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Step back in time in Garrison, ND! Discover local museums and historical sites that showcase the rich heritage and captivating stories of the area. Explore, learn, and experience Garrison’s unique history!

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Custer Mine Interpretive Site

Intersection of Highway 37 & Highway 83
The Custer Mine Interpretive Site is a parcel of land that showcases a piece of Garrison's early coal mining history. Formerly the Truax-Taer Mine, the site was established in 1989 as part of North Dakota's Centennial celebration. The site includes signage explaining the history of the area and a scenic overlook. A pond is also nearby for fishing.

Fort Stevenson Guardhouse Interpretive Center

Open Daily Memorial Day-Labor Day. Off-season by appointment or during the Dickens Village Festival.

Heritage Park & Museum

1st Ave NW
701-721-1867
Preserving the history of Garrison and the surrounding area, the 1905 train depot serves as a museum for period items. The park also features a country school, country church, telephone office, two fully furnished homestead houses, and a log cabin.

North Dakota Firefighters' Museum & Fallen Firefighters' Memorial

Preserving and presenting the storied histories, rich traditions, and heritage of firefighting, firefighters, and the fire service within this great state.

North Dakota Fishing Hall of Fame

4034 Hwy 37 Bypass
701-463-2628
Public display of Hall of Fame members and historical or significant artifacts of sport fishing in North Dakota.

Queen Elizabus & Christmas Capitol of North Dakota

Garrison is home of the Authentic Queen Elizabus Double Decker English Bus. Take a ride on the Queen at our annual Dickens Village Festival. Garrison earned the title "Christmas Capitol of North Dakota" because of the highly popular annual Dickens Village Festival.

Talking Trail

Self guided tour of Garrison and the surrounding areas.
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