Aug 27 Wednesday
“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.
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Sep 05 Friday
Adaptive Dance Classes
Dance is for everyone!
We have six different sessions for our adaptive dance program.
September 5 - October 3
October 17 - November 21
January 9 - February 6
February 27 - March 27
April 10 - May 1
Classes are once a week during each session on Friday nights from 5:45-6:15pm
Sep 06 Saturday
Join us for College Day at the Red River Market!Shop from over 60 local vendors.This event is generously funded by ND Corn Growers Association.
Entertainment Schedule:10am-11am: HEART & SOUL - Soul/ R&B11am: Cooking Demo with Wendi Wheeler11:30am-12:30pm: HEART & SOUL - Soul/ R&B12:30pm-1pm: Moorhead High School Marching Band 1pm-2pm: Pros & Cons Brass Band - Brass cover band
Community Booth:⦁ MSUM Community Outreach⦁ North Dakota State University
We accept SNAP/EBT and match up to $15 per person! Visit the Red River Market information booth to learn more.