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About North Dakota
Student Information
| Population |
| State Population |
642,200 |
| Largest Cities |
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| Fargo |
90,599 |
| Bismarck |
55,532 |
| Grand Forks |
49,321 |
| Minot |
36,567 |
| Mandan |
16,718 |
| Dickinson |
16,010 |
| Jamestown |
15,527 |
| West Fargo |
14,940 |
Greetings!
Thanks for your interest in North Dakota. People everywhere are starting to notice what this great state has to offer, like a rich history, a vibrant present and a bright future. We're glad that you have chosen our state for your school project. Here are some quick facts about North Dakota.
- North Dakota is bordered by three states - South Dakota, Minnesota and Montana; and two Canadian provinces - Manitoba and Saskatchewan.
- Lewis and Clark spent the winter of 1804-1805 at Fort Mandan near Washburn. That is where they met Sakakawea, who helped guide them to the Pacific Ocean.
- Theodore Roosevelt National Park is named for the 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt, who had two ranches in the North Dakota Badlands.
- Sitting Bull, a Hunkpapa Lakota Sioux chief, spent much of his life in North Dakota and, until his remains were moved in 1953, was buried near Fort Yates.
- General George Custer and the 7th Cavalry were sent to the Plains and stationed at Fort Abraham Lincoln, just south of Mandan, in 1873.
- International Peace Garden is located on the U.S. and Canadian borders of North Dakota and Manitoba as a symbol of friendship.
- Explore North Dakota's history at the two state museums, the Heritage Center in Bismarck and the Pembina State Museum in Pembina.
- North Dakota is home to more wildlife refuges than any other state, and is a natural outdoor playground for hiking, biking, canoeing, camping, sailing, skiing, golfing, wildlife viewing and horseback riding.
Governor John Hoeven and the friendly citizens of North Dakota hope you enjoy this information. Good luck on your project and please call our office at 800-435-5663 for North Dakota travel information.
You can also click here to test your North Dakota knowledge.
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