North Dakota Former Governors' Mansion
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North Dakota Former Governors' Mansion is located at: 320 East Avenue B The site consists of a large two and one-half story,
restored Victorian mansion and a carriage house. Constructed in 1884, it housed
21 chief executives between 1893 and 1960. Unique room exhibits feature the
restoration process, architectural style changes, and furniture used by several
governors. The site is open from May 16 through September
15, Wednesday through Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. (CST). Video and first floor
ADA accessible. Limited facilities. No admission fee. Information: State
Historical Society of North Dakota, 612 E. Boulevard Ave., Bismarck ND 58505.
Telephone: (701) 328-3015 or (701) 328-2672. This house was the North Dakota governors' residence from 1893 to 1960. It was built in 1884 as a private
residence by Asa Fisher. At various times he was a wholesale liquor dealer,
register of the Bismarck Land Office, and president of the First National
Bank. He sold this house to the state for $5,000 in 1893. In 1975 the State Historical Society of
North Dakota was given the house with the hope that it would operate as a
historic house museum. Extensive research and restoration has been
completed, restoring the house to its former appearance as it might have
been in 1893. Throughout the house are restoration features which are
highlighted to show visitors what work has been done. These features include
samples of wallpaper that have been exposed to indicate changes in style and
taste.
Information and images provided by the State Historical Society of North Dakota
Bismarck, ND 58505
Voice: 701-328-3015
Website: www.state.nd.us/hist/fgm/fgm.htm
E-mail:
jmosset@state.nd.us
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