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Preferred Interest
Preferred Interest Talks: A Creative Writing & Performance Series Workshops
2026-08-19 | 2026-09-02 | 2026-09-16
August 19, September 2, 16, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
Virtual
All aboard! Do you have a burning passion, a fascinating hobby, or unique knowledge you’ve always wanted to share? This inclusive, four-part workshop series, in partnership with Nebraska Writers Collective, is for you!
Live Captioning
Preferred Interest
One-Track Mind Photography Exhibition
2026-08-29 | 2026-10-04
August 29, 2026 through October 4, 2026
The Durham Museum
One-Track Mind showcases acclaimed photographer Blair Bunting's passion for trains through striking images of railroads from around the United States. Explore the beauty, history, and power of rail travel in this captivating photography gallery.
Sensory Kits
Social Narrative
Common Senses Festival Kick-Off Sponsored by FNBO
2026-09-13
Sunday, September 13th, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Downtown Omaha
Kick off Common Senses Festival 2026 with a model train pop-up and train photo gallery at the Durham Museum, Risky Disco pop-up, food trucks, and games at the Heartland of America Park, then explore the Sensory Yard at the KANEKO. Free UNO shuttles.
Sensory Kits
Social Narrative
Chill Zone
Accessible Transportation
Science & Technology
The Sensory Yard, Presented by The Holland Foundation
2026-09-13
Sunday, September 13, 2026 through Sunday, September 27, 2026
KANEKO
Step into The Sensory Yard, an immersive sensory experience where movement, light, imagination, and rest invite exploration at your own pace. Discover spaces designed for curiosity, regulation, creativity, and connection.
Social Narrative
Sensory Kits
Chill Zone
Preferred Interest
Ticket to Ride Demo & Gameplay
2026-09-14
Monday, September 14, 2026, 6:00 - 8:30 PM
Spielbound Board Game Cafe
Join us at Spielbound Board Game Cafe for Ticket to Ride! We'll start with a beginner-friendly demo, then everyone will play. New and experienced players are welcome. Come build routes, connect cities, and have fun!
Sensory Kits
Social Narrative
Performing Arts
Risky Disco - Opening Day
2026-09-14 | 2026-09-15 | 2026-09-16 | 2026-09-18 | 2026-09-21 | 2026-09-23
Monday, September 14, 2026, 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM
North Omaha Intergenerational Center (NOIC)
Risky Disco On Wheels is an electrifying sensory workshop curated for adults with disabilities, where every individual has the space to explore and connect regardless of their form of communication or movement.
Sensory Kits
Social Narrative
Chill Zone
Preferred Interest
Preferred Interest Talks: A Creative Writing & Performance Series Showcase
2026-09-17
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5:00 PM
The Durham Museum
All aboard! Do you have a burning passion, a fascinating hobby, or unique knowledge you’ve always wanted to share? This inclusive, four-part workshop series, in partnership with Nebraska Writers Collective, is for you!
ASL Interpreting
Closed Captioning
Live Captioning
Performing Arts
Rhythm Bath Shows + Talk Back With Creators
2026-09-19 | 2026-09-20 | 2026-09-22 | 2026-09-23 | 2026-09-24 | 2026-09-25 | 2026-09-26 | 2026-09-27
September 19-20, 22–27
Holland Performing Arts Center - Scott Hall
This dance-installation offers a paradigm shift in theater-going, in which the audience is free to roam right through the dance. Enter a transporting space of rhythmic music and movement, floating fabric, and glimmering light...
Social Narrative
Sensory Kits
Chill Zone
Performing Arts
New Works Development for Disabled Artists Showcase
2026-09-22
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 6:30PM
Yates Illuminates
The NWD(2)A showcase is an interactive sensory experience inviting audience to engage with their sense of play and wonder. The evening features excerpts from Abz Cameron’s ‘Oh, to Be a Kid Again’ gallery installation and Karma LiLoLa’s...
ASL Interpreting
Sensory Kits
Social Narrative
Chill Zone
Closed Captioning
Film
Life After
2026-09-23
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 6:00 PM
Film Streams’ Ruth Sokolof Theater
A gripping personal investigation that exposes the tangled web of moral dilemmas and profit motives surrounding assisted dying. In an unfolding matter of life and death, disabled filmmaker Reid Davenport uncovers shocking abuses of power as he...
Live Captioning
ASL Interpreting
Audio Description
Sensory Kits
Chill Zone
Common Conversations
The Art of Inclusion: Education, Movement, and Creative Practice
2026-09-24
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM
KANEKO
Discover innovative approaches to accessible arts with Arts For ME!, New Works, and keynote speaker Makenzie Gomez. Join artists, educators, and advocates for a half-day of inspiration, learning, and connection.
Social Narrative
Sensory Kits
Chill Zone
ASL Interpreting
Live Captioning
Common Conversations
Shaping Change: Disability History, Policy, & Cultural Change
2026-09-25
Friday, September 25, 2026 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
KANEKO
Explore disability history, law, and policy with keynote speaker Alex Green and expert panels from MASS Design Group, Common Coalition, and Education Rights Counsel. Gain insights to advance accessibility, equity, and inclusion.
Social Narrative
Sensory Kits
Chill Zone
ASL Interpreting
Live Captioning
Video Description: 
The video starts off with the Common Senses text and logo on a purplebackground. The next purple background clip says,“Something big is comingdown the tracks.” Next is a black background clip that says,“Want a first-classticket?” The next clip is a train on the move, from the background to nature, thesun rising behind it. The next purple background clip says,“The Common SensesFestival 2026 is putting trains center stage through art, sound, & immersiveexperiences.” The train, which has “Common Senses 2026” starts to come out ofa tunnel. The next light purple background clip says,“Are you the one who knowsthe difference between a diesel, steam and electric just by sound? Then this isfor you!” The next clip says “Omaha” inside a rectangle, zooming back to abuilding, the train arriving in front of it. The next purple background clip says,“Butfirst we want your input.” The next cream-yellow background clip says,“Tell uswhat moves you about trains. Be part of shaping the festival!” The next lightpurple clip says,“All aboard? Sign up now for insider access and earlyannouncements!” The video fades out.