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Knife River Indian Villages National Historic SiteTheme(s): Native American | Westward Expansion | |
Description:
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site was established October 26, 1974. The 1,758 acre site preserves historic and archaelogical remnants of the culture and agricultural lifestyle of the Northern Plains Indians.More than fifty archaeological sites suggest a possible 8,000 year span of inhabitation, ending with five centuries of Hidatsa earthlodge village occupation. The circular depressions at the three village sites are up to 40 feet in diameter and are a silent testimony to the people that lived here.
Designations:
National Register of Historic Places (October 26, 1974)
Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail ()
Accessibility:
The orientation film has closed captioning available on request. Visitor Center, Hidatsa earthlodge and trail to Sakakawea and Lower Hidatsa are wheelchair accessible. The Visitor Center has handicapped parking spaces. Ranger driven golf-cart ride to Lower Hidatsa and Sakakawea sites available upon request (when staffing permits).
Getting Around:
Personal vehicle, self guided walking trail, 11 miles of trails through natural areas and cultural sites.
Activites:
Biking | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hiking | Wildlife Viewing | Backpacking | Bird Watching | Nature Walks | Kayaking | Cross Country Skiing | Snowshoeing | And more.
Facilities:
Visitor_Centers | Picnic Areas | Museum Exhibits | Tours & Guided Activities | And more.
Directions to Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site
Plane:
Fly into Bismarck or Minot, ND. Hazen, ND (15 miles from site) has an airport for small planes.
Car:
One-half mile north of Stanton, ND on County Road 37.
One hour northwest of Bismarck,ND and one and half hour southwest of Minot,ND
Public Transportation
Charter and tour bus parking available at Visitor Center parking lot.
Attractions:
North Dakota Heritage Center
Three Tribes Musuem
Phone:701-627-4477
North Dakota Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center
Phone:701-462-8535
Lake Sakakawea State Park
Phone:701-487-3315
Nearby Parks:
Theodore Roosevelt National Park (100 miles)
Fort Union Trading Post National Historic Site (150 miles)
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