Follow the river graphic in the sidewalk inside to discover 100 million years of the region's history. See fossils from a time before glacial Lake Agassiz as well as stone and bone tools of the first peoples. Examine the
Red River of the North oxcart and other objects related to Pembina's fur trade industry. Investigate the history of frontier military forts and the U.S. and Canadian border survey.
Learn about the diverse peoples who call Pembina home, including native Indian peoples and Euro-American settlers. Find out about agriculture and transportation networks that continue to play a role in the economics of the Pembina region today.
The 1,000-square-foot gallery hosts changing exhibits that highlight specific topics in the state's history, featuring the diverse collections of the State Historical Society of North Dakota.