We will be open late until 8 p.m. on the First Friday of each month while we’re observing Winter Hours. Hooray! These nights will be packed with activities for your perfect family date. Mark the calendar on the First Friday of each month.
See you then!

Presented by University of Phoenix

First Fridays
February 3 - Construction Zone (Member preview 6-8 pm)
March 2 - Dr. Seuss
April 6 - Star Wars


When the museum is observing summer hours (Memorial Day through Labor Day), we are open on Thursdays until 8 p.m.
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Children can explore sound as they create their own musical instrument. Families can then make plans to attend the Omaha Symphony's Family Concert "The Amazing Music Machine" on February 26th, 2012 at the Holland Center. At the concert, children will be invited to play their instruments with the Omaha Symphony. During each workshop the symphony's Instrument Petting Zoo will be on hand to allow children to play with real instruments.

• Saturday, Feb. 4, 11 am - 12 pm, 2-3 pm
• Saturday, Feb. 11, 11 am - 12 pm, 2-3 pm
• Saturday, Feb. 18, 11 am - 12 pm, 2-3 pm
• Saturday, Feb. 25, 11 am - 12 pm, 2-3 pm

See performances from Heartland Youth Ballet at the museum!








February 25, 2012
1:30 pm - "Life of A Dancer" - *Reservation required*
2-4 pm - Dance Performance

March 3, 2012
1:30 pm - "Life of A Dancer" - *Reservation required*
2-4 pm - Dance Performance

March 17, 2012
1:30 pm - "Calling All Theater Goers!" *Reservation required*
2-4 pm - Dance performance

March 31, 2012
1:30 pm - "Life of A Dancer" - *Reservation required*
2-4 pm - Dance Performance

April 14, 2012
1:30 pm - "Calling All Theater Goers!" *Reservation required*
2-4 pm - Dance performance

Life of A Dancer
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a dancer? Join us in the exploration of preparing for "The Show" and watch how an actual dancer gets ready for the stage! This special presenation is limited to 15 children and their families. Please reserve your spot by emailing Sara at ssherman@ocm.org

Calling All Theater Goers!
Prepare yourself to be the best theater goer ever! You won't want to miss this fun filled class with helpful hints to make your theater experience more enjoyable! Presentation is limited to 30 children and their families. Please reserve your spot by emailing ssherman@ocm.org.

March 19, 5:30-8 pm

This is a special event for children whose immune systems have been compromised and their families. We've worked with University of Nebraska Medical Center professionals to create an environment that is clean, safe and "carefree" so families can learn, play and enjoy time together. For this very special evening, the museum welcomes families free of charge with a doctor’s note. Please call (402) 930-2353 with questions or for more information. Sponsored by Nebraska Medical Center and Silverstone Group.




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April 15
August 19
November 18
5:30-8 pm

Special evening for children with Autism and their families. The museum has worked with the University of Nebraska Medical Center to create an appropriate environment. Sponsored by Autism Action Partnership, this event is free for autistic children and their families.