January, February, March 2009

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satisfy your craving
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unique tree in a lush tropical environment. A seed
so precious it was used as money. A spicy drink
and a sweet snack. Chocolate is all this…and much more.
Explore the relationship between human culture and this
rainforest treasure in Chocolate: The Exhibition created by
Chicago’s Field Museum.
Chocolate will immerse you in a sweet experience,
engage all your senses, and reveal facets of chocolate
you have never thought about before. You will explore the
plant, the products, the history, and the culture of chocolate
through the lenses of botany and ecology, anthropology
and economics, conservation and popular culture.
The story makes its way all around the world, from
Mexico to Africa, where more than 90 percent
of the globe’s cacao beans are grown and,
Not a
member?
Stop by
eventually, to the United States where,
the museum from
as recently as 1991, 96.7 percent of the
January 31 through
February 15 and receive
world’s chocolate was produced. Today
a free box of Baker’s
chocolate is a grand passion in much of
Chocolates for all new
memberships
the world.
purchased!
And if all of that sets your mouth to
watering, you can indulge yourself in a delectable
delight at our Chocolate Shop, created exclusively for this
one-of-a-kind exhibition.
Don’t miss the history of scrumptiousness! On exhibit
at The Durham Museum January 31–April 26, 2009.
Scrumptious Chocolate Samples at The Durham!
Each weekend throughout Chocolate: The Exhibition
visitors can enjoy decadent samples from some of the
area’s finest restaurants, chocolatiers and candy stores!
Join us each Saturday and Sunday from 1 – 4pm (or until
the yummy samples run out!)
Hungry?
Check out our
calendar of events
for several chocolate
inspired specials in
our Soda Fountain!
January 31 & February 1
February 7-8
February 14-15
February 21-22
February 28 & March 1
March 7-8
March 14-15
March 21-22
March 28-29
April 4-5
April 11*
April 18-19
April 24-25
Sweets of Eden
Wheatfield’s
Baker’s Chocolates
Hollywood Candy
Godiva Chocolatier
Old Market Candy Shop
Girl Scouts
The Chocolate Season
Garden Café
TBD
Baker’s Chocolates
The Omaha Chocolate Co.
TBD
*Please note, we are closed April 12 for the Easter Holiday
Sponsored by Mutual of Omaha, Douglas County Commissioners, Peter Kiewit
Foundation, the On Track Guild, and Mary and John Wilson.
Chocolate and its national tour were developed by The Field Museum, Chicago.
This project was supported, in part, by the National Science Foundation.
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THE DUR HAM MUSEUM
DEVELOPMENT CORNER
FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Giving with Impact
Happy New Year!
H
appy New Year! Thanks to
the generosity of members,
volunteers and supporters like
you, The Durham Museum is
poised for another wonderful
season of engaging exhibits
and programs. There are so
many ways to make an impact at the museum,
and we invite you to make 2009 the year that
you share your passion for The Durham!
You may choose to give to the museum’s
Annual Fund, purchase a brick in honor of a
loved one through our Brick-by-Brick Campaign,
sign up to volunteer, or share the museum with
friends through a gift membership. Getting
involved is easy, and your contribution will be
generously appreciated.
For more information, or to make a contribution, please call me, Corey Wilson, Director of
Development at (402) 444-5071 ext. 577, or visit
us online at www.durhammuseum.org.
IN PARTNERSHIP
Our sincere thanks to the following supporters
of exhibitions, education programs and special
events at The Durham Museum throughout 2008:
3M
A. Cydog Charitable
Trust
Aflac Foundation
Baker’s
Bank of the West
Batchelder Family
Foundation
C.R. “Bob” Bell
Kathleen A. Best
Blue Cross and Blue
Shield of Nebraska
CBSHOME Real Estate
Claas Omaha, LLC
ConAgra Foods
Cox Communications
Dr. C.C. and Mabel L.
Criss Memorial
Foundation
Dean Foods
Deloitte
Dillon Foundation
Douglas County
Commissioners
The Durham Society
The Dixon Family
Foundation
Electric Fixture and
Supply
First Nebraska Educa tors Credit Union
Fraser Stryker
Ike and Roz Friedman
Foundation
Paul and Oscar Giger
Foundation
Carmen and John
Gottschalk Foundation
The Garden Café and
Bakery
Great Western Bank
The Hawks Foundation
HDR, Inc.
Tom and Mary Jetton
Charitable Fund
Robert and Carole Julian
Bill & Leona Kernen
Kinghorn Gardens
The Kun Family
Lexus of Omaha
Lincoln Financial Group
Dr. Jack and Kathy Lewis
Mangelsen’s
Terry McGill, Inc.
