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

  • History of the Dakota Zoo

    • August 13, 2025
    • 6:30 PM
    • Discover Center at Dakota Zoo (602 Riverside Park Road, Bismarck)

    Jim Christianson, founding member of the Bismarck Historical Society and son of Dakota Zoo founders Marc & Betty Christianson will share the history of the Dakota Zoo from its early days as the Christianson Farm to a well-established, family attraction in Bismarck, ND. Terry Lincoln, Executive Director of the Dakota Zoo will share his memories over the past four decades and offer some insights into the future of the Dakota Zoo as well.

    Admission to the program is free.


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  • History of the Belle Mehus Auditorium

    • September 10, 2025
    • 6:30 PM
    • Belle Mehus Auditorium (201 N 6th St, Bismarck)

    Presenters are Susan Lundberg and Stephanie Delmore.  More details will be available later.

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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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