TRANS MISSISSIPPI EXPOSITION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION

OMAHA, NE

The Trans-Mississippi Exposition Historical Association (TMEHA) is a non-profit organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1961, the association is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of the 1898 Trans-Mississippi and International Exposition, which was held in Omaha.

The exposition was a world's fair that showcased the development and progress of the Western United States at the turn of the 20th century. It attracted over 2.6 million visitors and featured exhibits from 24 states and 6 foreign countries. Many of the buildings and attractions from the exposition were later repurposed and still stand today, including the Omaha Public Library and the Joslyn Art Museum.

The TMEHA hosts regular events and educational programs to promote awareness and appreciation for the significance of the exposition. They also have a research library and archives that contain a wealth of information and artifacts related to the event.

The association is volunteer-led and relies on donations and membership fees to support its operations. Their mission is to preserve the history of the exposition and ensure that its legacy continues to be celebrated and remembered by future generations.

TRANS MISSISSIPPI EXPOSITION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in OMAHA NE. US MID #8403100253

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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• website: www.omahaexpo1898.org

TRANS MISSISSIPPI EXPOSITION HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION
PO BOX 145
OMAHA
NE
68101-6810

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