The Fort Museum and Frontier Village is a museum that is unique and touted as one of the best frontier era museums in the mid west. The museum grounds hold a Fort Stockade with barracks, parade grounds, and historic cabins The adjacent Frontier Village Lane and Cardiff Garden include historical buildings and cabin, and additional garden areas. The property also includes the popular event venue The Frontier Opera House.
These buildings house artifacts and memorabilia from the 1850's through 1950 to encompass one hundred years of history. Some of the buildings include: Livery and Veterinarian office, Blacksmith Shop, Jail House, Newspaper office, Pharmacy, General Store, Cabinet Shop, Land Office, the Border Plains Schoolhouse, Prairie Chapel, and Homesteader's cabin.
Some of the famous and well known figures from Fort Dodge include William Williams, founder of Fort Dodge, General Louis Armistead, US Civil War hero, US Senator John Duncombe, Bill Tilghman, famous Oklahoma Lawman and The Cardiff
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Fort Dodge and The Fort Museum and Frontier Village resides along the picturesque and lush Des Moines River Valley. It's roots date back to the late 1840's when the first explorers, trappers, settlers, and military ventured in to the wild frontier west. The Native American history that precedes it is one that is rich and noble. In the area of Webster County you will find many parks, campgrounds, lakes, and outdoor recreation opportunities. Fort Dodge has first class restaurants, shopping and hotels, including the Trading Post Gift Shop located at the Museum. RV's, trailers and buses are welcome to visit the museum as we have ample parking available. Call 515-573-4231 for more information and Museum hours..
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