Metropolitan Commu nity College
MidAmerican Energy
Midlands Community
Foundation
Nebraska Humanities
Council
Northern Natural Gas
Omaha Police
Department
Omaha World-Herald
Omaha-Council Bluffs
Miniature Guild
On Track Guild
OPPD
The Paxton Ballroom
Parker Family
Foundation
Peter Kiewit Foundation
Peter Kiewit Sons’, Inc.
Pinnacle Bank
Qwest Foundation
J. Joe Ricketts
River City Confectioners
Association
Wayne Ryan and Streck
Incorporated
The Amy L. Scott
Family Foundation
The David Scott
Foundation
Suzanne and Walter
Scott Foundation
The Simon Family
Shamrock Develop ment, Inc.
Roy and Macaela Smith
Robert H. Storz
Foundation
Stroh Service of
Nebraska
University of Nebraska
Union Pacific
U.S. Bank
Valmont Industries
Waitt Outdoor
Aileen & Thomas
Warren
Weitz Family Foundation
Webster Design
Associates
Well’s Dairy
Wells Fargo Foundation
Benjamin Wiesman
Mary & John Wilson
2008 Supporters
A. Cydog Charitable
Trust
Douglas County
Commissioners
Mammel Foundation
Mutual of Omaha
Greater Omaha Packing
Company
On Track Guild
Peter Kiewit Foundation
Suzanne and Walter
Scott Foundation
Mary & John Wilson
TIMELINES is a quarterly newsletter
published for the members and friends of
The Durham Museum.
Editor: Shawna Forsberg
Design: Webster Design Associates
A
s hard as it is to believe, we’ve turned the page on
another year. This annual ritual always brings a sense
of great pride to all of us at The Durham and this year is
no different. We know that 2008 was filled with many
outstanding accomplishments and that the year ahead
offers endless opportunities for growth. The Durham is
well-poised for the future thanks to the tireless efforts of
Leo Smith who retired in December. The impression he has
left on this institution is deep.
Under his leadership, The Durham has been
transformed into a nationally recognized museum and
learning center, Union Station shines brighter than ever and
students from across the country can “dial up” The Durham
to access educational programs right from their classroom.
I am honored to take over the reigns at such an exciting
time and look forward to building on the foundation that
Leo has helped to establish.
This edition of TIMELINES is filled with information
regarding exhibit and program offerings for the first part
of the year. So much to see and do! We hope that you will
EVENTS
Get Cooking at The Durham!
To help celebrate all things chocolate, we have
an exciting line-up of cooking demonstrations
with some of the area’s most talented chefs and
chocolatiers! This fun and educational format
will give you the tools you need to prepare these
exquisite dishes at home.
Colleen Cleek
Owner of the Classy Gourmet
Friday, February 13: 1:00pm
Featuring: Flourless Chocolate Cake Torte with
Raspberry Reduction Sauce and Chocolate Purses
resolve to visit your museum often.
We continue to enhance The
Durham by making additional
capital improvements that include
a renovation to the existing Mutual
of Omaha Theater. Theater seating
and updated technology will
create a flexible, multi-purpose
space. Restoration of the murals in
the Swanson Gallery will also begin in 2009 and will further
preserve the grandeur of this magnificent ballroom.
We thank you, our members and supporters for your
extraordinary generosity and we invite you to share in the
exciting surroundings of this historic institution!
With sincere appreciation,
Christi Janssen
Executive Director
Chocolate Lover’s
SWEETstakes!
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nter our Chocolate Lover’s
SWEETstakes! Grand prize is a
romantic getaway including one
night stay at the Magnolia Hotel
in downtown Omaha, a $100 V. Mertz
Gift Certificate, a bottle of wine and a box
of chocolates. Second prize is a $100 gift
certificate to The Flatiron Café. Enter to win
at durhammuseum.org or during your next
visit to the museum. Contest runs January 10–
April 26, 2009.
Patrick McDermott
Délice European Bakery
Tuesday, February 24
Reception: 5:00pm, Presentation: 6:30pm
Featuring: Fabulous But Not Too Fancy
Chocolate Delights
O
Tina Tweedy
Chocolatier and Owner of Sweets of Eden
Friday, March 13: 1:00pm
Featuring: Chocolate Truffles, Chocolate Garnishes
and Decorative Chocolate Easter Eggs
Volunteers Needed!
