Community Calendar

The Traill County Arts Coalition will exhibit the work of the late Hillsboro artist John Carroll Pederson (1928-2024) September 18th- October 18th at “The Arts House” in Hillsboro, ND. The exhibit will feature a selection of Pederson’s work that will be for sale through silent auction during the exhibit. A portion of the proceeds from the auction will go towards the Traill County Arts Coalition.

John Carroll Pederson (1928-2024), a self-taught artist from Hillsboro, North Dakota, was a man whose life revolved around his passions for drawing and painting. From a young age, he was deeply inspired by the "homespun American life" depicted on Norman Rockwell's Saturday Evening Post covers. This admiration led to a defining moment in his life: a pilgrimage to Rockwell's home in Massachusetts, where he was welcomed as a guest and learned from the famous artist. John considered this week a high point of his life.

John's career was a tapestry of artistic pursuits. After serving in the Army, where he did some illustration work, he spent 15 years at Dakota Photo Engraving Co. in Fargo. He also applied his artistic skills to commercial work, painting billboard signs along I-29 and creating logos and nameplates for local newspapers. Around 1971, he began making a living as a full-time painter and taught adult education classes in Hillsboro. His fine art subjects were diverse, ranging from Abraham Lincoln and old comedians to airplanes and local Red River Valley landscapes.

“An Art-Filled Life” Artworks by John C. Pederson
September 18th – October 18th, 2025
Showings by Appointment Only

Open Houses: September 20th 10:00am-2:00pm
September 27th 10:00am – 5:00pm
Reception 3:00pm – 5:00pm

For More information contact:
Eric A. Johnson
Phone: 701-799-6518
Email: bigoakpress@gmail.com
Website: www.bigoakpress.com

Step into history and mystery at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site in Medora during the Chateau Lantern Tours. More tours are being offered this year to explore the darker side of the Chateau's past in a thrilling evening of frights, delights, and minimal lights.
The one-hour tours will be offered Oct. 24, 25, and 31, and Nov. 1 at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. After watching a short film, participants will walk from the Interpretive Center to the Chateau for a tour through the main level where shadows linger.
While venturing through the Chateau, illuminated only by lanterns, hear tales of apparitions, ghost lights, murder, and more. Although nothing will jump out to frighten you, you never know what will be around the next corner.
Tickets are limited. Secure your spot today. Advance tickets are now on sale at ChateauLanternTours.eventbrite.com. The cost before taxes and fees is $10 for ages 16 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 15. Children ages 5 and under are free. Lanterns will be provided.
For more information, contact Site Supervisor Keshna DeJesus, shschateau@nd.gov or 701.623.4355. The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Chateau de Morès Interpretive Center and home are open daily 9 a.m.‐5 p.m. through Sept. 30. All times listed are Mountain time. Find a calendar of upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.

Step into history and mystery at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site in Medora during the Chateau Lantern Tours. More tours are being offered this year to explore the darker side of the Chateau's past in a thrilling evening of frights, delights, and minimal lights.
The one-hour tours will be offered Oct. 24, 25, and 31, and Nov. 1 at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. After watching a short film, participants will walk from the Interpretive Center to the Chateau for a tour through the main level where shadows linger.
While venturing through the Chateau, illuminated only by lanterns, hear tales of apparitions, ghost lights, murder, and more. Although nothing will jump out to frighten you, you never know what will be around the next corner.
Tickets are limited. Secure your spot today. Advance tickets are now on sale at ChateauLanternTours.eventbrite.com. The cost before taxes and fees is $10 for ages 16 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 15. Children ages 5 and under are free. Lanterns will be provided.
For more information, contact Site Supervisor Keshna DeJesus, shschateau@nd.gov or 701.623.4355. The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Chateau de Morès Interpretive Center and home are open daily 9 a.m.‐5 p.m. through Sept. 30. All times listed are Mountain time. Find a calendar of upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.

