Jamestown

Jamestown is the administrative center of Stutsman County, located at an elevation of 429 meters (1,407 feet) near the intersection of Interstate 94 and Highway 281. The city developed as a railway junction point and serves today as a local hub with typical small-town infrastructure.

The city was founded in 1872 and received its county seat designation in 1873, following growth along the Northern Pacific Railway line. This early expansion was closely tied to the transportation and commerce that the railroad made possible.

The courthouse displays architectural choices from its era, with pressed metal interior walls that reflect local craftsmanship traditions. These surfaces were typical of buildings from that time and continue to shape how the place looks today.

The city sits conveniently at the intersection of two major roads and is easily accessible by car. Local government offices downtown are arranged in a walkable layout, making it simple to explore the town square and surroundings.

The courthouse holds North Dakota's largest collection of pressed metal surfaces, a detail many visitors overlook. These metallic interior walls represent a rare example of the craftsmanship technique used in this region during the late 1800s.

Location: Stutsman County

Inception: 1872

Elevation above the sea: 429 m

Shares border with: Buchanan

Website: https://jamestownnd.gov

GPS coordinates: 46.91056,-98.70844

Latest update: December 17, 2025 09:43