Buffalo Trails Museum

05/28/2026

Let's talk about the Grand Marshal for the 60th Buffalo Trail Day parade.....drum roll please! The previous ladies that were BTD Queens! A new one or two will be featured weekly until the big event. Stay tuned for more!

05/21/2026

Another one our locals, stop in for a cup. Paula Engel Bergstrom

🫖 Happy International Tea Day! What's in your cup on this semi-chilly spring day?

☕️ I got a sample of Root Beer Black from Plum Deluxe, which I have not tried before. As a hot latte? Not a big fan. But I used the rest of the sample to make an iced tea and wow! 🍻 It will be a great option for those looking for the root beer taste without all the sugar of a can of pop. It is seasonal, available through August but I have some in my cart for the order going in tomorrow.

❓️what other summertime flavors are you all looking for before I hit Place Order? Cherry Limeade and Watermelon Mint are waiting in the wings too. 🍉 🌱Watermelon Mint is one of the interesting teas that taste different if you cold brew vs make it hot and then ice it down! The melon flavor shines through if iced and the mint takes over cold brewed

(And that is my current read, I was hoping to sneak a chapter in today since it's getting really good but that'll have to wait until tonight)

05/21/2026

Congrats to one of our own, Della Turcotte! Bruce-Della Turcotte

05/21/2026

Sarah Baker is one of our board members and she is much appreciated by the BTM board. Congrats Sarah!

05/14/2026

New items for purchase this summer!

05/12/2026

05/07/2026

Mark the date on your calendar, the band for Saturday night.

04/17/2026

Join us for the 60th Annual Buffalo Trail Days in Epping, ND on July 11th & 12th!
Saturday Highlights: Vendors • Co****le • Bingo • Dunk Tank • Dance • Fireworks at dark
Sunday Highlights: Basketball Tournament • Church Services • Vendors • Food • Parade • Jump ‘n Fun • Car Show
This year, we’re proud to feature a special display of paintings and art created by Elmer Halverson during his years as the museum’s caretaker.
The museum itself has a rich history—it began in 1965 over a simple cup of coffee at the Epping Cafe, when Pastor Duane Lindberg, Elmer Halverson, and Charlie Alexander envisioned preserving the stories of local pioneers. What started with three rundown buildings on Main Street has grown into a powerful tribute to the sacrifice and resilience of prairie settlers.
🗓 Museum Hours: May 29th – August 30th
📍 Open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays
For more information, call 701-570-7899.
Come celebrate community, history, and tradition with us!

04/15/2026

This is a picture of Mildred and Glenn Uggen, the two oldest children of Martin Uggen and Inez (Peterson) Uggen. The picture was taken by a photographer in Williston, ND named Pasonault. Mildred was born on June 24, 1908, and Glenn was born on December 26, 1909. Both were born in Epping. The picture was taken in 1913.