State Historical Society of North Dakota
03/31/2026 | Press release | Archived content
Press Conference: Major announcement regarding Military Gallery
March 31, 2026
Who: U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND)
Dale Lennon, State Historical Society Foundation director
Bill Peterson, State Historical Society of North Dakota director
What: A major announcement regarding the Military Gallery
Date: Tuesday, March 31
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Where: North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum
Russell Reid Auditorium
612 E Boulevard Ave.
Bismarck
Background:
The press conference will feature a significant announcement regarding a Minuteman III missile loan from the National Museum of the United States Air Force.
Lennon will discuss the four-week Military Gallery Caravan, a statewide outreach tour making 48 stops designed to build awareness of the new gallery.
Peterson will share updates on the Military Gallery's ongoing construction and highlight large-scale artifacts, including a helicopter, drone, and bridge boat.
Media will have the opportunity to view newly acquired collection items, including a Stinger missile, Browning automatic rifle, and M1 Garand.
Additional Information:
Minuteman III ICBM to Be Exhibited at North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum
Military Gallery Website
Military Gallery Caravan
Military Gallery Construction Begins
Military Gallery Groundbreaking
Gallery Renderings
Cold War Exhibit
Catwalk with Missile
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CONTACT
Kara Haff, Public Information Officer
[email protected]
701.328.3547
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