Aber Days

Fort Abercrombie State Historic Site near Fargo is hosting free family-friendly activities in August to promote learning and fun for adults and children.

Aug. 2, Aber Days Encampment, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Experience the 5th Minnesota Infantry Company D Civil War encampment. Observe blacksmithing, sewing, spinning, and weaving demonstrations. Meet authors Candace Simar and Carrie Elhert Newman. Enjoy guided tours, explore the gallery, try on period clothing, and shop at the Museum Store.

Fort Abercrombie State Historic Site, managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota, is located at 935 Broadway N., Abercrombie. Summer hours are daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., with guided tours available. Admission is $8 for adults and $3 for youth. For more information or to arrange a group tour, contact Site Supervisor Lenny Krueger, 701.553.8513. Find additional upcoming educational programs sponsored by the State Historical Society at history.nd.gov/events or call 701.328.2666.