Bismarck Historical Society

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What is the Bismarck Historical Society?

Founded in 2005, the mission of the Bismarck Historical Society is to learn, preserve and promote the history of Bismarck, North Dakota.




Upcoming events

  • North Dakota State Penitentiary

    • February 11, 2026
    • 6:30 PM
    • Meeting Room A (Bismarck Public Library, 515 N 5th St)

    Winston Satrom will present a program on the history of the North Dakota State Penitentiary.  More information will be forthcoming.

    Program is free and open to the general public.

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  • Wandering on the Missouri River

    • March 11, 2026
    • 6:30 PM
    • Meeting Room A (Bismarck Public Library, 515 N 5th St)

    Signe Snortland will present a program on winter camps along the Missouri River.  She will also share anecdotes about the Lewis and Clark Expedition when they wintered with the Mandan Indians.  More information will be forthcoming.

    Program is free and open to the general public.

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  • History of Public Health in Bismarck/Burleigh County

    • April 08, 2026
    • 6:30 PM
    • Meeting Room A (Bismarck Public Library, 515 N 5th St)

    Steve McDonough will speak on the history of public health in Bismarck and Burleigh County from statehood to 1990.  More information will be forthcoming.

    Program is free and open to the general public.

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The Bismarck Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. PO Box 47, Bismarck, ND 58502-0047.

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