Historical Attractions in Grand Forks, ND

An historic village of over 40 buildings depicting life in the Red River Valley in the late 1800's and early 1900's. Travel back to the time when our bonanza farm homes dotted the Prairie.

The Heritage Hjemkomst Interpretive Center provides interpretation of the Hjemkomst Viking Ship, Hopperstad Stave Church Replica, Red River Valley Exhibition and hosts traveling exhibits in 7,000 sq. feet of temporary exhibition space. The interpreti....

Explore this historic military fort that served the people of Jamestown from 1872 to 1877! History fun for kids in North Dakota!

Western fun at the Frontier Village, with the World's Largest Buffalo, wild buffalo herd and stagecoach rides! Frontier family fun in North Dakota!

Walk the grounds where the officers' quarters, stone barracks, powder magazine, guard house, and other buildings remain at frontier Fort Sisseton. This 1864 fort, atop the Coteau des Prairies (or hills of the prairies), is a rare reminder of the west....

For over 70-years the International Peace Garden has made our region a more beautiful place to live offering countless educational resources through the arts and athletics while providing a picturesque natural landscape.

After the exhibits, visit the recreated turn-of-the-century logging camp where you'll find the camp blacksmith, saw filer, clerk, cook and lumberjacks. Then, board the moored river "wanigan," a floating cook shack used when the logs and men headed do....

Youll always find something new to see at the North Dakota Heritage Center. Throughout the building special galleries showcase the diverse collections of the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Unique temporary exhibits demonstrate an infinite ....

Located north of Bismarck along the Missouri River, Double Ditch Indian Village is considered one of the most important of the Mandan Indian earthlodge villages that dotted the Missouri River region. Today, the state of North Dakota manages two areas....

Rich in both military and early Native American history, Fort Abraham Lincoln was once an important infantry and cavalry post. It was from this fort that Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer and the Seventh Cavalry rode out on their ill-fated expedition ....

Reconstructed Fort Mandan rests in the riparian forests of the Missouri River. The refurnished rooms of this full size replica depict the equipage of the Lewis & Clark Expedition and provide the realistic setting for a grand learning experience. On-s....

The North Dakota Museum of Art strives to bring the best in regional, national and international art to the people of the Great Plains. In a little-known geographic region of the world, we have dedicated ourselves to enriching cultural life through v....

A super fun 40,000 square foot INDOOR waterpark with a variety of slides, activity pools, a lazy river, an adult hot tub and the kiddies' play area pool!

Situated on the meandering Turtle River, Turtle River State Park is located in a beautiful wooded valley. Constructed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the park offers year-round recreational activities, including camping, picnicking, ....

Located on the north shore of Lake Renwick, Icelandic State Park offers visitors not only a wide array of recreational opportunities, but also glimpses of North Dakotas homesteading heritage and its natural beauty. Boating, swimming and fishing for ....

The Children's Museum was created as a special place for children and families. The more than 50 hands-on exhibits are designed to engage, educate, stimulate creativity, and encourage interaction between the child and the exhibit as well as the chil....

Come and visit the Fargo Air Museum and see these beautiful Aircraft on display. We have the aircraft. Help us build a home to share them with you.

When approached with the idea of creating a museum in his honor, New York Yankee outfielder Roger Maris, who hailed from Fargo, initially declined out of humility. Eventually, though, he would say, "Put it where people will see it, and where they won....

Red River Zoo features exotic and native animals from areas around the world, & specialize in the care of some of the world rarest cold climate species!

Active kids can burn that energy up at this Fargo family fun park with bumper cars, mini golf, go-arts, batting cages, and lazer tag!

Easy to get here... hard to leave. Geologist classify our area as being originally a part of the ocean changed by massive interval upheavals and covered with ice a mile thick. It then was flooded by a lake which covered the present city of Winnipeg....

This boat access area has two single-lane boat ramps, vault toilet and a large parking area for boat trailers. No overnight camping is permitted.

Devils LakeNorth Dakotas largest natural lakeis home to a 1,142-acre park system including Grahams Island State Park and a boat access area on the east side of the lake, named Black Tiger Bay State Recreation Area. The lake is a closed drainage basi....

Sheyenne Oaks RV Park is located just 40 miles southwest of Fargo, ND on 120 acres of privately owned land where the whole family can enjoy a relaxing time away - and perfect for those families with horses!

Incredible adventures to be had in the beautiful nature of Minnesota's oldest state park - Itasca State Park!

Skiing and snowboarding with lessons for all ages, 33% green runs, snow tubing hill and terrain training park.

North Dakotas homesteading heritage is preserved at Fort Ransom State Park. The park, nestled in the picturesque and heavily-wooded Sheyenne River Valley, officially opened in July 1979. This park is managed as a natural and scenic area, and is loca....

Over 50 hands-on exhibits and a collection of over 40 live animal species are available for touching and holding make this a perfect destination for kids of all ages and adults. Dedicated to science education and the appreciation of living things.

A historic day out in the Lutz Mansion, built in 1907 by a lumber man. A great way for kids to learn about the pioneer days in North Dakota!

