Merci Train - North Dakota


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North Dakota Boxcar after repainting Refurbished Merci Boxcar under new shelter designed to replicate WW2 era French train station, rededicated on November 15, 2005. John L. Jacobsen photo. North Dakota dedication for the restored Merci Boxcar North Dakota dedication for the restored Merci Boxcar


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Location: - See Note [1] Below
North Dakota Heritage Center
612 East Blvd.
Bismarck, ND 58005

Contact:
North Dakota Heritage Society, Merl Paaverud - 701-328-2666

Artifacts:
There is an extensive collection of North Dakota's Merci gifts at The Heritage Center.

Website: French Gratitude Train


Note 1: The car is not easily found. You may find the following directions helpful.
  1. Enter the park from East Blvd.
  2. The car is located behind the first building on the right.
  3. Park on the side of the road and walk down to the car.

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North Dakota Boxcar prior to repainting
Prior to repainting, Merci Boxcar at old outdoor display site.


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