From pioneer trails to presidential visits, Omaha’s past is full of stories worth discovering. 📜 Our History Buff itinerary takes you through iconic landmarks, museums, and immersive exhibits that bring the past to life. Ready to explore the history behind the city? 👉 Plan your journey: https://www.visitomaha.com/things-to-do/itineraries/history-buff/ | Visit Omaha

In 1898, Omaha pulled off a world’s fair in the middle of a depression. Led by Gurdon Wattles (yes, his real name), the city raised over $600,000 (about $21 million in today's money). Even school kids chipped in their lunch money! The Trans-Mississippi Expo dazzled with electric lights (new technology then), whitewashed buildings, the first car...before anyone knew what a car was, and a Wild West show starring Army scout and showman "Buffalo Bill" Cody and Apache leader and warrior Geronimo (who