Holiday Activities Featured at Former Governors' Mansion State Historic Site

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Former Governors’ Mansion State Historic Site in Bismarck will host its free annual Holiday Open House Sunday, Nov. 26, and Sunday, Dec. 3, 1 to 4 p.m. each day. Visit with Santa, craft holiday ornaments, enjoy refreshments, and take a self-guided tour of the mansion, which will be decorated for the holiday season. 

On Saturday, Dec. 9, 2 to 4 p.m., visitors are invited to help decorate the Christmas tree with hand-crafted ornaments. Craft items will be available to make a variety of ornaments and tree trimmings.

Events are free and cookies and hot cider will be served. All ages are welcome.

The Former Governors’ Mansion, located at the corner of Fourth Street and Avenue B in Bismarck, is managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Admission is free. The mansion is currently open on the second Friday and Saturday of each month from 1 to 5 p.m. To make an appointment outside of regular hours, phone 701.328.9528 or email [email protected]. Find information about upcoming programs of the State Historical Society at history.nd.gov/events.