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{{Infobox settlement | |||
| name = Bismarck | |||
| official_name = City of Bismarck | |||
| settlement_type = Capital city | |||
| image_skyline = | |||
| image_caption = Downtown Bismarck | |||
| subdivision_name1 = North Dakota | |||
| subdivision_name = United States | |||
| established_date = 1872 | |||
| population_total = 75,000 | |||
| area_total_km2 = 90 | |||
| timezone = Central (CST/CDT) | |||
| postal_code = 58501–58507 | |||
| area_code = 701 | |||
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'''Bismarck''' is the capital of [[North Dakota]] and a key administrative and cultural center in the Upper Midwest. Located along the Missouri River, the city is known for its frontier history, natural beauty, and role in state governance. | '''Bismarck''' is the capital of [[North Dakota]] and a key administrative and cultural center in the Upper Midwest. Located along the Missouri River, the city is known for its frontier history, natural beauty, and role in state governance. | ||
Latest revision as of 21:00, 6 June 2025
| Official name | City of Bismarck |
| Type | Capital city |
| Downtown Bismarck | |
| State | North Dakota |
| Country | United States |
| Established | 1872 |
| Population | 75,000 |
| Area (km²) | 90 |
| Time zone | Central (CST/CDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | 58501–58507 |
| Area code(s) | 701 |
Bismarck is the capital of North Dakota and a key administrative and cultural center in the Upper Midwest. Located along the Missouri River, the city is known for its frontier history, natural beauty, and role in state governance.
Overview
- Population: ~75,000 (over 135,000 in the metro area)
- Founded: 1872 as a Northern Pacific Railway hub
- Geography: Located in south-central North Dakota along the Missouri River
Landmarks and Attractions
- North Dakota State Capitol – a 21-story Art Deco tower
- North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum
- Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park and On-A-Slant Mandan Indian Village
- Dakota Zoo and Sertoma Park
- Lewis and Clark Riverboat
Economy
Bismarck’s economy is built around:
- State government and public administration
- Healthcare and education
- Energy – including coal, oil, and wind power
- Agriculture and transportation
Culture and Lifestyle
- Mix of Midwestern hospitality and Western frontier heritage
- Strong Native American presence, especially Mandan, Hidatsa, and Arikara
- Local events include street fairs, rodeos, and heritage festivals
- Popular for fishing, biking, hunting, and boating
Education and Institutions
- Bismarck State College (BSC)
- University of Mary – private Catholic university
- Tribal colleges and strong K-12 public school system
Transportation
- Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS)
- Amtrak and freight rail access
- Major highways include I-94 and US-83
Fun Facts
- Named after Otto von Bismarck, the first chancellor of the German Empire
- The tallest building in North Dakota is the State Capitol in Bismarck
- The Missouri River provides scenic recreation and historical significance