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pride ourselves in staging a meeting that will be remembered for
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North Dakota Night |
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Delegates
are coaxed into the western spirit by receiving a cowboy hat and
bandana upon arrival at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. Start
off with a tour of the Visitor Center, On-A-Slant Indian Village,
restored commissary, granary, barracks and the home of General
George Armstrong Custer. The exploration continues with a stop
at the 7th Cavalry block houses. Finish with a western-style pitchfork
steak fondue prepared at the triple shelter on the Heart River
or Cavalry Square. Entertainment is western-style with a
country band or North Dakota folk singer. |
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A "Stately" Reception |
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Kick
off your gathering with a gala reception held in the Memorial Hall
of the North Dakota State Capitol. Delegates can tour the House
and Senate chambers, the Roughrider Hall of Fame and the 18th floor
observation deck while enjoying refreshments and hors d'oeuvres.
A jazz group will set the mood and attendees can spill out onto
the "great veranda" and enjoy our clean North Dakota
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Frontier Army Stampede Dinner |
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Get
ready to take a trip back into the 1800's as you step onboard the
Fort Lincoln Trolley. The trolley ride takes you along the scenic
banks of the Heart and Missouri rivers and across a trestle end
bridge to historic Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park. At Fort
Lincoln, browse around in the commissary storehouse and watch the
infantry or the Seventh Cavalry perform military drills. Visit
with the men as you wander through Calvary Square viewing their
equipment. Then, sit down to an authentic North Dakota meal, such
as a buffalo pit barbecue. Transportation back to the Port of Bismarck
is provided by the Lewis and Clark Riverboat. |
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Living History |
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The
1800's come alive with one the many living history groups available.
Whether it is tea with Libby Custer, an 1800's style show, the
Old Scout's drill or the 17th Infantry encampment, your group will
enjoy seeing history relived at Fort Lincoln, the former Historic
Governor's Mansion, or your headquarter hotel. |
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Add A Historical Twist |
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Let
the North Dakota Heritage Center set the stage for your lunch or
reception. The state museum was designed by the Smithsonian Institute
and houses the largest collection of plains Indian artifacts in
the world. The mezzanine is perfect for small continental breakfast
or reception. The lawn provides a relaxed picnic setting for a
summer lunch and the auditorium is an ideal setting for your awards
presentation or opening ceremony. |
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Summer Culture At
Sleepy Hollow |
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For
unique outdoor entertainment, take your group to the Sleepy Hollow
Performing Arts Park. Summer performances vary and include the
Bismarck-Mandan Symphony "Pops on the Prairie" series
and a featured summer play. Add a gourmet boxed lunch along with
a fireworks finale, and delegates will have a night to remember. |
