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YES. WE’RE GOING INSIDE.If you’ve ever driven past this house and wondered what it looks like inside, October 3 is your ...
09/23/2026

YES. WE’RE GOING INSIDE.

If you’ve ever driven past this house and wondered what it looks like inside, October 3 is your chance to find out.

Many Omahans still remember it as the “Flying Nun House.”

Today, it has a new name: Voyage.

And as part of Preserve Omaha’s Mid-Century Legacy Conference, its owners are opening the doors for a private tour.

This isn’t simply a house that looks Mid-Century Modern from the street. Voyage is an experience in architecture, from its unmistakable silhouette to the way the home was designed around space, light, movement and modern living.

After spending the day immersed in Mid-Century Modern architecture, art and design inside the iconic LEO A DALY building, we’ll head to Voyage and experience those ideas in an entirely different way: inside a home.

Walk through it.

Look at the details.

See how the architecture actually lives.

And finally satisfy that curiosity you’ve had every time you’ve driven past.

We think the opportunity to tour Voyage is worth the price of the ticket all by itself.

And it’s only one part of the day.

October 3 | Preserve Omaha Conference: The Mid-Century Legacy

Your ticket includes the full conference at Leo A Daly and the private tour of Voyage.

Get your ticket and come inside! https://preserveomaha.org/event-6832391

(Images courtesy of VRBO, Berkshire Hathaway, and Omaha Magazine)

YOUR HOUSE HAS A PAST.Do you know how to find it?Who built it?Who lived there before you?Who designed it?What did your s...
09/20/2026

YOUR HOUSE HAS A PAST.

Do you know how to find it?

Who built it?

Who lived there before you?

Who designed it?

What did your street look like 50, 75 or 100 years ago?

And what stories have been sitting quietly behind those walls all this time?

You don’t have to own a Mid-Century Modern home to find something for you at The Mid-Century Legacy.

Preservationist and historian Kristine Ge**er is joining us October 3 to teach you how to research the history of your own home or building.

Kristine will show you where to look, what records exist, how to follow the clues, and how seemingly small pieces of information can begin to reveal the people and stories that came before you.

Because a house is more than an architectural style.

Someone chose the land.

Someone drew the plans.

Someone walked through the front door for the first time.

Families lived there. Omaha changed around it. And if the building survived, pieces of that story are still there waiting to be found.

This is the heart of preservation.

Not simply saving buildings, but discovering and preserving the stories that give them meaning.

Bring your curiosity.

You may leave knowing exactly where to begin uncovering the story of your own home.

October 3 | Preserve Omaha Conference: The Mid-Century Legacy

Tickets are available now! https://preserveomaha.org/event-6832391

YOU’LL NEVER LOOK AT OMAHA THE SAME WAY AGAIN.You’ve seen the flat roofs. The walls of glass. The clean lines. The build...
09/18/2026

YOU’LL NEVER LOOK AT OMAHA THE SAME WAY AGAIN.

You’ve seen the flat roofs. The walls of glass. The clean lines. The buildings that look nothing like the ornate homes and architecture that came before them.

But why?

What happened in the middle of the 20th century that so dramatically changed the way we built, decorated, and lived?

That’s where we begin October 3.

Aaron C. Pattee of the UNL College of Architecture will take us into the origins of Mid-Century Modern architecture and the ideas, innovations and cultural shifts that created an entirely new way of thinking about buildings and the people who lived in them.

Then Creighton art historian Matthew Averett takes us inside.

Because Modernism didn’t stop at the front door.

Art, furniture, sculpture, materials and interior design were all part of the movement. Matthew will explore the interiors and artists that helped define the era, including Henry Moore, one of Britain’s most important modernist sculptors.

And here’s the part we love.

You’ll be learning all of this while sitting inside the iconic LEO A DALY building, surrounded by Mid-Century Modern architecture and an extraordinary collection of art.

So when Aaron talks about the architecture, look around.

When Matthew talks about the art, look around.

The building becomes part of the lesson.

By the time you leave, we hope you notice things you’ve driven past a hundred times and suddenly think:

I know what I’m looking at now.

October 3 | Preserve Omaha Conference: The Mid-Century Legacy

Tickets are available now! https://preserveomaha.org/event-6832391

We could have rented a ballroom.Rows of chairs. A projector. Four blank walls.Instead, we chose architecture.On October ...
09/17/2026

We could have rented a ballroom.

Rows of chairs. A projector. Four blank walls.

Instead, we chose architecture.

On October 3, Preserve Omaha is taking over the iconic Leo A. Daly building for The Mid-Century Legacy, a day immersed in Mid-Century Modern architecture, design, history, and world-class art.

Because where’s the fun in talking about great architecture from inside a ballroom?

