9/21/23 (Thu)
One North Dakota inventor's quest for a 'perpetual motion machine'
On Sept. 20, 1913, rumors were running rampant around North Dakota that J. W. Kennedy, of Mandan, North Dakota, had invented just such a machine.
News and Events
9/14/23 (Thu)
Duane Larson, Pappy and The Happy Hooligans
Duane “Pappy” Larson began his flying career when he joined the US Army and entered the cadet program in 1941. He became an F5l fighter pilot and Flight Commander and flew 68 combat missions in the European Theater during WW II, earning many medals.
9/07/23 (Thu)
How fruit pits helped win the Great War
The Grand Forks Herald told readers that they could leave fruit pits at the County Superintendent’s office.
9/06/23 (Wed)
The Fascinating Archaeological Discovery That Put This Rural North Dakota Town On The Map
Huff, North Dakota isn't even technically a town, with a population of fewer than 20 people as of the 2020 census. It's the site of the Huff Indian Village State Historic Site, an incredibly important historical discovery.
9/01/23 (Fri)
Preserving Western heritage at the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame
The rugged landscapes of North Dakota have witnessed the convergence of cultures, the spirit of adventure and the timeless bond between humans and horses. Rooted in the heart of this history, the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame stands as a testament to the state's rich Western heritage and the intricate tapestry of Native American traditions, rodeo prowess and ranching legacy.
8/30/23 (Wed)
Teachings of Our Elders - Dr. Twyla Baker on Building a Better Society
Dakota Datebook: Dr. Twyla Baker, President, Nueta Hadatsa Sahnish College
8/23/23 (Wed)
Learning incentives found in North Dakota
Sites throughout the state share North Dakota history.
8/11/23 (Fri)
Native boxing icon Virgil Hill to receive North Dakota Rough Rider Award
Virgil Hill, a member of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation, became a renowned professional boxing champion and also displayed commitment to his home state and his roots.
8/07/23 (Mon)
Friluftsliv: Hiddenwood Cemetery: History and Mystery
This sign is at the entrance to the Hiddenwood Cemetery. In the background are three of the iron crosses erected at previously unidentified burial sites. Photo by Doug Wurtz.
7/31/23 (Mon)
Just how many bodies are buried in this tiny North Dakota cemetery? More than meets the eye
The North Dakota Historical Society is testing out new ground-penetrating radar to help find loved ones lost in time.