JAN 3

First Friday

Friday, January 3th — 6-9pm

The Gallery will be open late for the Old Market First Friday. Enjoy complimentary refreshments and see the breathtaking photography of Joel Sartore’s Photo Ark.

JAN 9

Joel Sartore - Guest Speaker

Thursday, January 9th — 6:30 - 9:00pm

Joel will discuss the artwork featured in the MONA2Omaha Photo Ark exhibition, which is brought to us by the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) in Kearney. Join us at Gallery 1516 to learn more about the process of photographing these amazing animals and Joel’s inspiration for undertaking this 25-year-long project.

This is a Members-Only event. If you would like to attend events like these in the future, please consider becoming a member by clicking here.

FEB 2

Closing “MONA2Omaha: National Geographic Photographer Joel Sartore — PHOTOARK”

Sunday, February 2nd

February 2nd is the last day to see the incredible animals of Joel Sartore’s Photo Ark. Be sure to stop by Gallery 1516 to see the exhibition before it’s gone!

The gallery will CLOSE at 2 PM.

This exhibition was brought to us by the Museum of Nebraska Art (MONA) in Kearney.

FEB 14

Valentine’s Day Fundraiser Event

Friday, February 14th — 7-9pm

Join us for an evening of chocolates by Chocolate Abeille accompanied by wine, a talk by chocolatier Tina Tweedy, music by violinist Olga Smola, and poetry readings by Nebraska State Poet Matt Mason! The ticket price for this event helps support Gallery 1516’s mission.

Tickets: $100 per couple ($50 for an individual ticket)

FEB 27

Members Preview
“Spontaneity: 10 Abstract Painters from Nebraska”

Thursday, February 27th — 6:30-9:00 pm

Join us for this members-only preview of Spontaneity! Refreshments will be served and the artists will be in attendance.

If you are not yet a member of Gallery 1516, you can join by clicking here. Members get to enjoy exhibition previews, attend exclusive lectures and events, and more!

This exhibition features the work of James Bockelman, Dan Howard, Jerry Jacoby, Diane Lounsberry-Williams, Ann Pape, Larry Roots, Mark Sabaliauskas, Nancy Teague, JK Thorsen, and Beverly Todd.

FEB 28

Public Opening
“Spontaneity: 10 Abstract Painters from Nebraska”

Friday, February 28th — 6:30-9:00 pm

This exhibition features the work of James Bockelman, Dan Howard, Jerry Jacoby, Diane Lounsberry-Williams, Ann Pape, Larry Roots, Mark Sabaliauskas, Nancy Teague, JK Thorsen, and Beverly Todd.

Join us for light refreshments and outstanding artwork! The artists will be in attendance.

MAR 1

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. UNO Music Dept. - Choral Area

Start of the Spring 2020 Session
Sunday, March 1st — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers! Past performances have featured Opera Omaha, the Omaha Chamber Music Society, Olga Smola, Camille Metoyer Moten, and more!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

MAR 6

First Friday

Friday, March 6th — 6-9pm

The Gallery will be open late for Old Market First Friday. Enjoy complimentary refreshments while exploring the vibrant abstract artwork of Spontaneity: 10 Nebraska Abstract Painters!

MAR 8

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. Opera Omaha

Sunday, March 8th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. Omaha Chamber Music Society

Sunday, March 15th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. Ron Cooley - guitar & Darryl White - trumpet

Sunday, March 22nd — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. Nicaulis Alley PhD - flute

Sunday, March 29th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. UNO Music Dept. - Woodwind Area

Sunday, April 5th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. Omaha Chamber Music Society

Sunday, April 19th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. Opera Omaha

Sunday, April 26th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
ft. UNO Music Dept. - Percussion Area

Sunday, May 3rd — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us each Sunday for a new performance by some of Omaha’s best musicians and performers!

Doors open at 11am, performance begins at 11:30 am.
This event is FREE and open to the public. Complimentary bagels, fruit, coffee, and juice are provided.

CANCELLED

G1516 Bagels & Sometimes Bach Music Series
Mother’s Day - Special Performance TBD

END of the Spring 2020 Session
Sunday, May 10th — 11am - 1pm

Bagels & Sometimes Bach is Gallery 1516’s Sunday morning music series which runs during the spring and fall. Join us on Mother’s Day for a special music performance! The performer will be announced at a later date.