At LEO A DALY, the building itself becomes part of the experience. Look around while you’re there. Spend time with the art. Notice the details. You won’t just hear about Mid-Century Modernism; you’ll spend the day surrounded by it.

And we have gathered an incredible group of architects, historians, designers, preservationists, and art experts to help you see it differently.

Discover the origins of Mid-Century Modern architecture and the ideas that changed the way America built and lived.

Explore the art and interiors that defined the era.

Discover the remarkable Omaha legacy of architect Golden J. Zenon, Jr.

Learn how to uncover the history hidden inside your own home.

See how Mid-Century Modern design can work beautifully in the homes we live in today.

Talk directly with restoration experts who understand what it takes to care for and preserve these buildings.

And then, after spending the day immersed in Mid-Century Modernism, we’re taking you somewhere else.

VOYAGE.

You may remember it as the “Flying Nun House.”

One of Omaha’s most recognizable Mid-Century Modern homes is opening its doors for a private tour, and we’re going inside.

Leo A Daly. World-class art. Exceptional speakers. Omaha history. Architecture. Design. Restoration. And a private tour of Voyage.

All in one day.

Choosing Leo A Daly means this conference must remain intimate. It wasn’t designed to accommodate a large conference, and that is part of what makes this opportunity so special.

We didn’t want to put you in a ballroom and tell you about Mid-Century Modern architecture.

We wanted you to experience it.

October 3
Preserve Omaha Conference: The Mid-Century Legacy

Tickets are available now! https://preserveomaha.org/event-6832391

Preserve Omaha Conference: The Mid-Century LegacyWe’re capping off Preserve Omaha’s Summer of Mid-Century Modern with an...
09/08/2026

Preserve Omaha Conference: The Mid-Century Legacy

We’re capping off Preserve Omaha’s Summer of Mid-Century Modern with an unforgettable day inside a building that is itself part of the story: the iconic LEO A DALY headquarters.

Join us Saturday, October 3 for a full day exploring Omaha’s Mid-Century Modern architecture, design, history, and preservation — and discovering how these buildings, interiors, and original materials can be preserved for another generation.

Our lineup of speakers includes:

Aaron Pattee — The origins and history of Mid-Century Modern architecture

Matthew Avarett — The look and influence of mid-century interior design, from Eames and Saarinen to the ways modern design entered everyday American homes and public spaces

Barbara Ingram — The architectural legacy of Golden W. Zenon, Jr., FAIA, one of Omaha’s important Black architects of the Mid-Century era

Jeremy & The Jo(h)ns — An informal lunchtime conversation about old-house maintenance, window repair, DIY projects, and knowing when to call a professional

Kristine Ge**er — An interactive workshop on researching the history of your own home or building

Katie Anania — How visual art shaped and responded to mid-century architecture

Soly Harrison — Mid-Century Modern Interiors: Preserve, Refresh & Reimagine, offering practical ways to honor an MCM home while making it work for contemporary life

Arrive early to explore Leo A. Daly’s remarkable Mid-Century Modern architecture, including a rare opportunity to see the apartment of Leo A. Daly II.

Then, after the conference, join us for a cocktail hour at Voyage, a distinctive Googie-style home in Bellevue designed by architect Willis Regier and originally nicknamed the “Flying Nun House.”

$75 members | $90 nonmembers, lunch included

Whether you’re a longtime preservationist, an MCM enthusiast, an old-house owner, an architecture nerd, or simply curious about Omaha’s mid-century story, there’s something for you.

Spots are limited — register today and spend the day celebrating The Mid-Century Legacy!

🎩✨ A little Omaha magic just received national recognition.The House of Mystery, the historic home of famed illusionist ...
07/22/2026

🎩✨ A little Omaha magic just received national recognition.

The House of Mystery, the historic home of famed illusionist David P. Abbott, has officially been listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Built in 1914 at 3316 Center Street, the Craftsman bungalow was far more than a family home—it was a stage, laboratory, and gathering place for some of the world’s greatest magicians. Abbott designed the house with hidden features and ingenious mechanisms to create astonishing parlor illusions and séances, earning the home its legendary nickname. From 1914 until Abbott’s death in 1934, the house served as both his residence and the setting for performances that influenced generations of magicians. Even Harry Houdini was among the notable visitors who came to experience Abbott’s remarkable creations.

The National Register designation recognizes the House of Mystery for its significance in entertainment history, its association with David P. Abbott, and its innovative adaptation of a Craftsman bungalow into one of America’s most remarkable venues for the art of illusion.

Purchased by Teller (of Penn and Teller) and generously donated to the Omaha Magical Society, the House of Mystery continues to bring magic to Omaha. A well-deserved recognition!

