Grand Forks is a great city located in the state of North Dakota, more exactly in Grand Forks County, being the county seat at the same time. The history of Grand Forks began in 1870, when the city was founded. Soon after, Grand Forks became incorporated, in 1881. Nevertheless, Grand Forks knew a thorough development ever since, especially due to agriculture. Now, Grand Forks has a population of 52.838 people, according to the 2010 census, making it the third largest city in the state. The motto of Grand Forks is "A Place of Excellence", so it is obvious that you should not miss seeing it. Also, Grand Forks has three nicknames: "The Grand Cities", "The Forks" and "The Sunflake City".
Top Attractions within Grand Forks
The Alerus Center is one of the major venues in Grand Forks. This indoor arena was founded in 1998 and it soon became a convention center. With a capacity up to 21.000 seats, Grand Forks is the place where most events of Grand Forks are being held, including concerts, theater plays, football games and basketball competitions.
Ralph Engelstad Arena resembles the previously mentioned one, in the sense that it is an indoor venue keen on sports. The difference is that this arena mainly hosts hockey games. You can visit this arena if you find yourself in the campus of the University of North Dakota.
The North Dakota Museum of Art is the best place to learn about the history, civilization and culture of the area. This wonderful cultural institution offers numerous exhibits, including the popular 'The Plains of Sweet Regret'.
The Grand Forks Park District is the complex you need to visit if you want to spend a lovely day in the outdoors. There are several parks included in the district, such as Bringewatt Park, Cox Park, Optimist Park, Kelly Park, Lion's Park, Lake Agassiz Park, Riverside Park or University Park. The district thus offers recreational possibilities for all ages and budgets.
