
URL: www.joslyn.org
A beautiful Art Deco building from 1931, museum features exhibits ranging from the American West, to Greek pottery, to artwork by Claude Monet. Also offers plenty of educational opportunities. Admission $5+.
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