The North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum is the official history museum of the state of North Dakota. It is located on the same grounds as the State Capitol building. The museum features both permanent and temporary displays related to more than 12,000 years of the state's history.

The museum is roughly divided into sections that represent time periods. The exhibits include Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus skeletons, Native American cultural artifacts, agricultural machinery, and more. The Treehouse is a section of the museum that is especially dedicated to young children, and it allows them to learn and explore through play and kid-friendly exhibits.

612 E. Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501, Phone: 701-328-2666

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