About Omaha Children’s Museum
For 50 years, Omaha Children’s Museum has created places and experiences where children can follow their curiosity, use their imaginations, and discover the excitement of learning through play. As a nonprofit children’s museum, OCM serves families, educators, and the community through hands-on exhibits, educational programs, outreach, and access initiatives.
Our Mission
The mission of Omaha Children’s Museum is to engage the imagination and create excitement about learning.
Why Play Matters
Play gives children a powerful way to understand the world. Through hands-on experiences, kids can test ideas, solve problems, build confidence, practice social skills, express themselves, and discover what captures their curiosity.
Our Impact
See how Omaha Children’s Museum puts its mission into action each year. Our annual reports provide financial information, share highlights and community impact, and recognize the people and partners who help make our work possible.
Our Story
Omaha Children’s Museum began in 1976 with a simple idea: create meaningful learning experiences for children through play. What started with programs delivered from a station wagon grew into a beloved community institution that has inspired generations of children and families. As OCM celebrates 50 years, that spirit of imagination, discovery, and joyful learning continues to guide what comes next.