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The so-called "Woodstock for capitalists", annually on the first Saturday of May, where investors all over the world come to listen to Warren Buffett. It might hold little interest to non business minded travelers, but just as important is that if you are not interested, better stay clear off Omaha during this period as the business crowd drives transportation and accommodation prices through the roof.
This nationally renowned zoo is Nebraska's number one paid attraction. It features an expansive and aquarium, "Kingdoms of the Night" (world's largest nocturnal exhibit and indoor swamp), the Lied Jungle (world's largest indoor rainforest), and the "Desert Dome" (world's largest indoor desert).
Has works by El Greco, Degas, Monet and Renoir and an extensive ancient Greek pottery display. The Joslyn also has a glass sclupture by Dale Chihuly hanging in the atrium.
A nationally recognized artist-in-residence program and art gallery that consists of three galleries in a warehouse-style studio. Tours are available by reservation and parking is free.
An art center, science center, and a mock grocery store.
A renovated art deco-style train station, it is believed to be the best example of art deco in the country with exhibits such as the Byron Reed Coin and Document Collection, the Trans-Mississippi Exposition Gallery, restored train cars, a teepee, an earth lodge, and more.
A Latino art, history, and cultural museum. It is the first in the Midwest and one of 11 Latino museums in America.