Omaha’s High School for Tinkerers and Tailors
About this episode
This episode explores the history and impact of Omaha Technical High School, highlighting its unique educational philosophy and notable graduates.
In this episode, we explore Omaha Technical High School, once the largest school in the world under one roof. We’ll dive into the school’s unique “tinkerer” philosophy, which provided a vital vocational pathway for working class students, and celebrate the trailblazing graduates like Tuskegee Airman Alfonza Davis and basketball legend Bob Boozer. Adam will also share reasons why it closed. Our thanks to our patrons: Sheryl English Tony Rathgeber Bridget Maryalice Matt Martin Michael Wagner Sarah Swanson Jeff Rockwell Barb Naughtin Lonnie (Hansen) Dunbier Tim Reeder Jenna Smith Dan Hedrick Richard Gude Daniel Ammons Sara Rogers Troy Lewellen Joanne Ferguson Cavanaugh Jim Collison and The Great Plains Black History Museum. The North Omaha History podcast is a volunteer effort, but you can help us meet expenses by becoming a patron for as little as $1 a month. Go to https://www.patreon.com/omaha
Topics covered
- Omaha history
- vocational education
- high school
- notable alumni
- school closure
Keywords
- Omaha Technical High School
- tinkerer philosophy
- vocational pathway
- Tuskegee Airman
- basketball legend
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