The North Dakota office of Kraus-Anderson (KA) has begun construction on a $78 million Military Gallery at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum on the Capitol grounds in Bismarck, North Dakota. The idea of creating a museum experience to honor active military personnel and veterans has been discussed for decades.
The North Dakota National Guard and the State Historical Society of North Dakota and their respective foundations are partnering on concept and design of this gallery. State government teams and representatives from military branches, tribal nations, private business, veterans’ organizations, and additional public and private entities are helping to shape the content.
The Military Gallery will connect to the ND Heritage Center & State Museum on its south side. Using the natural topography of the hillside, the gallery will offer two floors of immersive exhibits and engaging experiences that tell stories of the state’s military history from early Native American practices before statehood to today.
Designed by Zerr Berg Architects and BWBR Architects, the 67,000-square-foot project features a 20-000-square-foot military gallery plus ample space for large events, a North Dakota National Guard Regimental Room, expanded food service, and an outdoor courtyard and amphitheater.
Gov. Kelly Armstrong said the new gallery “will educate the public about the military’s role around the world and actions of North Dakotans in service.” He added, “it will inspire future generations to understand the importance of military service and how it has helped shape the greatest nation in the history of the world.”
Construction is expected to be completed in the fall of 2027.
