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This is a history of the Florence neighborhood in North Omaha, Nebraska. It was used in a online talk on May 19, 2020 by Adam Fletcher Sasse for NorthOmahaHistory.com.
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- The Town of Florence was founded in 1854, incorporated in 1856 and annexed into Omaha in 1917. Its roots were earlier though, and its identity continues today. This is a history of the neighborhood from 1854 to present. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood”
- Winter Quarters was the second location of Mormons in Indian Territory during the Great Migration in 1846-47. Elsewhere Online Cutler’s Park Winter Quarters
- Original 1846 Winter Quarters map. I’m looking for a higher resolution copy and any original images of Cutler’s Park. Elsewhere Online… Cutler’s Park from the Early Latter Day Saints Database Cutler’s Park from Historic Florence website
- In its first decade, Florence had more than two dozen businesses, including the Florence Hotel, shown here after 1875. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood”
- The Ferry Reserve was a slice of land north of Mormon Bridge between J.J. Pershing Dr. and the river where the Florence Ferry launched from. The ferry itself was a single wagon and single-car unit from the time it launched through the end of its usage in 1952. In 1849, the costs of riding the ferry were: Carriage Cost, 50¢ For all four-wheeled carriages or conveyances, 50¢ For all two-wheeled carriages or conveyances, 35¢ Every yoke of oxen, 12¢ All loose cattle, 1¢ each Sheep, 2¢ each Hogs, 3¢ each All horses, mules, or jacks, 10¢ each Man and horse, 25¢ Footman, 10¢ You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Bridge and Ferry”
- James C. Mitchell (1810-1860) was the founder of the Winter Quarters Town Company and the Town of Florence. Pictured here are Mitchell, his wife Eliza (1821-1881) and her granddaughter Florence Mitchell (1851-1867). You Might Like… “A Timeline of the Life of James C. Mitchell” “A Biography of Florence Kilborn”
- James Monroe Parker (1824-1902) is one of the most important people in the history of Florence. His business and his farm are two of the most visible historical landmarks in Omaha today, even though only one is acknowledged for its importance. You Might Like… “Episode #60: The Life of James M. Parker”
- James M. Parker’s farm eventually became Florence Field, the Minne Lusa Historic District, the Prettiest Mile in Omaha, and the Miller Park. You Might Like… “Episode #60: The Life of James M. Parker”
- Florence Mill, aka Weber Mill, Mormon Mill and Grist Mill, has timbers in it dating from 1846. Built along Mill Creek where McKinley Street was, it was moved to its present-day location. Over the years was used to mill grist, flour and grain. The grain elevator was added in 1915, and it was moved to its current location in 1939. It stored feed until 1989, when Linda Meigs bought it. The mill is a historic attraction for the community, hosting events and tours year around and serving an important role in the community. Elsewhere Online Florence Mill on Wikipedia “Grist Mill” Timeline on Historic Florence
- Florence Main Street (N. 30th St.) in approximately 1900. Which buildings do you recognize standing today? You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood”
- There have been dozens of churches serving Florence since its founding. Here are some of them. What’s missing? Historic Churches in Florence Briggs United Brethren Church, North 58th and McKinley Florence Christian Church, 8929 North 29th Street (1896-present) Florence Church of Christ Florence Methodist Church, 8424 North 31st Street (1857) Florence First Presbyterian Church, 8314 North 31st Street (1857-present) St. John’s German Lutheran Church, 11120 Calhoun Road (1900-present) Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, 7301 North 28th Street (1923-present) St. Marks Episcopal Church, 8019 North 31st Street (1881-1964) St. James Episcopal Church, location unknown (1857) St. Phillip Neri Catholic Church, 8202 North 31st Street (1905-present) Winter Quarters Mormon Temple, location unknown (1846-1848) You Might Like… “A History of Churches in Florence”
- The Florence Building is located at 8702 N. 30th St. Built in 1924, it was designed by popular Omaha architect Leo A. Daly. It was served by the Florence streetcar line for more than 50 years, until it was abandoned from Potter to Fillmore Street in 1941. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood”
