Neighborhood Spotlight: Dundee
The Dundee (Happy Hollow) Historic District is located west of Midtown Omaha, Nebraska. It covers the area between Harney Street on the south, Hamilton Street on the north, Happy Hollow Boulevard on the west, and 46th Street on the east.
Dundee, Omaha's first suburb, was developed over a century ago by a real estate developer and his team who constructed six homes between 48th street and 52nd street, from Capitol to California ave. They named the new addition Dundee Place, which is now known as Dundee.
The Dundee neighborhood has been mentioned as a great place to live by many reputable sources such as the American Planning Association and the National Register of Historic Places!
The Dundee neighborhood not only has beautiful historic homes, but also countless amazing restaurants and retailers!
Some notable landmarks of the neighborhood…
Founded in May of 2009, the garden features forty-one 4'x10' plots, rain barrels, compost piles, solar panels, flowers and more! As well as hosting educational workshops and fun events. Dundee Community Garden became an official non-profit in 2012 and donates generous amounts of their harvest to many groups within the community. Read more on their website!
Located just a few blocks from the heart of Dundee. The park was created as a memorial for all of the men and women from Douglas County who have served in the armed forces. Featuring a rose garden with over 1,000 rose bushes, Memorial park is definitely worth the stop if you’re in the neighborhood!
Restaurants
There is an amazing range of restaurants in Dundee, so no matter what you’re in the mood for there will be something for you! Here are some of our favorites:
Falafel, kabobs and more, perfect for quick bite to eat.
Amazing French bistro in the heart of Dundee.
Coffee and pastries, located right next to Dario’s Brasserie!