Sängerchor

Sängerchor

A  German Four Part Choir The Sängerchor, a mixed chorus, evolved from a combination of two early singing organizations - the Omaha Musik Verein, an all male group, and the Concordia Ladies Singing Society.  The songs are mainly German and sung...

Heimatfreunde

Heimatfreunde

  A Ladies' Club Heimatfreunde meets on the fourth Thursday of each month at 7:30pm though during the months of November, December, January and February they meet at 1:30pm, except in the summer when they take a break.  The women volunteer their...

Heimat Tänzer

Heimat Tänzer

Sitt und Tracht der Alten, wollen wir erhalten. The Heimat Tänzer's purpose is to preserve German Folk Dance and Tracht (traditional dress).  Practice is every Tuesday evening starting at 7:00pm.  There is an adult group as well as a childre...

Freundschaft Tanz Club

Freundschaft Tanz Club

  May I have this dance? The club now meets every other month for an evening of dancing and socializing.  Meetings are normally held the last Tuesday of each month except for the months of May, when the meeting is held the Tuesday before Memoria...

Die Singenden Wanderer

Die Singenden Wanderer

The Men's Chorus Since 1991, this group of six men has grown to more than thirty, and proves the quest for Deutsche Volkslieder is infectious! "Wir wandern ohne Sorgen ..." and carry the spirited singing tradition to the community. Join them eve...

Die Rosen

Die Rosen

   A Women's Fellowship This women's organization focuses on fellowship and merriment at their meetings, which are held the second Monday evening of each month.  In addition to socializing, the group includes other entertainments. Die Rosen helps...

Bärenbrut

Bärenbrut

The Bärs A Men's Social Club which meets on the 4th Thursday of the month Founded in 1893, the Bärenbrut is one of the oldest of the sub-organizations.  While some mystique may surround some of its customs and traditions, there is no myster...

Skat Klub

Skat Klub

I bid Grande! Germans brought this card game with them to America and it still remains popular in German-American communities such as Omaha.  Our Skat Klub plays on the first Friday of the Month.  Beginner nights are held the third Friday of e...

Schützenverein

Schützenverein

Air Rifle Shooting Association The S.V. Omaha has an old German heritage.  Using German-crafted air pellet rifles, the S.V. Omaha holds shooting practices on the second Sunday afternoon of the month, from fall through spring.  Competitions are he...

Hall Rental

Rent our Main Hall and/ or

South Hall for your next party.

To assure a great party, take advantage of our beautiful facility, fantastic food, and professional service.

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Next Public Event

Military 
Appreciation Day

Sunday, May 27th, 2012

11:30am to 7:00pm
Free Admission to Veterans & Active Military

All admission proceeds to go to benefit
verteran & military family charities.

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Upcoming Events

Sunday, May 27
11 30 am - 7 00 pm

Saturday, June 2
5 00 pm - 11 00 pm

Thursday, June 14
7 00 pm - 9 00 pm

Thursday, July 12
7 00 pm - 9 00 pm

Thursday, August 9
7 00 pm - 9 00 pm

History

The German-American Society has a long, rich history. Officially founded in 1884 by a few individuals, membership grew to over 300 by 1901.  These dedicated early members understood the importance of building a clubhouse for the future growth and stability of the Society.  
 
 Now
The new building was completed in June 1908 and on the cornerstone of the building was inscribed  
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