Tonight’s the night! Join us at Joslyn Castle & Gardens for this month’s Art Walk. Tonight’s event is extra special - it...
07/16/2026

Tonight’s the night! Join us at Joslyn Castle & Gardens for this month’s Art Walk. Tonight’s event is extra special - it’s the opening of Omatopia: Versions of Omaha, a group art show featuring works from 17 local artists in the historic Joslyn Castle Carriage House Gallery. The Castle green space will host an Urbanism Summit, welcoming local organizations to share information on urban planning, alternative modes of transportation, historic preservation, sustainable living and beyond at the Art Walk vendor fair.

Preserve Omaha is proud to host a walking tour of the Castle & Cathedral District district during the Art Walk! Preserve Omaha board member and City of Omaha Historic Preservation Administrator Shelley McCafferty will lead a guided walking tour highlighting the Joslyn Castle Neighborhood architectural history and the stories behind these remarkable homes at 6:30. You won’t want to miss the tour, which offers a rare opportunity to step inside three incredible homes and experience the craftsmanship and character that define one of Omaha’s most treasured historic neighborhoods. See you tonight!

Window work continues!After the Preserve Omaha window workshop in May, residents of the Creighton Phi Chi medical frater...
07/06/2026

Window work continues!

After the Preserve Omaha window workshop in May, residents of the Creighton Phi Chi medical fraternity reached out to The Jo(h)ns to help with the window restoration in their historic home. The residents of Phi Chi live in the Earl Buck residence at 38th and Dewey, which was originally a wedding gift from Gottlieb Storz to his niece, Louise, upon her marriage to Earl Buck. Built in 1916, the original windows are due for a tune-up to keep them lasting another 100 years. Work focused on a nonfunctioning bedroom window. John and Ethan got to work scraping old paint from the sash, repairing the muntins with epoxy, glazing, and installing weather stripping to get the window back in functioning order. With their efforts, the window has been saved and kept out of the landfill. We love to see it!

Join us for the opening reception of the Omatopia group art show in the historic Joslyn Castle Carriage House Gallery du...
07/02/2026

Join us for the opening reception of the Omatopia group art show in the historic Joslyn Castle Carriage House Gallery during the July 16th Art Walk from 5-8pm. The Joslyn Castle & Gardens green space will host an Urbanism Summit, welcoming local organizations to share information on urban planning, sustainable living, alternative modes of transportation, historic preservation and beyond at the Art Walk vendor fair.

Preserve Omaha is proud to bring you a walking tour of the Castle and Cathedral Arts District during the Art Walk! Three historic homes in the beautiful Joslyn Castle Neighborhood will be open to the public, offering a rare opportunity to step inside and experience the craftsmanship and character that define one of Omaha’s most treasured historic neighborhoods. Preserve Omaha will lead a guided walking tour highlighting the neighborhood’s architectural history and the stories behind these remarkable homes at 6:30 on the 16th.

This is a free community event, and we hope you’ll join us at Joslyn Castle & Gardens for an evening of history, architecture, and neighborhood exploration.

Preserve Omaha invites you aboard a one-of-a-kind journey through some of Omaha’s most fascinating Mid-Century Modern sp...
06/30/2026

Preserve Omaha invites you aboard a one-of-a-kind journey through some of Omaha’s most fascinating Mid-Century Modern spaces!

Step inside Omaha’s Atomic Age.

This summer, Preserve Omaha invites you aboard a one-of-a-kind journey through some of Omaha’s most fascinating Mid-Century Modern spaces during Atomic Omaha: A Summer of Mid-Century Modern Bus Tour.

From dramatic rooflines and walls of glass to innovative design that still feels fresh decades later, you’ll explore remarkable homes that helped shape Omaha’s architectural story. This year’s tour includes two stunning Mid-Century Modern residences, plus a rare behind-the-scenes look inside the Leo A Daly architecture offices, including Leo Daly’s original apartment filled with incredible period details.

🚍 Tour 1: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
🚍 Tour 2: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Your adventure begins at Leo A Daly (8600 Indian Hills Drive), where you’ll board the shuttle and set off to discover some of Omaha’s architectural treasures.

Want to keep the conversation going?

Add the Cocktail Hour from 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM and mingle with fellow architecture enthusiasts, preservation supporters, and design lovers.

Whether you’re passionate about architecture, obsessed with all things Mid-Mod, or simply curious about the homes and spaces that define Omaha’s character, this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

📆 Sunday, July 19

🎟️ Tour Tickets:
$50 Preserve Omaha Members | $60 Non-Members

🍸 Cocktail Hour Add-On:
$25 Members & Nonmembers

Space is limited and these tours always generate excitement, so don’t wait too long to reserve your spot. Register today! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atomic-omaha-a-summer-of-mid-century-modern-bus-tour-tickets-1992145162809?aff=oddtdtcreator

The Mid-Century Modern Home Tour, founded by Marty Hosking of Keller Williams Greater Omaha, is presented in partnership with Preserve Omaha.

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