- The list below includes 35 free or cheap things to do in or near Mandan, North Dakota, including 29 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Lake, Maze and Art Gallery.
- From Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park to Crown Butte Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Mandan and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Bismarck, Medora and New Salem.
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The majestic Missouri River courses from Bismarck, North Dakota as it travels south toward Missouri. It is one of the longest and most important rivers in the United States, and is popular among anglers, nature photographers, hikers and boating enthusiasts.
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At over 503,000 acres, Little Missouri National Grasslands is the largest grassland project in the country managed by the United States National Forest Service under the Dakota Prairie Grasslands Project. In the Missouri Grasslands, people can hike, camp, ride horse, shoot photographs, hunt, canoe, and backpack…
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612 East Boulevard Ave., Bismarck, ND 58505
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The historic Camp Hancock State Historic Site is a historical museum that includes three permanent exhibits. The galley has a geologic time exhibit, an early peoples exhibition, and a yesterday and today display.
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The Former Governor's Mansion in Bismarck, North Dakota is a 2 1/2 story Victorian home and carriage house that was built in 1885. The former Governor's residence was home to 20 of the state's governors from 1893 to 1960.
5.1 Miles
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612 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505
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Bismarck's North Dakota Heritage Center covers almost 40,000 feet of exhibition space. It is dedicated North Dakota's history and includes a substantial collection of Scandinavian and Native American art and textiles. The museum staff are happy to accommodate researchers and special requests to view objects not…
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At the Chateau de Mores State Historic Site visitors can tour the 26-room two-story building that was built in 1883 furnished with many pieces belonging to Marquis de Mores and his family. De Mores helped to found Medora, a beef packing plant, a stagecoach line, and a freight company.
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At Heritage Center, visitors can learn about the significant events of North Dakota's history through its interactive exhibits and displays. These exhibits feature items like dinosaur fossils, early pioneer artifacts, murals, agriculture equipment, and more.
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Bismarck, North Dakota is home to the State Capital Building, the tallest building in North Dakota. There are many exterior tours available, and several buildings also host interior tours while the government is in session.
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The Laughing Sun Brewing Co. features a 1500-square foot space with the brewery located behind a glass wall. The pub itself seats up to 65 guests and offers homebrews, pub grub, and live entertainment focusing on local artists.
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Located in Bismarck, North Dakota, Buckstop Junction is a historic town that recreates the atmosphere of the Missouri River Valley from 1875 to 1935. Preserved buildings include the Yegan Store (built in 1877) and the Sterling Depot (built in 1885).