Community Calendar

“The Art of Making Do: Folk Culture and Heritage of Germans From Russia” is now on exhibit at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.

This exhibition, showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of German Russian immigrants through their folk culture and heritage, is a partnership of the Tri-County Tourism Alliance and the State Historical Society of North Dakota. “The German Russian immigrants left an indelible mark on North Dakota and our current world,” said Bill Peterson, director of the State Historical Society of North Dakota. “We all recognize the importance of that community and the lessons they have left us if we just take the time to look.”

Before sustainability practices like repurposing, reusing, and recycling became widespread, resourceful German Russian immigrants relied on these techniques to build new lives on the prairie. “The Art of Making Do” highlights how these homesteaders transformed their surroundings through traditional skills brought from the old country, crafting textiles, embroidery, woodcarvings, and ironwork that shaped their homes and communities.

While many early folk art pieces have been lost, the traditions, trades, and skills embodied by German Russian immigrants continue to thrive. Enjoy historical and contemporary folk art and metalwork from Logan, McIntosh, and Emmons counties, and the State Historical Society collections. The exhibit will remain on view through September 2025.

The ND Heritage Center & State Museum is open Monday-Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Find upcoming events at history.nd.gov/events.

In this one-week Disney Dare to Dream camp, students ages 7-10 will be part of a short musical revue featuring some of the most beloved songs from Disney movies! Throughout the camp, they’ll learn fun choreography and perfect their vocal skills while bringing classic Disney songs and stories to life. From the first note to the final bow, kids will gain confidence and teamwork as they rehearse together, all leading up to an enchanting performance on the last day of camp. It's the perfect way for young performers to experience the joy of musical theatre with a dash of Disney magic!
Dates: June 16-20 (M-T-W-Th-F)

Time: 9:00a-4:00p

Performance: Friday, June 20 at 3:15p

Come and enjoy a variety of salads. June 19 from 11-2 at the Moorhead Masonic Family Center 1815 11th St N in Moorhead. The cost is $10 per ticket.

Bring your favorite ride, friends and family to the Downtown Yards on Sheyenne Street and join us for West Fargo Cruise Night!
West Fargo Cruise Night brings hundreds of unique cars and motorcycles to Sheyenne Street from Main Avenue W. to 7th Avenue W.
You don't want to miss this! West Fargo Cruise Nights are FREE to the public!
Featured performers TBA!

America’s largest interactive comedy murder dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.

Each ticket includes our signature award-winning mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.

Gooseberry Summer Park Concert

“The Art of Making Do: Folk Culture and Heritage of Germans From Russia” is now on exhibit at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.

This exhibition, showcasing the ingenuity and resilience of German Russian immigrants through their folk culture and heritage, is a partnership of the Tri-County Tourism Alliance and the State Historical Society of North Dakota. “The German Russian immigrants left an indelible mark on North Dakota and our current world,” said Bill Peterson, director of the State Historical Society of North Dakota. “We all recognize the importance of that community and the lessons they have left us if we just take the time to look.”

Before sustainability practices like repurposing, reusing, and recycling became widespread, resourceful German Russian immigrants relied on these techniques to build new lives on the prairie. “The Art of Making Do” highlights how these homesteaders transformed their surroundings through traditional skills brought from the old country, crafting textiles, embroidery, woodcarvings, and ironwork that shaped their homes and communities.

While many early folk art pieces have been lost, the traditions, trades, and skills embodied by German Russian immigrants continue to thrive. Enjoy historical and contemporary folk art and metalwork from Logan, McIntosh, and Emmons counties, and the State Historical Society collections. The exhibit will remain on view through September 2025.

The ND Heritage Center & State Museum is open Monday-Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, from 10 a.m.to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Find upcoming events at history.nd.gov/events.

In this one-week Disney Dare to Dream camp, students ages 7-10 will be part of a short musical revue featuring some of the most beloved songs from Disney movies! Throughout the camp, they’ll learn fun choreography and perfect their vocal skills while bringing classic Disney songs and stories to life. From the first note to the final bow, kids will gain confidence and teamwork as they rehearse together, all leading up to an enchanting performance on the last day of camp. It's the perfect way for young performers to experience the joy of musical theatre with a dash of Disney magic!
Dates: June 16-20 (M-T-W-Th-F)

Time: 9:00a-4:00p

Performance: Friday, June 20 at 3:15p

Scandinavian Festival @Hjemkomst
Friday & Saturday June 20,21 2025 . 9:30 am -4:30 pm
Scandinavian Entertainment , Vendors , and Food .
Children's activities , Viking encampment , Beer garden
Fun for the entire family

The public is invited to kick off rendezvous week with the State Historical Society of North Dakota Saturday and Sunday, June 21 and 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at state historic sites near Walhalla. The event is free, and all ages are welcome.
The Gingras Trading Post State Historic Site, located just 1.5 miles northeast of Walhalla, features the historic Gingras home and trading post. These are two of the oldest standing structures in the state. Built by prominent fur trader Antoine Blanc Gingras, these buildings offer a rare glimpse into Métis architecture and life along the northern frontier.
The Gingras open house features free guided tours and hands-on history experiences:
• Saturday, June 21–Step into the role of early hunters and try your hand at an atlatl, a prehistoric spear-throwing tool, aimed at a simulated bison target.
• Sunday, June 22–Watch sparks fly as Outreach Coordinator Brian Hardy fires up an antique forge to demonstrate traditional blacksmithing techniques once essential to fur trade life.
The Walhalla State Historic Site is home to the recently reconstructed Kittson cabin. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., explore the history of Norman Kittson and the mid-19th century trading post he established around 1852. The site is located on Martyr Drive in Walhalla.
Gingras Trading Post State Historic Site and the Walhalla State Historic Site are managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The grounds of both are open year-round. For more information, contact Brian Hardy, shspembina@nd.gov or 701.825.6840. Find additional programs at history.nd.gov/events.