Saturday, May 10th

2PM

Wyuka Cemetery

3600 O St

Gravestone Cleaning Workshop

Join us for a hands-on Grave Marker Cleaning Workshop presented by Preservation Association of Lincoln with cemetery preservationist Shannon Justice of History Walks, LLC, hosted at Lincoln's historic Wyuka Cemetery.

Due to growing community interest, we're excited to offer this engaging event that begins with an instructional portion. We'll review different types of grave marker materials, how to assess markers for cleaning, identify various debris and biological growth, and practice proper cleaning techniques to protect these historical treasures.

This workshop will be limited to 20 people and you must register for the event.

Saturday, May 10th

4pM - 7pm

First Plymouth Church

20th & D

2025 Near South Tour of Homes: VIP Tour

PAL MEMBERS

ENTER FOR A CHANCE TO WIN

A PAIR OF FREE VIP TOUR TICKETS

Use the member discount code that was emailed to you to enter the drawing below.

The deadline for entry is May 1st.

Sunday, May 11th

1pM - 5pm

First Plymouth Church

20th & D

2025 Near South Tour of Homes: storied Streets

Experience the charm and history of Lincoln’s beloved Near South Neighborhood with the 2025 Tour of Homes, taking place on Mother’s Day weekend, May 10-11, 2025. This biennial tradition celebrates historic preservation, architectural beauty, and community pride, offering visitors a rare glimpse into some of the city’s most unique and storied residences.

This event is brought to you by our friends at Near South Neighborhood Association.

Tuesday, May 13th

12pM

LNK TV Studio

County/City Building

PAL Brown Bag

Announcement Coming Soon!

Thursday, May 15th

4pm - 7pm

3504 Center St. Omaha, NE

3316 Center St. Omaha, NE

Preserve Omaha Presents: The House That Magic Built

Two historic venues, one magical night. A private evening like no other!

Step behind the curtain and into a world of mystery and magic. On May 15, 2025, Preserve Omaha and the Omaha Magical Society invite you to a once-in-a-lifetime evening that will surprise, delight, and enchant. Join us for this extraordinary event: a private tour of the Abbott House, built and owned by one of history's most legendary magicians, Professor David P. Abbott.

This event is brought to you by our friends at Preserve Omaha.

Friday, May 16th

6PM

First Plymouth

2000 D Street

PAL Annual Awards and Membership Meeting

You’re invited to our annual meeting and awards presentation in Lincoln’s First Plymouth Church. We’ll begin the evening with food & drink catered by…

Following our brief annual meeting, you’ll learn… Then, Ed Zimmer will present our annual awards plus paint a picture of the building’s complete history. Finally, you will have the opportunity to take a quick tour of the…

Please RSVP for the event using the form below.

Thursday, May 29th

Online

Give To Lincoln Day

Give to Lincoln Day, coordinated by Lincoln Community Foundation, is a time when everyone in Lincoln is asked to make a donation toward the organizations that are critical to the care, support and spirit of our great city. DONATE TO PAL!

Sunday, June 1st

2pm

Rudge Memorial Chapel

3600 O St

Wyuka Cemetery tour

Local historian, Ed Zimmer, will host a walking tour in the Wyuka Cemetery. Explore the history and beauty that is Wyuka.

Our walk of approximately 90 minutes samples Lincoln's oldest cemetery, established in 1869.

Through this tour we can trace 

• Lincoln's connections to national events from the Civil War to recent conflicts; 

• our community's economy, education, and entertainment sectors;

• the architecture of the cemetery and art of its monuments.

This event is brought to you by our friends at Wyuka Historical Foundation.