The Chief Big Elk statue is very impressive. Big Elk is wearing a medallion from the Lewis and Clark expedition. He is also draped with a blanket which was traditional dress for the Omaha. He is holding a tomahawk. The statue is by Benjamin Victor 2022.
Wilhelm's Thoughts
This is a place for my history, my poetry and my thoughts
Monday, January 19, 2026
Sunday, January 18, 2026
Book Review: Nebraskaland Magazine's The Road Home: A Photographic Journey
Nebraskaland Magazine's The Road Home: A Photographic Journey, Nebraskaland Magazine, Volume 73 #1, January-February 1995, Nebraska Game and Parks Commission. Nebraska Game and Parks Commission, Lincoln, Nebraska.
This is a very good look of Nebraska, especially rural Nebraska. It has Nebraska in wintr and spring and summer. It has mountainous Nebraska form the western part of the state, deep gullies and valleys. There are ranches, and animals. What is missing are pictures of urban Nebraska. Nothing of Omaha or Bellevue. There are pictures of the fairgrounds in Lincoln, but this book focuses exclusively on rural Nebraska. Maybe that is home.
Labor Statue: Omaha Riverfront Trail
This statue sits by the north end of the Kiewit Luminarium, just past the sand volleyball courts going towards the river. The statue is located where there use to be a lead refinery.
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Friday, January 16, 2026
Firefighters Memorial at Omaha Riverfront Trail
By the parking lot for Kiewit Luminarium vy the River Front Trail is a memorial statue to the firemen of Omaha. It includes a list of those who have died while serving. It was made by Matthew Paczek and sponsored by International Association of Firefighters Local 385.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Sculptures by Placzek Studios at Children's Nebraska Hospital
I noticed these one day driving by and determined to go back to get pictures. There are eleven people with umbrellas, mostly children, outside the hospital. The hospital is on Dodge at 8200 Dodge.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Omaha Art: Sioux Warrior
This artwork is just off the Omaha Riverfront Trail and is close to Kiewit Luminarium by John David Brcin.




































