Special Event
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site
Hands-On Workshop: Parfleche for Beginners
Registration Required
Cultural/Craft Demonstration
Repeating Event
Date(s)
Feb 21, 2026
National Historic Site
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site
Earthlodge people hunted bison and other game, but were in essence farmers living in villages along the Missouri and its tributaries. The site was a major Native American trade center for hundreds of years prior to becoming an important market place for fur traders after 1750.
Park Photos
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Summer view of Earthlodge
Credit: NPS photo
Activities
Arts and Culture
Craft Demonstrations
Cultural Demonstrations
Live Music
Guided Tours
Self-Guided Tours - Walking
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Arts and Crafts
Junior Ranger Program
Museum Exhibits
Bookstore and Park Store
Compass and GPS
Geocaching
Picnicking
Hiking
Wildlife Watching
Birdwatching
Park Film
Fishing
Freshwater Fishing
Food
Shopping
Operating Hours
Knife River Indian Villages National Historic Site is open from sunrise to sunset, every day of the year. Even when visitor center is closed, the park itself remains open.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Friday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Monday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Sunday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Saturday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Thursday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00AM - 5:00PM |
Weather info
Summers are warm and sunny with temperatures occasionally reaching 100 degrees F and frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Winters are invigorating, with extremely cold temperatures as low as -35 degrees F. High winds and sunny skies are common in winter. Snow is sporadic in the relatively dry climate, but blizzards are common.Events
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