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OUR MISSION

“To advocate for the restoration of the North American bison through education and outreach.”

Discover the North American bison through interactive and rotating exhibits about the natural history, cultural significance, and ecological impact of the United States’ national mammal. Learn about the bison’s near extinction and the work continuing today to restore the species.

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OUR MISSION

“To advocate for the restoration of the North American bison through education and outreach.”

Discover the North American bison through interactive and rotating exhibits about the natural history, cultural significance, and ecological impact of the United States’ national mammal. Learn about the bison’s near extinction and the work continuing today to restore the species.

Become a Member Today!
Make a Contribution
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The American Bison, Then and Now.

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Bison or Buffalo?

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The North American Bison Discovery Center

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Our Shared Mission

Museum Hours

Regular Hours (March to Memorial Day, Labor Day through October)
Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Hours
(Memorial Day to Labor Day)
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily

Winter Hours (November through February)
Tue – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

A Very Bison Christmas Hours
November 29 – December 21
10 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily

Closed
Thanksgiving Day,
December 25 to January 1

Admissions

Members* |  FREE

General  |  $8.00

Seniors (62 & Up)  |  $6.00

Active Military (with ID)  |  $6.00

Children (5–14)  |  $6.00

Children (under 5)  |  FREE

SNAP EBT Cardholders**
(and up to 3 guests)  |  FREE

Group Rates

School Groups  |  FREE

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Group Tours & Tour Buses  |  $75.00

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*The North American Bison Discovery Center is part of NARM a national and international community of museums that invites visitors to experience the arts during their travels through the benefit of reciprocal membership. Learn more about NARM.

**The North American Bison Discovery Center is a member of the Museums for All Museums for All program, initiated by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), providing free admission to families receiving food assistance benefits (SNAP EBT). Learn more about Museums for All.

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Founders Circle

 

Trailblazers Circle

Bisun Consulting

Dakota Territory Buffalo Association

First Community Credit Union

Jamestown Tourism

Knights of Columbus Jamestown

KSJB-KSJZ Chesterman Communications, Inc.

Mosquito Park Enterprises

Noisy Crow Bison LLC

Sanford Health

Service Master of Jamestown

Tractor Supply Company

Steward Level Members

Durham Ranch

Edward Gacek

Jennifer Graves

Kelly Longdon

Sarah Hellekson

Special Event Sponsors

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Contact Us

North American Bison Discovery Center
500 17th St SE
Jamestown, ND 58401

Phone: 701-252-8648
Toll-Free: 1-800-807-1511

[email protected]

Museum Hours

Regular Hours (March to Memorial Day, Labor Day through October)
Mon – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Summer Hours
(Memorial Day to Labor Day)
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily

Off Season Hours (November through February)
Tue – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Closed
Thanksgiving Day,
December 22, 2024 – January 1, 2025

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