It includes businesses, the former South Omaha City Hall, a correctional facility, banks, a post office, professional offices, and specialty stores.

Renowned for its cultural influences, including the historic location of Omaha's Greek, Russian, Polish and Czech immigrant communities, as well as the city's current growing Latino community, including Mexicans.

[4] The Vanous Block, built in 1892, is a three-story contributing property for the district that was originally a warehouse.

A 1992 rehabilitation converted it into a commercial and rental residential space.

The Brandes Block is a three-story brick building that was built in 1889.