Now that November is upon us, there are many fun filled family activities around Omaha that are perfect for a day out of the house. We have listed a few below for this upcoming weekend that we hope will be of interest to you and are great for family members of all ages. Enjoy! 

Omaha’s Children’s Museum Forever Forest 
When: Friday, November 10th 
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum 
Duration: All day 

With the national tour of Forever Forest beginning right in our backyard, grab the family for a fun day of adventuring and learning the realities of forests throughout the world. Explore topics such as transportation needs, sustainability and selective harvesting, as well as the daily products that families use that are created from trees. This incredible exhibit features a mini, realistic replica of a Union Pacific engine, a tree top climber and kid-sized home for children to help build – and so much more! 


Life Without Boxes: Embracing Autism in Our Community 
When: Friday, November 10th
Where: Scott Conference Center
Duration: 8:00am – 4:30pm

If you are a family member, service provider, community member or advocate for bringing awareness and inclusion for individuals and families that are affected by autism, then this is a must-attend event! See nationally recognized speakers, community representatives and self-advocates address issues that people within all communities face, and the realistic community solutions that can be implemented. 

The Durham Museum Zoom into Nano 
When: Saturday, November 5th 
Where: The Durham Museum 
Duration: 10am – 5pm

Are you or your family interested in or curious about nanotechnology? If so, head to the Durham Museum this Saturday to see a variety of large-scale, immersive experiences centered around the world within nanotechnology. The event features a full body interactive station where guests can use their hands to grab and pull apart virtual molecules, as well as zooming into tiny structures and devices through very high magnification to see the incredible beauty and awe of natural and manmade objects. 

Wayne State College Exhibit Explores Artistry of Teaching Art
When: Sunday, November 5th
Where: Wayne State College 
Duration: 4:30pm-5:30pm

This is a must-see event for all the art enthusiasts in the Omaha area! The exhibit weaves together creativity, culture and media to stimulate learning for the young and old alike.