The Durham Museum

We like how these guys think! 🤔🤔 For just $5, guests, heroes and villains can spend their Tuesday evening exploring The Durham Museum, including our must-see exhibition, 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙚𝙨 & 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙢𝙚.

✨ Happily Ever After Hours: $5 After 5
📅 Every Tuesday this summer
⏰ 5-8PM
🎟️ Admission: $5
(Kids 2 and under and museum members get in free)

Be our guest! Bring a friend!

Read up on our featured exhibit in this great story from Omaha World-Herald. Then come see film-worn costumes donned by Johnny Depp, Angelina Jolie, Oprah Winfrey, Emma Watson and many more movie stars!

Costumes worn by characters including Cinderella, Mary Poppins, Captain Jack Sparrow and Maleficent are in Omaha as the Durham Museum hosts "Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume." ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

Last week, The Durham Museum had the privilege of sharing local history through a special virtual program with patients staying at the National Quarantine Unit at University of Nebraska Medical Center - UNMC. Our guests learned about our building, local railroad history and got a virtual tour of our trains. We hope the experience made them feel more connected with our community and brought a bit of comfort to their stay.

We love sharing stories and connecting with audiences wherever they may be.

We also want to extend our gratitude to UNMC for making this connection possible, and for the important work they do in supporting and caring for their patients.

Last night, The Durham Museum and the Walt Disney Archives teamed up to take guests behind the “seams” of our featured exhibition, 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙚𝙨 & 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙢𝙚. A big thank you to Kelsey Williams of the Walt Disney Archives for a fascinating presentation about the development of the exhibit and the work involved in preserving and caring for these remarkable costumes.

Thanks to our guests who attended Thursday night. Did you miss the program? Don’t worry — you can still explore 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙚𝙨 & 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙢𝙚, on display at The Durham through October 25.

3 WEEKS AWAY!! For one enchanted evening 🌙🎹✨🌙🎹✨ Piano bar, music, signature drinks, grown-up fun and a night that’s anything but once upon a time!

Get your tickets for 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗵𝗮𝗺 (June 26, 6-10PM) and enjoy an after-hours museum celebration filled with fan-favorite animated ballads and sing-alongs, all performed by the very talented Omaha Broadway Bar! Explore our must-see featured exhibit, play games and more.

It all adds up to a fairy tale night out with your date or friends! Must be 21 or older to attend.

🎫 Tickets: DurhamMuseum.org/Enchanted

Before designing Cinderella’s iconic gown for the 2015 live-action film, costume designer Sandy Powell watched the original animated classic — not for inspiration, but simply out of curiosity. She admits, once she started designing the dress she noticed definite similarities.

In the end, nine different versions of Cinderella’s ball gown were created, each using more than 270 yards of fabric, numerous petticoats, more than 10,000 crystals and more than three miles of hems.

Worn by actress Lily James in the film, this beautiful dress is a highlight of our new exhibition, 𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙚𝙨 & 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙢𝙚, now on display at The Durham Museum.

𝙃𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙚𝙨 & 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙨: 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘿𝙞𝙨𝙣𝙚𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙢𝙚 is curated by the Walt Disney Archives.

Imagining Omaha's Union Station in 1939, when Golden Spike Days was truly a shoulder-to-shoulder celebration …

📸 The Durham Museum Photo Archive, John S. Savage Collection/Omaha World-Herald, JS21-247, 1939

Cheers to Nebraskaland Magazine for reaching a historic milestone this month! For 100 years, your incredible work has connected Nebraskans to the natural beauty around them. We are excited to partner with you on the upcoming exhibition, 𝙉𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙨𝙠𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙙: 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 100 𝙔𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙨 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙙𝙤𝙤𝙧𝙨, which highlights the amazing images and stories that have defined the magazine for a century.

The exhibit opens June 20 at The Durham.

In June 1926, Nebraskaland, originally known as Outdoor Nebraska, was created as a bulletin to keep sportsmen informed about the agency’s work while inspiring a greater appreciation for Nebraska’s wildlife and natural beauty. Over the last century, it has evolved from a small game and fish publication into an award-winning magazine known for its stunning photography and in-depth storytelling about Nebraska’s wildlife, parks, outdoor recreation and culture.

Today, Nebraskaland Magazine continues its mission of promoting stewardship and conservation of Nebraska’s natural resources and outdoor spaces. Through breathtaking photography and engaging stories, the magazine highlights the many outdoor opportunities found across the state, from hunting and fishing to camping, boating and wildlife viewing.

As we officially enter the 100th year of Nebraskaland, we want to thank all of you who have followed along on this journey. Readers, subscribers, photographers and storytellers have helped shape the magazine for generations, and your continued support has made this milestone possible. We are grateful to celebrate 100 years of this Nebraska's outdoors with you.

Looking for a great summer getaway without leaving town? "Heroes & Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume" awaits! Seeking a great time to see it? Check out Happily Ever After Hours: $5 After 5 on Tuesdays!

Our latest newsletter has the details and more!

https://mailchi.mp/durhammuseum/durham-newsletter-4745300-pf3okersjk-4746016