Step into history and mystery at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site in Medora during the Chateau Lantern Tours. More tours are being offered this year to explore the darker side of the Chateau's past in a thrilling evening of frights, delights, and minimal lights.
The one-hour tours will be offered Oct. 24, 25, and 31, and Nov. 1 at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. After watching a short film, participants will walk from the Interpretive Center to the Chateau for a tour through the main level where shadows linger.
While venturing through the Chateau, illuminated only by lanterns, hear tales of apparitions, ghost lights, murder, and more. Although nothing will jump out to frighten you, you never know what will be around the next corner.
Tickets are limited. Secure your spot today. Advance tickets are now on sale at ChateauLanternTours.eventbrite.com. The cost before taxes and fees is $10 for ages 16 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 15. Children ages 5 and under are free. Lanterns will be provided.
For more information, contact Site Supervisor Keshna DeJesus, shschateau@nd.gov or 701.623.4355. The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Chateau de Morès Interpretive Center and home are open daily 9 a.m.‐5 p.m. through Sept. 30. All times listed are Mountain time. Find a calendar of upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.

Step into history and mystery at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site in Medora during the Chateau Lantern Tours. More tours are being offered this year to explore the darker side of the Chateau's past in a thrilling evening of frights, delights, and minimal lights.
The one-hour tours will be offered Oct. 24, 25, and 31, and Nov. 1 at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. After watching a short film, participants will walk from the Interpretive Center to the Chateau for a tour through the main level where shadows linger.
While venturing through the Chateau, illuminated only by lanterns, hear tales of apparitions, ghost lights, murder, and more. Although nothing will jump out to frighten you, you never know what will be around the next corner.
Tickets are limited. Secure your spot today. Advance tickets are now on sale at ChateauLanternTours.eventbrite.com. The cost before taxes and fees is $10 for ages 16 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 15. Children ages 5 and under are free. Lanterns will be provided.
For more information, contact Site Supervisor Keshna DeJesus, shschateau@nd.gov or 701.623.4355. The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Chateau de Morès Interpretive Center and home are open daily 9 a.m.‐5 p.m. through Sept. 30. All times listed are Mountain time. Find a calendar of upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.

Step into history and mystery at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site in Medora during the Chateau Lantern Tours. More tours are being offered this year to explore the darker side of the Chateau's past in a thrilling evening of frights, delights, and minimal lights.
The one-hour tours will be offered Oct. 24, 25, and 31, and Nov. 1 at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. After watching a short film, participants will walk from the Interpretive Center to the Chateau for a tour through the main level where shadows linger.
While venturing through the Chateau, illuminated only by lanterns, hear tales of apparitions, ghost lights, murder, and more. Although nothing will jump out to frighten you, you never know what will be around the next corner.
Tickets are limited. Secure your spot today. Advance tickets are now on sale at ChateauLanternTours.eventbrite.com. The cost before taxes and fees is $10 for ages 16 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 15. Children ages 5 and under are free. Lanterns will be provided.
For more information, contact Site Supervisor Keshna DeJesus, shschateau@nd.gov or 701.623.4355. The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Chateau de Morès Interpretive Center and home are open daily 9 a.m.‐5 p.m. through Sept. 30. All times listed are Mountain time. Find a calendar of upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.

Step into history and mystery at the Chateau de Morès State Historic Site in Medora during the Chateau Lantern Tours. More tours are being offered this year to explore the darker side of the Chateau's past in a thrilling evening of frights, delights, and minimal lights.
The one-hour tours will be offered Oct. 24, 25, and 31, and Nov. 1 at 6:30, 7:30, and 8:30 p.m. After watching a short film, participants will walk from the Interpretive Center to the Chateau for a tour through the main level where shadows linger.
While venturing through the Chateau, illuminated only by lanterns, hear tales of apparitions, ghost lights, murder, and more. Although nothing will jump out to frighten you, you never know what will be around the next corner.
Tickets are limited. Secure your spot today. Advance tickets are now on sale at ChateauLanternTours.eventbrite.com. The cost before taxes and fees is $10 for ages 16 and up, and $5 for ages 6 to 15. Children ages 5 and under are free. Lanterns will be provided.
For more information, contact Site Supervisor Keshna DeJesus, shschateau@nd.gov or 701.623.4355. The Chateau de Morès State Historic Site is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. The Chateau de Morès Interpretive Center and home are open daily 9 a.m.‐5 p.m. through Sept. 30. All times listed are Mountain time. Find a calendar of upcoming State Historical Society events at history.nd.gov/events.