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Camp Hancock State Historic Site
Camp Hancock State Historic Site
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Before there was Bismarck, there was Camp Hancock. Built in 1872 as a bustling military supply post, it became a national weather station in 1894. Camp Hancock is home to the oldest building in Bismarck, as well as an 1881 church and a locomotive from the glory days of steam transportation. The building houses interpretive exhibits and artifacts. The grounds are open daily, but buildings are currently closed. Tours by appointment only. Tours by appointment only.
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Tamara S
Richmond, KY410 contributions
Sept 2023 • Couples
It was closed but walking around outside was just as educational and interesting. They’ve done an excellent job of posting information about that site and you can download an oral narrative too.
I’m glad we stopped and it was worth the 30 minutes to an hour it took to read and listen to its history.
I’m glad we stopped and it was worth the 30 minutes to an hour it took to read and listen to its history.
Written September 13, 2023
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Nicole B
Porto Alegre, RS980 contributions
Jul 2021
It's only open fully on weekend afternoons, but the grounds are always open and free. Gorgeous recreated church, a train engine from 1909 in spectacular shape. Most of the old fort is gone, only the HQ and later signal station remains.
Written July 8, 2021
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atlee2
Oacoma, SD49 contributions
I was a nice visit to the begining of Bismarck with the church and a little museum. I was free to visit and there was a guide when we were there.
Written July 11, 2012
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Dogpilot
Austin, TX717 contributions
Aug 2016 • Solo
It's free admission and interesting history. There is a volunteer who seems to know a lot the area and is very friendly and helpful with answering your questions.
Written August 13, 2016
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RoapTripper3081
USA417 contributions
Aug 2012 • Family
Pros: Interesting history of the first settlement in the Bismarck area, with plenty of weather history as the site was used by the National Weather Service for around 45 years.
Cons: Small, musty, and not run by anyone. Just walk in and read the signs. Only takes about 15-20 minutes to go through.
Cons: Small, musty, and not run by anyone. Just walk in and read the signs. Only takes about 15-20 minutes to go through.
Written August 24, 2012
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Caroline
7 contributions
Jun 2017 • Business
Very interesting tours of Indian village, a house that Mustard lived, barracks that they used at the time. Both tours $7 great value!
Written June 17, 2017
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Jessica W
Houston, TX225 contributions
Feb 2017 • Family
There really isn't much to review on this. Its a great little spot in the middle of town. If you are really into historic sites then stop by here!
Written May 31, 2017
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BlueDevilOKC
Oklahoma City, OK824 contributions
The most fascinating aspect of this site is the outside map showing all of the buildings that no longer sit on the site. The site could certainly benefit from additional effort to explain these buildings and their purposes, perhaps through a short trail across the grounds with explanatory placards. The remaining buildings are interesting, particularly the church, but that does not raise it above average as a site to visit, particularly if you have children in tow.
Written May 18, 2014
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Pegasus7755
Henderson, NV211 contributions
Jul 2013 • Couples
Enjoyed the do-it-yourself, free tour reading the placards. History abounded in the early settlement of Bismarck: the Northern Pacific Locomotive #2164, the Weather Station and the first non-Catholic church. A free museum inside the weather station.
Written July 9, 2013
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63impala
Stoneham, MA1,428 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
The park is small BUT it is well worth the stop to check it out. Parking is easily had on the street and you can walk right in and see the church, locomotive and may little kiosks that tell the history of the park.
Written May 26, 2024
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