Benson Plant Rescue
Benson Plant Rescue is a 501(c)3 nonprofit specializing in the reclaiming/recycling all types of organic waste. We sell plants in our store and proceeds benefit the Omaha Public Library. Wendy Townley, executive director of the Omaha Public Library Foundation, said she couldn’t think of a larger donation given by a local community group than the $10,000 donation we made in 2018. Proceeds also fund the Community Produce Rescue which reclaims produce from Whole Foods and distributes it to a network of other nonprofits, shelters, and refugee families
Hours of Operation (Winter hours)
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: CLOSED
Wednesday: CLOSED
Thursday: CLOSED
Friday: CLOSED
Saturday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
**Hours vary by season. Visit website for updated hours
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Upcoming Events
2725 N. 62nd St.
September 1-30
In this speciality sculpture class, we'll design and fabricate our very own gargolyles looking at Grotesque architecture, gargoyles of the national cathedral, and the history behind the limestone creatures. Students will also use a clay body designed for sculptural work. Just in time to put it out for October!
250 per student, max two seats per class. Classes run for 4 weeks total and continue on the same time slot and day selected at sign-up. Please indicate which class you are signing up for in your initial email. Use link below to register.
Create Masks/Heads from recycled materials and paper mache to bring your unique characters to life! Bring ideas to spread joy and creativity for the Handmade Parade!
BFF Art Club is a casual opportunity for local creatives of all ages to hang out in the same space while working independently and/or collaboratively!
We are located in BFF’s NEW Education Space and Communications Lab! The address is 5905 Maple Street. Art Club runs from 5PM-7PM most Thursdays (except on the eve of First Friday). You can drop in when you want and leave when you want! No pressure; just come create with us!
Bring in a project you’ve been working on or start something new! We have supplies to share! No cost or sign up required.
Join BFF and artist Kim Darling for an 8-week studio workshop series exploring hand-built clay sculpture, artist books, and painting. Through material exploration, contemporary art practices, and guided studio projects, participants will experiment with new techniques, develop ideas, and create original works in a collaborative studio setting. All materials are provided. Artists of all experience levels are welcome.
Free and open to adults 18+.
Handmade Parade Open Studios
Giant Joy Collective
2725 N. 62nd St. (behind the building)
Every Saturday | August 1 - September 26
11 AM-3 PM
Bring your imagination. Bring your friends. Bring your weird stuff.
Let's fill the streets and alleyways of Benson with giant joy.
Create Masks/Heads from recycled materials and paper mache to bring your unique characters to life! Bring ideas to spread joy and creativity for the Handmade Parade!
BFF Art Club is a casual opportunity for local creatives of all ages to hang out in the same space while working independently and/or collaboratively!
We are located in BFF’s NEW Education Space and Communications Lab! The address is 5905 Maple Street. Art Club runs from 5PM-7PM most Thursdays (except on the eve of First Friday). You can drop in when you want and leave when you want! No pressure; just come create with us!
Bring in a project you’ve been working on or start something new! We have supplies to share! No cost or sign up required.
News
Annie Butler is the director of the newly State designated Benson Creative District. Having served on the board for BFF Omaha (formerly Benson First Friday) since it’s inception in 2012, she has strong ties to both the arts and the Benson community at large.
First Friday has gone to the dogs! On September 6th, BFF Omaha and The Byrd Bath invite dogs and their owners to the Benson Creative District for “FURst Friday.”
For more than a decade, the Benson neighborhood in north central Omaha has been home to a community dedicated to creating a better neighborhood through arts engagement.