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State Capitol

building, Bismarck, North Dakota, United States

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The State Capitol building is located in Bismarck, the capital city of North Dakota. Bismarck is situated in the south-central part of the state on the western bank of the Missouri River.12

The current state capitol building, a 19-story skyscraper, was occupied in 1935. It is surrounded by the governor's mansion and the North Dakota Heritage Center, which is a historical museum. Bismarck also serves as a hub for business, trade, transportation, education, and healthcare in the region. Its economy is significantly influenced by oil, gas, and coal production, alongside government services, insurance, dairy processing, and the manufacturing of farm and construction equipment.2

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  1. North Dakota: Country Facts
  2. Bismarck

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