History of the Dakota Zoo

Schedule

Wed, 13 Aug, 2025 at 06:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Dakota Zoo | Bismarck, ND

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Jim Christianson, founding member of the Bismarck Historical Society and son of Dakota Zoo founders Marc & Betty Christianson, will share the history of the Dakota Zoo from its early days as the Christianson Farm to a well-established, family attraction in Bismarck, ND. Terry Lincoln, Executive Director of the Dakota Zoo will share his memories over the past four decades and offer some insights into the future of the Dakota Zoo as well.
Admission to the program is free.
Wednesday, August 13th at 630PM
Dakota Zoo – Discovery Center
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Where is it happening?

Dakota Zoo, Dakota Zoo, 602 Riverside Park Rd, Bismarck, ND 58504, United States

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Bismarck Historical Society

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