Things to Do in Minot this Weekend

Established in 1921, Roosevelt Park Zoo is North Dakota's oldest zoo, and it has 135 animals and 68 species. The zoo is open during the whole year, but winter hours are limited. Completed in 2023, new big cat habitats were constructed for lions, Amur tigers, and Amur leopards, respectively. The rare Amur Leopard is currently Critically Endangered, with only about 180 in captivity and less in the wild. The zoo also features a Children's Zoo, a Discovery Barn, and many more fascinating displays!

The Dakota Territory Air Museum honors the people, objects, and events that from the rich history of aviation in the state. The museum displays military and antique aircraft including World War 2 era planes and a replica of the Wright Flyer. Check their website for ticket prices.

Atypical is a brewery that specializes in barrel-aged sour ales such as their Gin and Spruce. It was founded by local residents. Atypical Brewery started serving samples of its brews to locals in 2018, but they started focusing on barrel-aged sour ales, craft beer, and other specialty drinks in 2019. They finally launched their taste room in 2019 within the historic Westland Gas Station on Central Avenue.

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing’s Western Currency facility is one of only two in the United States that prints money. (The other one is situated in Washington, D.C.). Take a free 45 minute guided tour – available on weekdays – and watch how money is printed as well as learning all about the history of American money and stories about the various money designs. The kids in particular will be interested in the various demonstration exhibits. There is also a turn of the century spider press and an engraver’s bench to see. Security is super efficient of course, but the facility’s staff is very friendly and happy to answer any questions.