It doesn’t matter what your actual ancestry is – this park in North Dakota should be a must-visit at least once for everyone who lives here. The Scandinavian Heritage Park offers a beautiful look into the history of what many people in this state call their heritage, and also into each Scandinavian country, their history, and the beautiful architecture and crafts they make. This is a great stop for anyone of all ages and well worth a visit, and here’s why:
The park is located in a peaceful setting in Minot where you can take a pleasant stroll around the grounds to see everything there.
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The main attraction is the Stave Church, beautifully designed after a similar church in Norway that is hundreds of years old.
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To show more of Scandinavian history, statues of famous people originating from Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Iceland are located along the walk.
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Another favorite spot is the giant Dala Horse, based off of similarly shaped and painted horse figurines that Sweden is famous for making.
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Along your walk, you will see other pieces of architecture and heritage, such as a map of the Scandinavian countries made from stone tiles, and this charming windmill.
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You can also go inside some of the buildings, including the church and this interesting house that is noted for its grassy roof and stunning details.
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The interior further shows what the interior of a historic Scandinavian house would have looked like on the inside, from bedroom to kitchen.
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This can be a quick walk through or a lengthy visit to examine everything closely and learn a few things. Either way – it’s free for everyone!
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While it is one of North Dakota’s most well known attractions, I know a lot of people have yet to visit, so it should be a top destination for those who haven’t had a chance to go yet. There is a lot more to see and seeing it in person is the best way!
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