Immerse yourself in the history and culture

Join Us at the beating heart of the North Dakota Prairie.

Discover Fort Seward, the site of an army outpost in operation from 1872 to 1877. Stroll through the historic halls of the first seat of government in North Dakota Territory. Or take the self guided talking trail and hear about the influences and stories behind what Jamestown is today.

History Lives Here

Jamestown’s story is woven into the fabric of North Dakota’s past—from frontier forts and pioneer homesteads to grand courthouses and railroad history. Walk the same ground as early settlers, soldiers, and storytellers. Whether you're visiting the 1883 Courthouse, exploring Fort Seward, or following the footsteps of Louis L’Amour, history is still alive in Jamestown.

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