Annual covered wagon train adventure for the whole family! With history talks, saddle horses, camping, and nature lore. Great, traditional North Dakota family fun!

The National Buffalo Museum is not just a museum, but also has live buffalo for kids to enjoy, including the only one in the world with white ones! the only one in the world to have three white buffalo!

A family friendly adventure park in Minnesota with ropes courses, zip lines and giant swings that will give those active families a challenging day out to remember!

Visit over 200 animals, with 70 different species, at this charming zoo committed to providing clean and green natural habitats for all the residents! With a carousel too!

Privacy, undisturbed woods and sunny grassy sites are waiting to complete that family time away at Trails RV Park in north central Minnesota!

One of the top fishing and family vacation resorts in Minnesota, with RV sites, cabins, and water activities!

Skiing and snowboarding with lessons from 4, offering 4 green runs plus lift serviced tubing hill.

38,000 square foot of Minnesota indoor waterpark featuring three exhilarating 4-story slides, "Lazy River" & more!

Located on the west shore of Beaver Lake, the park's gently rolling prairie provides scenic views for leisurely walks. In the summer, the lake attracts visitors for boating, canoeing, water skiing and fishing. The park has a colorful and historic ....

The Runestone Museum in Minnesota features the Kensington Runestone, plus exhibits on the regions history, heritage and natural sciences in relation to the Scandinavian history, plus pioneer history, wildlife, First Peoples, hands-on kids area & more....

Skiing and snowboarding with lessons from 5 years, offering 2 green runs and another 3 blue, plus tow rope serviced tubing hill and 2 terrain training parks.

Discover the lakes area's newest 18 hole mini-golf. Located in a scenic wooded setting, with waterfalls, meandering stream, and pond. Play the World Famous "Northern Pike Hole." Hit your final shot into the outhouse and win a free game.

Located on Green Lake, Doyle Memorial is leased by the city of Wishek. The area is popular for camping, fishing and boating. This small prairie park, established in 1925, occupies a peninsula jutting into Green Lake in the rolling farmland of sout....

Nestled in the scenic Turtle Mountains on the shores of Lake Metigoshe, Lake Metigoshe State Park was constructed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA) in the 1930s and is one of the most popular year-round vacation spots in North Dakota. The C....

The Paul Bunyan Trail, over 100 miles in length, covers a large area. The trail now includes 80 paved miles. With 7 segment maps and over 14 individual city maps and descriptions.

A stunning National Park in the heart of the American continent, with guided ranger programs, boat charters, hiking, camping and winter activities. Back to nature for your family day out in Minnesota!

Kids can enjoy fun rides in the Brainerd Lakes Area with this Minnesota theme park, open since 1954!

Great seasonal family fun with mini golf, go-karts, bumper boats, lazer maze and even a bungy! Great for those active and playful kids!

Dacotah Prairie Museum takes you back in time over 100 years ago to explore the people, progress and natural history that combined to propel the prairie region into existence, with exhibits covering pre-settler history to present

The Minnesota Fishing Museum explores the history of fishing in the state as far back as Native America lifestyles, plus aquarium with native fish, & a log fishing cabin display!

For those nature loving active families, Wylie Park is a magical 210 acres of attractions revolving around storybooks and fairytales.

A family owned RV park which offers family friendly camping in the very green Bismarck, ND!

A fun indoor play center in North Dakota, Jumped Up has inflatables, bounce house and even a ball pit!

Wind, water and sand... these components sculpted North Dakota's wildly rugged Little Missouri Breaks Country. Called "Mako Shika"" or ""where the land breaks"" by the Sioux

Located along seven miles of the last free-flowing, undeveloped stretches of the Missouri River, North Dakotas Cross Ranch Centennial State Park is rich in both cultural and natural history. The park is purposely left primitive to preserve the land'....

Visit the only hands-on science center in North Dakota with great exhibits that teaches kids science through interactive fun!

90 acres of amazing zoo in Bismarck, with over 600 animals representing 125 species. North Dakota family fun...with some furry friends!

Kids can embark on that proud tradition of the great river steamer along the mighty Missouri River - a historic and fun family day out in North Dakota!

Waterpark fun in North Dakota with slides, tubes, and even mini golf!

Permanent and traveling exhibits all about Iron Range mining history, including interactive displays that help kids explore topics from immigration, to daily life for miners!

We are an Indian Museum which educates the public about the history and current times of the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe through exhibits, a life sized diorama and a gift shop.

Roosevelt Park Zoo is home to over 200 animals!. The children's zoo, otter exhibit, giraffe & African penguins are a hit with visitors of all ages.

The Minot Art Gallery moved to the Taube Museum of Art in August of 1997. It has exhibits all year round with the Student Art Show an important event. The Taube Museum of Art offers children and adult art classes and encourages school and organizatio....

shows the story of aviation history. In addition to a replica of the Wright Flyer, the museum displays military and civilian aircraft from 1928 to the present. There are exhibits, narratives, uniforms, memorabilia, paintings, photographs and a gift....

A family fun RV park in Aitkin, Minnesota, Pete's Retreat will make sure your family adventure is filled with fun activities creating wonderful memories - voted in the Top 100 Campgrounds in North America!