Dickinson Museum Center
The magnificent Dickinson Museum Center is one of the must-see destinations for your day trips from the city, offering glimpses of local history and pre-history. It’s a 12-acre complex with four main sections housing themed exhibits: the Badlands Dinosaur Museum, Joachim Regional History Museum, the Pioneer Machinery Hall, and Prairie Outpost Park. The most famous one is the Badlands Dinosaur Museum, beloved for the life-sized dinosaur exhibits dominating the interiors.
While the displays emphasize the intimidating creatures, the museum also houses minerals, rocks, and other items related to natural history. Inside the Joachim Regional History Museum, you’ll find history exhibits and local artworks, including a Western art gallery and a dollhouse.
Pioneer Machinery Hall focuses on the agricultural heritage of Stark County, featuring farming implements and equipment used in the bygone eras. The Prairie Outpost Park is not a single building compared to others, composed of several structures that showcase life in Dickinson during its early days. So you’ll find a train depot, a church, a general store, and even European buildings in Dickinson Museum Center.
- Tripadvisor Rating: 4.5/5
- Admission: $6 Adults ⋅ $5 Seniors (65 and older) ⋅ $4 Children (3-16) · Free for Children 2 and under
- Opening Hours: Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sun 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Website: https://dickinsonmuseumcenter.com/
- Address: 188 Museum Dr E, Dickinson, ND 58601
