North American Bison Discovery Center – To advocate for the restoration of the North American bison through education and outreach.

North American Bison

Discovery Center

WELCOME TO THE

Formerly the National Buffalo Museum

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.”

Become a Member Today!

Make a Contribution

Watch

The American Bison, Then and Now.

Learn

Bison or Buffalo?

Tour

The North American Bison Discovery Center

Discover

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.

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

Schedule a Visit

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.