Wheelchairs, scooters, and strollers are available at no charge on a first-come, first-serve basis for checkout
at the Information Desks.
Four galleries at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum tell the fascinating story of North Dakota through thousands of artifacts and specimens, high-tech displays, and interactive exhibits.
Experience North Dakota's heritage throughout the museum spaces. Shop in the Museum Store and enjoy meals and snacks at the James River Café.
From a life-size T. rex skeleton cast to a 1950s soda shop to rare beadwork, the State Museum offers interesting opportunities for you to connect North Dakota history with your life.
HISTORY FOR everyone.
North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum
612 East Boulevard Ave.
Bismarck, North Dakota 58505
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ND Heritage Center & State Museum Hours:
Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat & Sun, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
We are closed New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day.
State Archives and Historical Research Library:
Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 2nd Sat of each month 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., except state holidays
State Historical Society offices:
Mon-Fri, 8 a.m.-5pm, except state holidays.
State Museums & Historic Sites Hours:
Site hours vary by location. Please visit our historic sites index to get specific site information.
Address:
612 East Boulevard Ave.
Bismarck, North Dakota 58505
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Hours:
State Museum and Store: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. M-F; Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
We are closed New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. We are closed at noon Christmas Eve if it falls on Mon.-Thurs. and are closed all day if it falls on Fri.-Sun.
State Archives: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. M-F, except state holidays; 2nd Sat. of each month, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Appointments are recommended. To schedule an appointment, please contact us at 701.328.2091 or archives@nd.gov.
State Historical Society offices: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. M-F, except state holidays.
Contact Us:
phone: 701.328.2666
email: history@nd.gov
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