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Pay homage to bravery at the Crook House Museum. Learn about the life story of General George Crook, who was a Civil War and National Indian War hero, remembered as the "greatest Indian fighter in the history of the United States." Hear about a fierce defender of Native American Rights and see the furnishings that reflect life in the 1800's.

Enter through a wrought iron door that weighs a ton at the Joslyn Castle Trust to gain entrance to Omaha's historic landmark treasure the grand castle once belonging to George and Sarah Joslyn, founders of the Western Newspaper Union. Tour the halls of their lavish 35-room castle to see ornate ceilings, staircases, fireplaces, furnishings and stunning formal gardens outside.

Reserve your box seats at Opera Omaha, to see the only professional opera company in the state of Nebraska. Enjoy an internationally renowned company as they perform at the 2,600 seat Orpheum Theater. Electric operatic productions are played out in unison with the Opera Omaha Chorus and the Omaha Symphony.