North American Bison Discovery Center

North American Bison Discovery Center Telling the story of our national mammal. It is also home to the Buffalo Hall of Fame, honoring individuals who have worked to restore the species.
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The mission of the North American Bison Discovery Center, dba, National Buffalo Museum, is to advocate for the restoration of the North American bison through education and outreach. In addition to 7 galleries within the museum, the National Buffalo Museum, also maintains a live exhibit of a bison herd. The museum highlights the rancher's role in bison restoration, and in this way promotes the com

mercial bison industry. The National Buffalo Museum and bison herd are located at the Frontier Village, near the intersection of Highway 281 and Interstate 94 (exit 258). The museum also includes a museum store containing an amazing assortment of unique bison-themed items. We are nonprofit organization that derives operating funds from memberships, museum admission, museum store income, and charitable gaming. Individual contributions are especially important. We depend heavily on the generosity of donors to develop programs, exhibits, and maintain our facilities. Please visit the museum during your stay in Jamestown, and, if your circumstances permit, consider lending your support.

📚🦬 Back to school doesn’t mean the learning has to stay in the classroom!Make the North American Bison Discovery Center ...
09/05/2026

📚🦬 Back to school doesn’t mean the learning has to stay in the classroom!

Make the North American Bison Discovery Center part of your family’s fall adventures. Explore the history, culture and ecology of the American bison and discover just how important this incredible animal has been—and continues to be—to North America.

New school year. New things to discover!

Plan a visit and keep the learning going.

🎙️🦬 We’re on Spotify!The North American Bison Discovery Center now has a podcast—giving you another way to learn more ab...
09/03/2026

🎙️🦬 We’re on Spotify!

The North American Bison Discovery Center now has a podcast—giving you another way to learn more about bison, the people connected to them and the stories shaping their future.

In our latest episode, we sit down with Chad Bloom of the National Buffalo Foundation for a conversation you won’t want to miss.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ZPdGd45jk7YFH97Qdy428

Follow along, give it a listen and stay tuned for more conversations from the North American Bison Discovery Center!

🦬 Please join us in welcoming Ron Miskin to the North American Bison Discovery Center Board of Directors!Ron brings deca...
09/02/2026

🦬 Please join us in welcoming Ron Miskin to the North American Bison Discovery Center Board of Directors!

Ron brings decades of experience and a deep connection to the bison industry. His family has raised bison in North Texas since the 1980s, and today he is co-founder of The Buffalo Wool Co. and serves as Region 6 Director of the National Bison Association.

Ron and his wife, Theresa, have also played an important role in bison advocacy. Through their involvement with the Vote Bison Coalition, they helped gather more than 100,000 signatures in support of designating the American bison as the National Mammal of the United States—a designation that became official with the Bison Legacy Act in 2016.

Through his work in sustainable bison ranching, American-made bison fiber products, industry leadership and conservation advocacy, Ron brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to our organization.

We’re excited to welcome Ron to the board and look forward to the experience and perspective he will bring to the North American Bison Discovery Center!

🍂 As summer winds down, our hours are changing!Beginning after Labor Day, the North American Bison Discovery Center will...
08/31/2026

🍂 As summer winds down, our hours are changing!

Beginning after Labor Day, the North American Bison Discovery Center will transition to our fall schedule:

🦬 Monday–Saturday
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Be sure to plan your visit—we look forward to seeing you this fall!

🚌 Looking for a unique stop on your next group tour?The North American Bison Discovery Center offers an engaging experie...
08/28/2026

🚌 Looking for a unique stop on your next group tour?

The North American Bison Discovery Center offers an engaging experience for bus tours, clubs, senior groups, and community organizations. Discover interactive exhibits, learn the remarkable comeback story of the American bison, browse our gift shop, and even view our bison herds during your visit.

Plan your group's next adventure today!

https://bisoncenter.org/visit/group-visits/

🦬 Rut season has arrived!During the summer breeding season, bull bison naturally become more active and may display beha...
08/18/2026

🦬 Rut season has arrived!

During the summer breeding season, bull bison naturally become more active and may display behaviors like bellowing and sparring as they compete for mates.

These impressive displays are a reminder that bison are powerful wild animals. While visiting, always admire them from a safe distance and follow posted guidelines.

Stop by the North American Bison Discovery Center to learn more about these amazing animals and witness one of the most interesting times of the year!

📖 Did you know the North American Bison Discovery Center has a blog?From surprising bison facts to prairie ecology and c...
08/18/2026

📖 Did you know the North American Bison Discovery Center has a blog?

From surprising bison facts to prairie ecology and conservation stories, our blog is packed with fascinating articles that help bring the story of the American bison to life.

Our newest article answers a question you've probably asked before:
🦬🐦 Why Do Birds Follow Bison?

Check it out and discover something new today!

https://bisoncenter.org/learn/blog/

🍎 Teachers, we're bringing the learning to you!Did you know the North American Bison Discovery Center offers Traveling T...
08/14/2026

🍎 Teachers, we're bringing the learning to you!

Did you know the North American Bison Discovery Center offers Traveling Trunks filled with hands-on educational materials designed to bring the story of the American bison into your classroom?

It's an engaging way to connect students with bison history, biology, conservation, and culture—all without leaving school.

Learn more about reserving a Traveling Trunk for your classroom! https://bisoncenter.org/learn/traveling-trunk-exhibit/

☀️ Summer isn't over yet!Before backpacks come out and school begins, take one more family adventure at the North Americ...
08/12/2026

☀️ Summer isn't over yet!

Before backpacks come out and school begins, take one more family adventure at the North American Bison Discovery Center! Explore interactive exhibits, learn the incredible comeback story of America's National Mammal, and see our bison herds from the observation areas.

It's the perfect way to wrap up summer while creating memories together. 🦬

Plan your visit today at https://bisoncenter.org

🤔 Did you know?Summer marks the beginning of rut season for bison!During this annual breeding season, bulls become much ...
08/07/2026

🤔 Did you know?

Summer marks the beginning of rut season for bison!

During this annual breeding season, bulls become much more active as they establish dominance through displays of strength, vocalizations, and impressive behaviors that have been part of their natural history for thousands of years.

If you're visiting this summer, keep an eye out—you may witness some of these remarkable behaviors while learning more about North America's largest land mammal.

⚠️ Remember: Rutting bison can be more unpredictable during this time of year. Always observe from a safe distance, never approach the animals, and give them plenty of space to display their natural behaviors.

Every visit offers something new!

Address

500 17th Street SE
Jamestown, ND
58401

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

+17012528648

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