About Us
Leading research and display institution for the past and present history of the region.
Mission
We want to be a Historical Society that conserves historical artifacts and fossils, operates a regional museum, educates the public and preserves the history of the area through publishing, curatorship, research, and displays.
Staff
Jean Nudell| Museum Director
Dr. Emily M. B. Simpson| Paleontology Manager & Curator
Karen Paulson| Museum Assistant
Board of Directors
Dean Pearson| President
Kevin Bucholz| Vice President
Debbie Bucholz| Treasurer
Larry Njos| Secretary
Sara Kordovsky
Myron Olson
Marsha Ridl
Kevin Heinrich
Linda Clark
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Vision
We want to be a leading research and display institution for the past and present history of the region, and to provide educational, cultural, and research opportunities to those schools, individuals, and organizations, within the region and elsewhere.
Philosophy
Our philosophy is the identification, preservation, interpretation, and promotion of the region surrounding our Museum in southwestern North Dakota is socially, culturally, and economically valuable. The lessons of history provide direction to the future and contribute to quality of life, scholarship, partnerships and collaborations, and a better understanding and appreciation of our society and its diverse cultures.
Partnerships
We want to promote a cooperative working relationship with area schools, colleges, universities, museums, and institutions, thereby establishing a better understanding of the region through education and research. These partnerships provide a means whereby the Museum gains recognition for its programs on a local, State, regional, national and international level.