Boys Town's History Week Video Showcase
For more than 100 years, Boys Town has witnessed countless historic moments that tell the tale of one man's vision and how it changed the way America cares for its children. We are excited to bring you Boys Town History Week, including Facebook lives, stories from the past, quizzes, and daily giveaways.
Behind-the-Scenes and Artifacts with Tom Lynch
Step back in time with us! For the first time ever, we’re touring a new area of the Boys Town archive to explore incredible architectural treasures, including pieces from our original high school, built in 1946, and other historic buildings across campus.
Boys Town's Early Days in Omaha
Faith is in motion at St. Frances Cabrini Church! Our founder, Father Flanagan, carried the cross from St. Frances Cabrini Church into the new St. Cecilia Once the Union Pacific Station, this historic spot welcomed Boys Town movie stars, choirs, and teams home to Omaha.
Hear the stories behind the grand arrivals and Christmas performances that filled this hall with joy.
It all began here. Welcome to the original entrance to Boys Town, where children found hope, belonging, and new beginnings
The Global Impact of the Boys Town Model
What began in Nebraska has reached every corner of the globe. The Boys Town Model has transformed child care worldwide. Learn how this groundbreaking approach started in Nebraska and continues to impact lives today.
Trivia Fun at the Hall of History
Meet our youth and staff, learn more about our history, and test your knowledge by guessing the answers to our fun trivia questions. Everyone’s invited to play along!
Father Flanagan's Birthplace in Ballymore, Ireland
"This is the cottage Father Flanagan was born into. He lived here with his parents, grandparents and 10 siblings, so quite a crowd in a building this size. It was a house full of music and it was what we call a rambling house in Ireland where neighbours rambled in and chatted about the day and played music and danced on the floor."
Isaiah and Joni's Boys Town Story
"It's gut-wrenching. It was the hardest decision I've ever made. It feels like you failed as a parent. In a way, it feels like you're giving your children away for somebody else to take care of or to fix. And that's not at all what I wanted."
Translational Research
"Boys Town has evolved to address modern challenges, such as mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, by engaging stakeholders in collaborative problem-solving. The organization has grown nationally, integrating evidence-based practices like the Teaching Family Model and researching social media’s impact on child development."
Family Home Exclusive Tour
"We've helped hundreds of boys. This house gives them a safe place to sleep every night. Sometimes we've had boys that have come to us that have never had a safe place to sleep or maybe their safe place was moving from one couch to another or staying with a relative. This gets to be their spot where they always get to be and they don't have to worry about where they are going to lay their head that night."