- There are two lost lakes associated with Florence. The first was Pries Lake, located near Oakridge Drive. It existed until 1918. The second was Florence Lake on Hartman Avenue in East Omaha, which existed until 1920. You Might Like… “A History of Pries Lake” “A History of Florence Lake”
- The Florence Water Works were established in 1880. The Minne Lusa Pumping Station opened in 1889. In 1912, the entire operation was taken over by the government and became part of the public utility called the Metropolitan Utility District, or MUD. The site also featured a mansion for the superintendent and workers homes. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Water Works and Minne Lusa Pumping Station”
- Located at N. 31st and Tucker Streets, this is the third Florence School, built in 1890 and closed in 1963. You Might Like… “A History of Schools in North Omaha” “A History of the Florence Neighborhood”
- These are two notable Florence houses, one existent and the other gone. What other homes would you add to this list? You Might Like… “A History of the Lantry-Thompson Mansion” “A History of the James C. Mitchell House”
- Original span opened in 1952; second span was finished in 1975. The tollbooth building sits on Willis today. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Bridge and Ferry”
- The former second Florence Masonic Temple is located at 8223 North 30th Street. They started meeting in 1913 and today they meet in Benson. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood” Elsewhere Online Florence Masons official website
- Notre Dame Academy opened in 1926 at 3501 State Street. It was a girls’ high school until 1974, when it merged with Rummel High School and became Roncalli High School. You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood” “A History of Schools in North Omaha” - See the section called Catholic Schools in North Omaha History Elsewhere Online “History” on the official Notre Dame Sisters website “Notre Dame Academy and School” on Wikpedia
- Here are some of the historical sites located throughout Florence. Florence Historical Tour Florence Mill, 9102 N 30th St Florence Depot, 9000 N 30th St Zesto’s, 8608 N 30th St Bank of Florence, 8502 N 30th ST Mormon Bridge, crossing the Missouri River on I-680 Mormon Bridge Tollhouse, 3010 Willit St Florence Masonic Temple, 8223 N 30th St Florence Building, 8702 N 30th St Price Building, 8607 N 30th St St. Philip Neri Church, 8200 N 30th St St. Philip Neri School, (original site) 8206 N 31st St Florence Home, 7915 N 30th St Florence School, 7902 N 36th St Florence Firehouse, 8415 N 29th St Keirle House, 3017 Mormon St Mormon Trail / Winter Quarters Visitors Center, 8283 N 34th Street Notre Dame Academy and Convent, 3501 State St Potter’s Field, 5000 Young St Forest Lawn Cemetery, 7909 Mormon Bridge Rd Florence Water Works, J. J. Pershing Dr Florence Home for the Elderly, 7915 N 30 St J. S. Paul Building, 8601 N 30 St Mormon Pioneer Cemetery and Statue, 3301 State St Price Building, 8607 1/2 N 30 St Price House, 3119 Clay St Florence Town Square, aka Florence Park, 3105 State St River Drive, from Florence Blvd to Ponca Rd Wright House, 7623 N 31st St North Market Square, aka Filmore Park, N 29th and Bondesson St South Market Square, aka houses, N 29th and King St Mormon Reserve, underneath the Mormon Bridge between J.J. Pershing Dr and the river Ferry Reserve, north of Mormon Bridge between J.J. Pershing Dr and the river J. J. Pershing Memorial Monument, near 8200 J.J. Pershing Dr Pries Lake, near Oak Ridge Dr and J.J. Pershing Dr Joyo Theatre, N. 30th and Tucker St Florence History Garden, 8515 N 30th St JJ Pershing Memorial, 8200 J.J. Pershing Dr Site of Cutler’s Park, Young St and Mormon Bridge Rd Oldest House in Omaha (b1859), 8621 N 31st St You Might Like… “A History of the Florence Neighborhood”
- This slideshow was a history of the neighborhood from 1854 to present. Following are articles related to Florence on NorthOmahaHistory.com. You Might Like... Episode #37: A History of Florence from the North Omaha History Podcast “A History of the Florence Neighborhood” on NorthOmahaHistory.com A History of Churches in Florence, Nebraska A History of the James C. Mitchell House A History of the Mormon Tree A History of the Lantry-Thompson Mansion A History of East Omaha’s Florence Lake A History of the Florence Boulevard in North Omaha A History of North Omaha’s Brandeis Country Home A History of the Fur Trading Industry in North Omaha A History of Vennelyst Park A history of the Minne Lusa Theatre in North Omaha A History of North Omaha’s Parker Mansion A History of Hummel Park A History of Wyman Heights by Patrick Wyman A History of the Mormon Bridge