Former North Dakota Executive Mansion

The Former North Dakota Executive Mansion is an 1893 residence in Bismarck featuring Victorian design elements, built as a two-story wooden structure with ornate interior woodwork throughout its rooms. The building stands at 320 Avenue B East and displays typical construction techniques and design details from the late 1800s.

Built in 1893 for businessman Asa Fisher, the house served as the official residence for governors of the state for about seven decades. The state government's move to a new executive mansion in 1960 marked the end of its original purpose.

The house shows how wealthy families lived around 1900, with its detailed woodwork and spacious rooms reflecting the prosperity of the era. Visitors can observe how architectural choices and furnishings expressed status and importance.

The house is open to the public and maintained by the State Historical Society of North Dakota, which offers guided tours through the restored rooms. Visitors can walk through different areas to see the original interior details and furnishings.

After its years as the governor's residence, the building was repurposed by the State Health Department, showing how structures adapt to new needs over time. This second chapter from 1961 to 1975 reveals how important buildings often find new roles in public service.

Location: North Dakota

GPS coordinates: 46.81111,-100.78611

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:43