Live Iowa History at the Fort Museum & Frontier Village
Experience the Fort Museum and Frontier Village, a replica town that offers an insider look at 19th Century life during the founding of Fort Dodge. Located a ten-minute drive from the hotel, the Fort Museum houses thousands of historical and military artifacts, including Native American and pioneer items, while the Frontier Village and its 18 original and replica buildings allow for a first-hand look at 1850s Fort Dodge. Take a guided tour of the village to learn about the city's legendary history and founding as a military lookout or walk around to see log cabins, schools, and jails of the time up close.Prices
Adults: $10 Students & Military: $7 Children (6-17 years old): $5 Children age 5 and under: Free
Hours
Monday - Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Events
- General Tours
- Dragoon Tours
- Frontier Life Tours
Replica Buildings
- Trading Post Gift Shop
- Schoolhouse
- General Store
- Jail
- Pharmacy
- Church