Jeff Snow & Chelsie Schroeder
Catering Creations
Tuesday, March 24
Reception: 5:00pm, Presentation: 6:30pm
Featuring: Chocolate Mousse and Chocolate Pot
de Crème
Looking For a Fun
Valentine’s Day Getaway?
maha’s Magnolia Hotel is offering a
Chocolate Fantasy package for you and
your sweetheart. Visit durhammuseum.org
for details.
W
ith all the exciting things going on at The
Durham, there are numerous opportunities to
get involved. As a volunteer, you will spend time in
an invigorating atmosphere you are sure to enjoy.
For more information on volunteering at The
Durham Museum, call Natasha Warner, Volunteer
Services Manager, at (402) 444-5071.
Due to limited seating, reservations are required. Please
call Andrea Boschult at (402) 444-5071 or e-mail
[email protected]. Cost of museum
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admission applies and members are free for the
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programs. The cost to participate in the February 24 and
1804 Silver Dollar
“The King of American Coins”
1834-35
On Display in The Durham Museum’s
Byron Reed Collection
Estimated Value: $2,000,000
March 24 receptions are $5 per person/per event.
Member Preview Event!
Saturday, January 31: 8-10am
Members, join us opening day for a first look at
Chocolate: The Exhibition! And while you are here
enjoy chocolate donuts and special activities for
the kids.
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Carnival de Chocolate
Friday, February 20
Mark your calendars for a special celebration
at Carnival de Chocolate on Friday, February
20, 2009! Support The Durham Museum and
indulge in mounds of chocolate without the
guilt. Enjoy delicious food, fountains of drinks,
pirate entertainment, dancing, music, and of
course, CHOCOLATE! For ticket information or
to volunteer please call On Track Guild President,
Zori Abbott at (402) 321-2821.
Sponsored by The Durham Museum On Track Guild.
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W
ith only fifteen samples known
to exist, the rarest and most
sought after American coin is the
1804 silver dollar. Interestingly, this
coin doesn’t actually date to 1804
but to 1834. The U.S. Mint had stopped
production of silver dollars in 1803, and none were
made for general distribution until 1840. But in 1834,
President Andrew Jackson ordered that a complete
set of American coins be given to the King of Siam
and other foreign dignitaries in recognition of their
trade agreements. The U.S. Mint selected the year
1804 as the stamp date for the coins and the 1804
silver dollar was born!
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EXHIBITS
Moneyville
May 23–September 7, 2009
W
here can you play the stock market, run your own lemonade stand,
put your face on a million dollar bill, and see samples of currency
from pounds to pesos? In Moneyville, that’s where!
Moneyville, which is designed for visitors of all ages, uses the
fascinating subject of money to build math skills and promote economic
literacy in a fun and immersive urban landscape. Colorful backdrops
include cartoon-like structures of a bank, a mint, storefronts, an anticounterfeiting lab, and even a lemonade stand. The 6,000-square-foot
exhibit has hands-on, interactive games that teach kids and adults about
money and economics, while showing them that learning about
these important subjects can actually be fun!
Moneyville was made possible by the generous support of
the National Science Foundation, the James F. and Marion L.
Miller Foundation and The NASDAQ Stock Market Educational
Foundation, Inc. The exhibit was produced and is toured by the
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry.
Omaha Sweet Success
January 10–April 5, 2009
C
omplementing Chocolate: The Exhibition, this year’s Business Hall of Fame
exhibit features the Dreibus Candy Company, a prominent local business that
thrived in early Omaha as a manufacturer and distributor of fine candies from
1884 until the late 1930s. This company was founded by German immigrant,
Anton Dreibus. His company reached a recognizable commercial status in
Omaha, where Dreibus was a respected businessman and member of the
Omaha Chamber of Commerce. Featuring numerous artifacts, this exhibit
explores the founding of the company, the Dreibus family, the type of candy
the company made, promotion and sales of the candy, and how the Dreibus
Candy Company fared among competitors.
A “Golden Spike Days”
Photo Retrospective
March 7–July 19, 2009
T
he year 2009 marks a dual anniversary for Union Pacific. May 10 is the
140th anniversary of the driving of the actual ‘Golden Spike’ at Promontory
Summit, Utah that joined the Central Pacific and Union Pacific rail lines to
Early-Bird Camp Registration:
January 17–18 and February 7–8
It’s cold outside, so now is the time
to think about summer camp! Sign
up at The Durham the weekends of
January 17 and 18 or February 7 and 8 and receive an
additional $5 off each camp! The summer of 2009 will
feature the traveling exhibition Moneyville, from the
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, and a week
long camp exploring how money and our economy
works. We are also bringing back several favorites such
as Wizard School, Soldier in the Civil War, and Boot
Camp to name just a few. So sign up early and reserve
your child’s spot for summer fun at The Durham!
