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The State Historical Society of North Dakota Foundation exists to secure private funding to support the State Historical Society of North Dakota in identifying, preserving, interpreting, and promoting North Dakota history. Fundraising options include Memberships, Memorials, Planned Giving, and Major Gifts. Explore our website and discover how you can make a difference in the preservation and promotion of North Dakota history!

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Become a Foundation Member Today

All Foundation Members Receive:

  • FREE ADMISSION to 60 state historic sites and museums throughout North Dakota

  • 15% DISCOUNT at all State Historical Society of North Dakota museum stores

  • SUBSCRIPTIONS to all State Historical Society of North Dakota publications, including North Dakota History: Journal of the Northern Plains and Plains Talk newsletter

  • RECIPROCAL AND DISCOUNTED memberships at over 400 organizations in 45 states through Time Travelers

  • ACCESS to the Foundation's Quarterly Newsletter with the latest mission updates from our team

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Your Donations Support North Dakota

We are astonished and so grateful for the generosity of individuals and organizations who have stepped forward to give their support to the Foundation's continuing work of expanding and enhancing the State Historical Society of North Dakota.

Our team believes everyone deserves the opportunity to learn about North Dakota history, and we remain committed to supporting the State Historical Society in it mission to empower through history.

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Live Construction Feed

Ready, Set, Grow!

Tune in to see construction as it happens on the live feed of the North Dakota Military Gallery project at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum! This exciting project will create a one-of-a-kind destination with a goal to honor, educate, and inspire future generations by sharing stories of service and sacrifice of North Dakota’s military service members.

The Foundation, State Historical Society of North Dakota, North Dakota National Guard, and North Dakota National Guard Foundation hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on July 10, 2025, in the Outdoor Amphitheater at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. Construction is expected to be complete in 2027, and we invite you to check back often and follow the progress.

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