One family day pass. Expires 6/1/17.

Where Generations Connect
Built back in 1931 by Union Pacific, this art deco train station was an architectural showpiece designed in the spirit of the new "modern" age of travel. Today, this rare jewel has been transformed into one of the country’s most vibrant and beautiful hands-on museums.

Come explore Omaha’s history, discover something new in the world-class temporary exhibits, and remember the past through special collections and programs. The Durham Museum is proud to be an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution and partner with the Library of Congress, the National Archives, Chicago’s Field Museum, and many other national institutions.

The King is Dead! The Regicide of Charles I April 2, 2016-January 8, 2017 *Developed by Durham Museum Intern and UNL graduate, Margaret Abbott In 17th century England, even being a King could be a dangerous job – sometimes you could even lose your head! The King is Dead explores the reign of England’s King Charles I and the story behind his eventual trial and execution for high treason. For the first, and only, time in its history, England was a republic under the leadership of the infamous Oliver Cromwell. Using original documents from the museum’s Byron Reed Rare Coin, Document and Book collection, visitors will see into the life of an English king and how his kingdom eventually fell.

Odyssey’s SHIPWRECK! Pirates and Treasure May 28-August 28, 2016 Odyssey’s SHIPWRECK! Pirates & Treasure showcases Odyssey Marine Exploration’s world-class archaeological work in the deep ocean. The exhibit takes visitors on a voyage through more than 2,000 years of seafaring history and contains over 500 authentic shipwreck artifacts, a variety of interactive games and challenges and a full-size replica of ZEUS, Odyssey’s eight-ton Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) which acts as the archaeologist’s hands and eyes in the deep ocean. Odyssey has discovered some of the world’s most fascinating and famous shipwrecks, including the Civil War-era SS Republic and the record-breaking recovery of the heaviest and deepest cargo of precious metal from the SS Gairsoppa. World War II-era silver, including the first bar recovered, from the Gairsoppa is on display.

Steamship Bertrand June 11 – September 25, 2016

In partnership with the Desoto National Wildlife Refuge, and as a companion exhibition to Odyssey’s SHIPWRECK! Pirates and Treasure, The Durham Museum presents the story of the steamship Bertrand that sank in the Missouri River on April 1, 1865. Though no one was injured, almost the entire cargo was lost. Over 100 years later, the objects were recovered through underwater salvage and several will be on loan to The Durham to highlight the Omaha area’s own shipwreck story. 90 Years of Compassion: Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Omaha June 25-September 25, 2016 Catholic Charities ministers to the greatest and most fundamental needs of our community. Since 1926, Catholic Charities has had a rich tradition of serving and advocating for more than 100,000 voiceless, hungry, addicted, abused and forgotten individuals and families annually throughout the area. The Durham Museum is pleased to present an exhibition celebrating the impactful history of the organization on our city.

American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition

September 24, 2016 – January 29, 2017

Step back in time to an era of flappers and suffragists, bootleggers and temperance workers, and real-life legends like Al Capone and Carry Nation. Created by the National Constitution Center, American Spirits: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition, is the first comprehensive exhibition about America’s most colorful and complex constitutional hiccup. Spanning from the dawn of the temperance movement, through the Roaring ’20s, to the unprecedented repeal of a constitutional amendment, this world-premiere exhibition brings the whole story of Prohibition vividly to life. Experience the Prohibition era through: • Over 100 rare artifacts including flapper dresses, temperance propaganda, a 1929 Buick Marquette and original ratification copies of the 18th and 21st Amendments. • A re-created speakeasy where you can learn to Charleston and explore the fashion, music and culture of the Roaring ’20s. • A custom-built video game where you serve as a federal agent tracking down rumrunners.

Homebrew: The History of Omaha’s Craft Brewing Before and After Prohibition October 8, 2016- January 29, 2017 Krug. Storz. Metz. Do any of these names sound familiar to you? They were some of Omaha’s founding brewers. Omaha is, and always has been, a beer town. Local brews fueled the workers who helped the city expand so rapidly and gave power to the mob bosses of the Prohibition eras. Today, Omaha’s growing number of breweries and distilleries are winning competitions around the globe. The Durham has developed the exhibit Homebrew: The History of Omaha’s Craft Brewing Before and After Prohibition to explore this multifaceted industry and how it has helped to shape Omaha over the years. Come learn what, and who, made this city such fertile ground for the brewing industry and how the craft brewing movement of today has already made a lasting impact.

YMCA of Greater Omaha: 150 Years of Serving All

October 8, 2016 – January 8, 2017

The Durham Museum is partnering with the YMCA of Greater Omaha to celebrate 150 years of serving the city. On April 2, 1866, the YMCA first began to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all citizens of Omaha. Today, their focus continues to be strengthening the community through programs that focus on three key areas: youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.