“Chahta” is what the Choctaw people call themselves, which is the name of a legendary Choctaw leader and also means “the people.” The Choctaw homeland includes what is now eastern Mississippi and western Alabama. In…

The Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, the oldest state park in North Dakota, provides visitors with a diverse historical landscape. The site houses the On-A-Slant Mandan Indian Village which was established in the 16th century…

First established in 1864 and reconstructed four years later, this fort protected transportation along the upper Missouri River. An important cultural contact intersection, the Treaty of Fort Laramie of 1868 was signed here by Lakota…

This exciting historical site was originally occupied by prehistoric Mandan tribal members beginning in 1450 A.D. Today visitors can explore the prehistoric settlement that was once fortified and protected by an extensive ditch and fencing…

A great place to hang out for warm and drinks. Midway Lanes is located just across the Missouri River from Bismarck and offers plenty of late-night fun. You won’t find anywhere else in the Bismarck…

This museum, which was opened in 1972, offers a vast collection of railroad equipment as well as railcars that are open to being explored, which makes this museum a great place to visit with kids.…

Over 400 years old, On-A-Slant Village is located in North Dakota near the confluence of the Heart River with the Missouri River. On October 20, 1804 the Corps of Discovery stopped at the On-A- Slant…

Want to cool down from the midwestern sun and take your entire family with you? Look no further than the Raging Water Park near Bismarck. People of all ages may enjoy this waterpark as it…

On the scenic shore of the Missouri River, the Paddle Trap welcomes travelers and locals alike with its contemporary and casual American menu.  Visit year round for cheerfully sunlit brunches, lunches, and dinners.  Serving local…