On Wednesday, May 14th, Bismarck will turn 142 years old. In honor of the occasion, the Bismarck Historical Society, along with the State Historical Society of North Dakota, will throw a party to which you are invited! Reservations are not required and there will be no admission charge. There will, however, be lots of those time honored birthday party staples: fun. entertainment, ice cream and cake.
Among the features of the celebration will be an opening flag ceremony presented by Bismarck Boy Scout Troop 11, a musical welcome by kindergarten students from the Robert P. Miller elementary school, additional music by the renown Bismarck-Mandan Elks Chorus, and featured entertainment by the sensational Jamaican Me Crazy Steel Drum Band. There will also be a brief dedication of a live tree to honor the memory of Frank Vyzralek, well known local historian who passed away in February. There will also be activities for children and ample opportunities for greeting and visiting friends, as well as that free cake and ice cream.
The event will be held at the Camp Hancock State Historic, 101 East Main Avenue, starting at 6:30 P.M. on May 14th. Be sure to bring chairs or blankets and plan to enjoy an evening fun and entertainment.
In case of inclement weather, the celebration will be moved to the State Capitol grounds and held in the Missouri River Special Events Center at the North Dakota Heritage Center, west entrance.