A vibrant arts destination in Omaha, Nebraska showcasing the beauty of the past while serving as an incubator for creativity in the present
Welcome to the Castle & Cathedral District!
Our mission is to use and celebrate the power of the arts to build community, inspire cultural creation, and strengthen the ability of cultural and artistic organizations in the district to achieve (and drive) social and economic success.
Here’s how we do it:
Hosting artists and all forms of artistic and cultural creation
Promoting community engagement and creative expression
Using the cultural, artistic, and social history of the district as an incubator of creativity
Asking how the arts can best serve the public interest
The Castle & Cathedral District is an arts destination that showcases the beauty of its past and serves as an incubator for creativity in the present.
Walking Tours
As a living environment, the Castle & Cathedral District is also an interactive walking space that inspires on-foot exploration.
Architectural history
From St. Cecilia’s Cathedral to the neighborhood’s historic homes to the Joslyn Castle & Gardens, the district is an artistic treasure.
Unique celebrations
Family friendly festivals, concerts, art shows, Pow Wows, theatrical performances, civic talks and nature programming.
NOW ON DISPLAY
Unfiltered & Unapologetic
PAUL HIGH HORSE, ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
Over the course of his Artist Residency, Paul High Horse, focused on mental health and wellness, planning monthly community outreach activities while creating a new body of work. Paul’s artistic philosophy incorporates a modern approach to communicate a rich historical context of the Lakota people. His art captures the symbols, traditions, and values inherent to the Lakota tribe.
PREVIOUSLY
Watie White’s culminating project was 100 portraits the dynamic characters he personally connected with throughout the duration of his Castle & Cathedral District artist residency.
DISTRICT PARTNERS
Cathedral Arts Project
The Cathedral Arts Project of Omaha brings a diverse array of concerts, art exhibits, and lectures, as well as our signature Flower Festival to the Midlands region each year.
Cali Commons
A platform that fosters creativity and connectivity, offering a collaborative environment for community engagement.
Joslyn Castle & Gardens
The Scottish Baronial mansion in the heart of Midtown Omaha has been enchanting visitors since the doors first opened in 1903.
Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association
The mission of the Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association is to strengthen the fabric of our community, to preserve and promote the historic character of our unique
neighborhood, and to nurture and participate in its economic vitality.