University of Nebraska Omaha, Omaha

#29 among attractions in Omaha

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The University of Nebraska Omaha is a public research university in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1908 by faculty from the Omaha Presbyterian Theological Seminary as a private non-sectarian college, the university was originally known as the University of Omaha. Originally meant to provide a Christian-based education free from ecclesiastical control, the university served as a strong alternative to the city's many successful religiously affiliated institutions. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°15'34"N, 96°0'18"W

Address

6001 Dodge StCentral OmahaOmaha United States

Contact

+1 402-554-2800

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University of Nebraska Omaha – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Crossroads Mall, Memorial Park, Elmwood Park Golf Course, Omaha Community Playhouse.

1.1 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Crossroads Mall, Omaha
29 min walk • Crossroads Mall was an enclosed shopping mall located in Omaha, Nebraska, United States, at the intersection of 72nd and Dodge Streets.
~1230 ftNE
Park
Memorial Park, Omaha
6 min walk • Memorial Park is a park located at 6005 Underwood Avenue near the Dundee neighborhood of Omaha, Nebraska. The park was created as a memorial for all of the men and women from Douglas County who have served in the armed forces.
0.6 miSW
41°15'9"N • 96°0'40"W
Elmwood Park Golf Course, Omaha
15 min walk • Golf, Outdoor activities
0.8 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Omaha Community Playhouse, Omaha
21 min walk • The Omaha Community Playhouse, located at 6915 Cass Street in Omaha, Nebraska, United States, is a nationally recognized community theater.
1 miW
Classes and workshops, Library
Do Space, Omaha
26 min walk • Do Space is a 501 non-profit community center for technology, digital library, education, and small makerspace featuring 3D printing technology in Omaha, Nebraska.
0.8 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Dundee Theatre, Omaha
21 min walk • The Dundee Theater is an historic movie theater located at 4952 Dodge Street in Omaha, Nebraska. Now operated by the nonprofit Film Streams, the Dundee is the longest-surviving neighborhood cinema in Omaha.
~1790 ftW
Library
UNO Criss Library, Omaha
9 min walk • The Dr. C.C. and Mabel L. Criss Library is a library on the campus of the University of Nebraska Omaha.
1.3 miNE
Park
Metcalfe Park, Omaha
33 min walk • Metcalfe Park is a small park bearing the namesake of the surrounding neighborhood of Metcalfe, Omaha, Nebraska, located at 1700 Country Club Avenue. One lap around the park perimeter sidewalk is equivalent to 1/3 mile.
1 miS
Park
Elmwood Park, Omaha
25 min walk • The Elmwood Park neighborhood in Omaha, Nebraska is a historically significant area that was developed in the late 19th and early 20th century. It extends from Leavenworth Street on the north to Center Street on the south; from South 50th Street on the east to South 72nd Street on the west.
0.8 miSE
Skyscraper
Elmwood Tower, Omaha
20 min walk • The Elmwood Tower is a high-rise residential building located at 801 South 52nd Street in midtown Omaha, Nebraska. Completed in 1963, the Elmwood Tower is a 321-ft high-rise building, rising to 21 stories and currently the eighth tallest high-rise in Omaha.
0.8 miNE
Neighbourhood
Minne Lusa, Omaha
22 min walk • The Minne Lusa Residential Historic District is located in North Omaha, Nebraska. It is included on the National Register of Historic Places.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to University of Nebraska Omaha?

Nearby attractions include Eugene C. Eppley Administration Building, Omaha (4 min walk), Memorial Park, Omaha (6 min walk), UNO Criss Library, Omaha (9 min walk), Fairacres Historic District, Omaha (12 min walk).

How to get to University of Nebraska Omaha by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Nebraska Omaha:

Bus

62nd & Dodge • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)
50th & Dodge • Lines: 2 (20 min walk)