Heritage Center

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  kimberly facenda2 months ago

  I really enjoyed this place. It was really big and I was greeted by the information desk and gave me great information about the museum. I was really impressed with the amount of dinosaur at effects in the history about the Native Americans. I really enjoyed this museum. What a great spot for children with the interactive activities. There is some much information about North dakota. Best part it was free to explore it.

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  Aswinganga2 months ago

  It’s honestly one of the best state museum, and the fact that it’s completely free makes it even better. Having friendly staff at the front desk to give you a quick lay of the land sets a great tone right away, especially since the building is so spacious. Inside, the galleries take you step-by-step through the area's story. You get to see real dinosaur skeletons and ancient fossils, deep histories of the local Native American tribes, and interactive exhibits on prairie settlement and farming life. It’s clean, easy to walk through, and simple to spend a couple of engaging hours getting a real feel for North Dakota.

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  Stacy LE4 months ago

  A friend recommended we stop here. The front desk staff were welcoming and warm, the four current sections are well laid out and there are interactive portions for kids. My kid loved the dinosaur area. All very well done. And it's free! Great gift shop too.

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  Jason Werlinger3 months ago

  tl;dr: Arguably the best museum in the state, with many exhibits covering many topics. And it's free! What is it? The North Dakota Heritage Center and State Museum is a testament to the humble state’s history, dating back to the age of the dinosaurs. It has several halls that cover significant and different portions of ND history, and celebrates each section in kind. Service and Price: As it is the State Museum, tax payers fund this establishment. Even though they are all state employees, I found the staff here to be friendly, professional, and very enthusiastic to tell me about dinosaurs. Displays: An engaging and fascinating collection of materials divided into several galleries to be explored at your own pace. The Adaptation Gallery houses the beasts of the prehistoric era, including ancient bison fossils, the bones of sea creatures long gone, and the recreation of a standoff between a Triceratops and a T-Rex. Do not be mistaken, this gallery holds many other incredible things. The Innovation Gallery covers the arrival of man, and the struggle between man and nature, as culture evolved, and technology was developed and employed to help humans prevail. The Inspiration Gallery tells the story of more modern times, mainly the development of the land into an agricultural state, the people that made that happen, and the continued evolution of culture, technology, and community. The Art in the State Collection can be tricky to find, but it is there and it showcases many great paintings made by talented artists. There are also several displays in hallways, to include various rocks from around the world, and a whole mastodon! Each one of these galleries can take an hour or more of your time, especially if you are diligent and have to read all the placards. And they are all expertly curated and organized. Location and Parking: The Museum and Heritage Center is located beside the state capitol building on state street. Parking is plentiful and flat, so wheelchair access is easy. Interior: The facility is beautiful and well kept, with a gift shop and plenty of bathrooms as needed. Overall: Arguably the best museum in the state of North Dakota, and even better because it’s free! It’s a place the whole family will love, and because there’s so much to see, there really is something for everyone.

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  Cassandra Wicks2 months ago

  The best museum we've been to! Friendly staff. So much to see. Everything was so clean. We went back for a 2nd visit! The whole family loved the museum! Free to visit (donations accepted 🙂) Daughter loved the penny souvenir machine. And store was beautifully stocked