Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Hettinger County Historical Society

    5.0 (2 reviews)
    Mon 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Tue 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Hettinger County Historical Society Photos

    More like Hettinger County Historical Society

    Recommended Reviews - Hettinger County Historical Society

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    9 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Ray P.
    0
    63
    7

    11 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Verify this business for free

    Get access to customer & competitor insights.

    Verify this business

    North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame - Bad-a**

    North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame

    4.0(2 reviews)
    57.3 mi

    I have to begin with the fact that I haven't had much experience with the cowboy culture and…read morerodeos, but visiting the museum was a great thing to do and I enjoyed it. It's a small-ish local museum so it won't take much time. You'll find artifacts dedicated to both cowboys and Native Americans which is great. I've learned a lot after my visit and it was worth the time and money. Lots of beautiful items being exhibited and you probably won't see such a big collection of artsy saddles anywhere! I'd recommend stopping here while you're visiting Theodore Roosevelt National park and the town of Medora.

    Excellent smaller museum combining both the history of Native Americans and cowboys located just a…read morefew yards away from the entrance to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in the adorable town of Medora. This self-guided museum was the perfect place to stop before our journey into the actual park, and I really think it should be on your itinerary when in the area if it isn't already. It won't take a ton of time, maybe an hour or so to complete the three levels, but it's really worth it! The museum has a minimal fee for adults, free entrance for kiddos 7 and under, and free entrance for those 18 and under on Wednesdays and Sundays. Don't miss the short, but really informative documentary about the land here which was very interesting to see prior to heading out into it. The film speaks about Theodore Roosevelt's connection to the area and the battles which have taken place here. They even have saddle seats in the theater the kiddos loved! The kiddos ages 6 & 8 also loved riding the horses and dressing up like cowgirls! I loved tying them up in a lasso for a bit! Don't miss this section of you have wee ones with you! I really liked that this museum combines both Native American history and well as that of the cowboys. I loved the contrast of old and modern found in the exhibits here. There's amazing artifacts from the Native Americans such as moccasins, instruments, intricate beaded clothing, bear claw accessories, moccasins, arrowheads and more. There's also amazing detailed saddles, bad-a** guns, awards and metals from new rodeo stars, hats, belt buckles and more. We highly recommend a visit here for full understating and appreciation of the park. A few cool photo op items across the way like a giant buffalo skull the kids love playing in!

    Photos
    North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame - Kiddos LOVED the dress up section and ridding the toy horses!

    Kiddos LOVED the dress up section and ridding the toy horses!

    North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame
    North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame - Saddles as seats in the movie theater! Don't miss the informative film!

    See all

    Saddles as seats in the movie theater! Don't miss the informative film!

    Hettinger County Historical Society - museums - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...