Fort Mandan Interactive History Alive Summer Programs
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Discover summer fun at Fort Mandan State Historic Site, Washburn. Enjoy free interactive learning programs for all ages. Learn new skills and create hands-on projects centered on the themes of survival in August, and agriculture and ecology in September. Programs are offered at 10 a.m., noon, and 2 p.m.
July 27-31, Edible Plants of the Expedition. Learn about some of the plants observed by the expedition in this area and how those plants are used today.
Aug 1-2, Navigating Nature. Take on the role of a member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition sent on a journey to document the landscape, plants, and animals of the area while learning the basics of navigation. You will be equipped with a clipboard, field journal, field map, compass, and pencils. Conclude your work by sending your findings to the president as the men of the expedition did before departing Fort Mandan.
Aug 3-7, Lost in Translation: The Interpreter’s Game. Learn how complicated communication was for the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Aug 8-9, Candle Making. Craft a keepsake to spark your love of history.
Aug 10-14, Lost in Translation: The Interpreter’s Game. Learn how complicated communication was for the Lewis and Clark Expedition.
Aug 15-16, Soapmaking. How did the expedition keep clean? Make soap to take on your adventures.
Aug 17-21, But Did You Survive? Let’s play a game of survival. As you embark on your journey of westward expansion, learn about the medicine of the expedition.
Aug 22-23, Flint & Steel Racing. Learn about the fire-starting process of using flint and steel. Once you have mastered the task of creating a spark, test your skills in a fire-starting race!
Aug 24-28, But Did You Survive? Let’s play a game of survival. As you embark on your journey of westward expansion, learn about the medicine of the expedition.
Aug 29-30, Ice Water Challenge. Being a fur trader puts you in extreme situations. How long can you last?
These programs are part of the ND250 commemoration celebrating our country’s 250th birthday.
For more information, contact Interpretive Coordinator Bethany Schatz, 701.462.8535 or [email protected]. The Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and Fort Mandan State Historic Site are managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Both locations are open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept. 30. Find additional upcoming programs of the State Historical Society at history.nd.gov/events.
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