BECOMING AMERICAN:
Teenagers and Immigration
March 21–May 31, 2009
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MEETING OF THE RAILS:
Summer Camps!
create the First Transcontinental Railroad in 1869. In addition, April 28 is the
70th anniversary of the “Golden Spike Days” which was a 4-day celebration
that included the world premier of Cecil B. DeMille’s film Union Pacific in
Omaha on the same date in 1939. To celebrate these events, The Durham
Museum will partner with the Union Pacific Railroad Museum to create a photo
retrospective encompassing both anniversaries in the Education Gallery.
ili Shek, a teenage immigrant from China, and 50 other teens, are the
subject of photographer Barbara Beirne’s recent survey of new immigrants’
experiences. Some stories sparkle with optimism, others reflect the hardships
of being culturally and physically different. Many of the teens offer poignant
observations about their new country. The more than 50 black-and-white
photographs in this exhibit, accompanied by the teen’s thought provoking
comments, are offered to partially answer the question of adaptation to life
in this, their newly chosen nation. On loan from the Smithsonian Institution
Traveling Exhibition Services. Sponsored by Greater Omaha Packing Company.
The wizard has cast a spell over the land and it has
become winter forever. The Prince must rescue the
Princess he loves by melting the evil wizard. There will
also be a craft activity and hot chocolate for everyone!
Happy 130th Einstein!
Saturday, March 14: 11am and 1pm
$10 for members, $15 for non-members
It’s Einstein’s birthday and what better way to celebrate
than learning a little science and having a lot of fun. Kids
will participate in experiments in our Edible Science
class and learn some cool things they can do on their
own with science.
Workshop fees include supplies. Space is limited, so call
(402) 444-5027 to make reservations today!
SATURDAY WORKSHOPS
SCOUT PROGRAMS
Saturday, February 7: 11am and 1pm
$10 for members, $15 for non-members
Limited to 15 participants per workshop
Kids Can Cook is fun-filled workshop for children age
five to nine featuring the traveling exhibition Chocolate
from The Field Museum. During this workshop, kids will
not only learn how to make chocolate treats but will
explore good nutritional habits too.
Brownies: January 23 and March 13
Juniors: February 6 and March 27
$20 for scouts, $10 for chaperones
Girl Scout troops are invited to spend an exciting night at
the museum and earn an “Art to Wear” badge. Museum
staff will lead one fun-filled activity after another.
Kids Can Cook!
“ The Queen with a Cold, Cold
Heart” by Naomi Baltuck
Special Reading by Dave Johnson
Saturday, March 7th: 11am and 1pm
$10 for members, $15 for non-members
Celebrate Read Across America Week with this special
book reading and workshop. This is a story about
a Queen, her three daughters, an evil wizard and a
handsome prince that will warm up a cold winter day.
Girl Scout Camp-Ins
Boy Scout Camp-In
Tigers-Webelos: March 20
$25 for scouts, $10 for chaperones
Join other packs age five to nine from around the area
as you spend the night at the museum. Scouts will do a
variety of mini sessions that will focus on different requirements covering everyone from Tigers up to Webelos.
Camp-in reservations are taken on a first-come, first
served basis and spots are limited. Call (402) 444-5027
to register.
Staff Update
S
cott Wallace has been named
Deputy Director and Director of
Finance. In this new role, Wallace
will be responsible for overseeing
the finance and accounting
functions and the day-to-day
management of the museum. For
the past sixteen years, Wallace
has served as the Vice President
and Controller for Durham
Resources, a privately held financial
management company.
Wallace is a graduate of
Creighton University with a BSBA
in accounting and a member of
the American Institute of Certified
Public Accountants and the
Nebraska Society of CPAs.
Ron Lund has joined The
Durham Museum as Director
of Facility Operations. He is
responsible for building operations,
mechanical systems and security
at the museum. Prior to joining
the museum, Lund was with the
Durham Building Company for
the past twenty years, where he
most recently served as the Chief
Building Engineer. Lund attended
Metropolitan Community College
and holds several certifications.
Also joining the museum
staff is Sarah Swain, Manager of
Collections.
