About Us

Cathedral Arts Project (CAP) was founded in 1985 to promote and celebrate the performing and visual arts in Omaha’s historic St. Cecilia Cathedral. This concept dates back to the Middle Ages when cathedrals were erected in the heart of the city as awe-inspiring monuments to God. Cathedrals also became the heart of the community’s culture. It was there that artists and musicians presented their master works and dramatists produced mystery and morality plays to teach and entertain.

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This vibrant tradition provided the inspiration for renewing the concept of celebrating the arts in the masterwork of renowned architect Thomas Rogers Kimball: Omaha’s St. Cecilia Cathedral.

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Throughout the past 39 years, many have come to know CAP as the organization that holds “that wonderful flower show” in the dead of winter. While 10,000 people visit the festival annually, many more know us for unique musical and visual events - including performing artists such as Spire, Tallis Scholars, Vienna Choir Boys, Anonymous IV and Chanticleer – all in the sumptuous acoustic of the cathedral.

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The Cathedral Cultural Center has become a destination for tourists as well as the local population. The Sheehan Museum, O’Donnell Lecture Hall, Gift Shop and Sunderland Gallery – all admission free – offer a variety of programs, including six art exhibitions annually.