Kiewit Luminarium

Kiewit Luminarium A new place to play and learn. Explore astonishing phenomena that shape our world.

06/16/2026

We had an amazing time last weekend with our human and robot friends!

We want to extend a huge thank you to all the robotics groups from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and the University of Nebraska-Omaha for sharing their knowledge and fun with everyone.

From battle bots to robot building, it was a great STEM day at the Luminarium. Let us know in the comments if you would like to have the robots, and humans, back soon.

ID: Montage videos of people engaging with robots of different kinds fighting and collecting balls.

06/15/2026

⚾ Baseball season is always a fun time at the Luminarium. This year, during the series, just show us your game tickets and get 50% off the price of admission to the museum!

We have some awesome new baseball exhibits and a fun interactive way to show your support for your favorite team.

Located on the Omaha RiverFront, just a short walk from the ballpark, the Lumimarium is a great place to visit during your time in Omaha!

06/13/2026

⚾️ Baseball fans, show us your game ticket and receive 50% off the price of Luminarium admission during the series! ⚾️

We've got some brand new baseball exhibits in the museum and a really fun way to vote for your favorite team in Omaha.

The Luminarium is open every day from and 10AM to 5PM, with special extended hours on Wednesdays until 7PM.

Learn more and get your tickets at: kiewitluminarium.org

ID: A Luminator standing in front of a baseball mural painted on the front windows of the building, and then walking through the museum demonstrating new exhibits including a pitching experience.

🧪🎨 Science meets art in a colorful BioDiscovery Lab workshop happening Saturday (11AM)! Meet Streptomyces, a fascinating...
06/12/2026

🧪🎨 Science meets art in a colorful BioDiscovery Lab workshop happening Saturday (11AM)!

Meet Streptomyces, a fascinating soil bacterium that creates a color-changing pigment. Your challenge? Figure out how to extract the pigment from the bacteria's jelly-like home using water and scientific tools. Then experiment with it in test tubes to watch the colors transform before your eyes!

Part of our BioDiscovery Lab partnership with Metropolitan Community College (Nebraska), the workshop is free with the cost of daily admission or a membership.

Perfect for curious minds of all ages! Early registration is encouraged at: kiewitluminarium.org/events/biodiscovery-lab-bacterial-ink-2/

06/11/2026

The eyes of the college baseball world are once again upon Omaha. Our staff at the Luminarium decided to break down the matchups in the only way we know how, with science and history!

We asked what would happen if the mascots for each team had a fight?

During the series, please come visit the Luminarium for special baseball exhibits and a chance to show support for your favorite team.

When you arrive, show us your game tickets and get 50% off the price of admission during the series.

ID: Different Luminarium team members, standing together in conversation in different parts of the museum.

We had such an amazing time hosting the Official Large-Scale Meet & Greet by this past weekend! 🤳 Thank you to all the ...
06/09/2026

We had such an amazing time hosting the Official Large-Scale Meet & Greet by this past weekend! 🤳 Thank you to all the guests who showed up and the talented content creators who helped make this event a success.






Until next time! 👋

06/08/2026

Don't mess with our Luminator Jutsu 😤 but come mess with our exciting programming this week!

🧩 ♻️ The Plastics Puzzle | Wednesday, June 10 from 5-7PM. Join as we get hands-on with plastics and discover what those tiny recycling numbers really mean. In this interactive lab, you’ll test, sort, and experiment with different plastic types to see how they float, bend, and react to heat.

🤖 Robotics Expo with UNO and UNL Robotics | Saturday, June 13 from 10AM-2PM. Join the robotics clubs from both UNL and UNO to learn about the engineering behind competitive robotics. From Lunabotics to Battlebots, PROTO to VEXU – this all-ages event will introduce Luminarium guests to a wide range of robotics technologies and design strategies.

🧑‍🎨 🧬 BioDiscovery Lab: Bio-Ink | Saturday, June 13 from 11AM-12PM. Use water and a set of tools to figure out how to pull the color out of the bacteria’s jelly-like home. You’ll mix and experiment in test tubes to see the color shift and change right before your eyes.

Learn more about our events here: https://bit.ly/3QVfXL1 🔗

06/06/2026

Huge thank you to the UNO Sports Medicine and Biomechanics Lab for joining us today for a deep dive into the biomechanics of baseball! Guests had a chance to test their grip strength, pitching speed, reaction time, and more!

ID: Edited video of people engaging with different activities facilitated by UNO Biomechanics team at the Luminarium, including pitching a baseball and testing their grip strength.

06/05/2026

Looking for science experiments to do at home? We're starting a fun little series this summer where we'll be showing you neat experiments you can try with materials you most-likely already have! First one up: Rising Waters... play with air pressure! 🧑‍🔬

06/04/2026

Did you get your Night Light (21+) tickets yet?? On June 27 we're celebrating music, community, and the science of improvisation! During the night's community panel conversation we're asking the question: How can cities support authentic, people-centered growth, creating neighborhoods that are “improvised” rather than “contrived.”

We met participating panelist and landscape architect Kene Okigbo at one of his favorite places in Omaha: The Beltline Trailhead. As one of the key designers of the project, Kene shared some deep insights on how this project can be an example of development that keeps community at the heart of every decision.

Join us as we sink deep into this important conversation. Paul B. Allen IV () of 1st Sky Omaha will be our moderator, with panelists:

🌻 JoAnna LeFlore-Ejike | Malcolm X Memorial Foundation
🌻 Dr. DérNecia Phillips () | Identity Preparatory Academy
🌻 Celeste Butler ()| Multi-disciplinary artist, quiltologist, and storyteller
🌻 Kene Okigbo () | RDG Planning & Design

Grab your tickets at the link in our bio! Remember, every ticket includes a free specialty drink from who will also be open late for dinner and dessert!

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345 Riverfront Drive
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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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