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
COMING SOON TO THE DURHAM MUSEUM:
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Omaha Sweet Success opens January 10
Chocolate: The Exhibition opens January 31
New Membership Special: Receive a free box of chocolates with
every new membership January 31-February 15
Check this calendar for Soda Fountain specials and weekend
chocolate sampling events
Early-Bird Summer Camp Registration January 17-18 and
February 7-8
Becoming American opens March 21
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WED
THU
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FEBRUARY MEAL DEAL SPECIAL: A HOT DOG, CHIPS, FOUNTAIN DRINK AND A SCOOP OF ICE CREAM FOR $6.50.
VALENTINE’S DAY WEEKEND SPECIAL: STRAWBERRY SODA FOR TWO FOR $4.50. FEBRUARY SODA FOUNTAIN SPECIAL:
HEAVENLY CHOCOLATE SODA FOR $4.50. FEBRUARY WEEKEND SPECIAL: SOUP, SANDWICH AND DRINK FOR $6.50
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Sweets of Eden
Samples 1-4pm
2
8
Early-Bird Summer
Camp Registration
Wheatfield’s
Samples 1-4pm
9
15
Baker’s Chocolate
Samples 1-4pm
Members Receive 20%
off in the Gift Shop
3
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
4
10
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
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16
President’s Day
17
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
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24
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
2
3
TUE
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
10
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
11
History Day
12
17
18
19
20
21
“Becoming
American” Opens
The Chocolate Season
Samples 1-4pm
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25
26
27
Girl Scout Junior
Camp In
28
The Garden Cafe
Samples 1-4pm
22
Hollywood Candy
Samples 1-4pm
JANUARY
SUN
FEBRUARY
5
6
7
Girl Scouts Junior Kids Can Cook Workshop
Early-Bird
Summer
Camp-In
Camp Registration
Wheatfield’s Samples
1-4pm
14
12
Home School Day
13
The Classy Gourmet
Cooking Demo
1:00pm
18
19
20
Carnival de
Chocolate
21
Hollywood Candy
Samples 1-4pm
25
26
Statehood Day
27
28
Godiva Chocolatier
Samples 1-4pm
Baker’s Chocolate
Samples 1-4pm
Members Receive 20%
off in the Gift Shop
MARCH
MON
TUE
WED
JANUARY MEAL DEAL SPECIAL: A HOT DOG, CHIPS, FOUNTAIN
DRINK AND A SCOOP OF ICE CREAM FOR $6.50. JANUARY 2-11
SODA FOUNTAIN SPECIAL: COOKIE SUNDAES FOR $4.00
THU
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New Year’s Day
MUSEUM CLOSED
FRI
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Girl Scout Cookie
Train Opens
SAT
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1
SUN
Godiva Chocolatier
Samples 1-4pm
MON
4
“Eyewitness” Closes
5
6
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
7
8
9
10
“Omaha Sweet
Success” Opens
Museum Shop
Winter Sale
8
10% off Books
in Gift Shop
Old Market Candy
Shop Samples 1-4pm
9
11
Girl Scout Cookie
Train Closes
Museum Shop
Winter Sale
12
13
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
14
15
16
17
Early-Bird Summer
Camp Registration
15
Girl Scout Cookie
Samples 1-4pm
16
18
Early-Bird Summer
Camp Registration
19
Martin Luther
King Jr. Day
20
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
21
22
23
Brownie Camp-In
24
22
The Chocolate
Season Samples
1-4pm
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25
26
27
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
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29
30
31
“Chocolate: The
Chocolate Patron
Exhibition” Opens
Party Member Preview 8-10am
29
The Garden Cafe
Samples 1-4pm
30
Sweets of Eden
Samples 1-4pm
St. Patrick’s Day
Green River
Phosphates $1.50
Soda Fountain Meal
Deal 5-7:30pm
Catering Creations
Cooking Demonstration
Reception: 5pm
Demonstration: 6:30pm
Soda Fountain Meal
Deal 5-7:30pm
31
Soda Fountain
Meal Deal
5-7:30pm
WED
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THU
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FRI
6
SAT
7
The Queen with a Cold,
Cold Heart Workshop
10% off Books
in Gift Shop
Old Market Candy
Shop Samples 1-4pm
14
13
Sweets of Eden Happy 130th Einstein
Workshop
Cooking
Demonstration
Girl Scout Cookie
1pm
Samples 1-4pm
MARCH MEAL DEAL SPECIAL: A HOT DOG, CHIPS, FOUNTAIN DRINK
AND A SCOOP OF ICE CREAM FOR $6.50. MARCH WEEKEND
SPECIAL: SOUP, SANDWICH AND DRINK FOR $6.50.
JAN 31 - APR 26
satisfy your craving
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