Online Exhibits

Fargo, North Dakota, Its History and Images

This site was developed by Fargo native and NDSU alumnus John Caron and donated to the Institute for Regional Studies Archives in 2004. It contains over a thousand images devoted to the history and development of Fargo.

Kurke & Associates, 1915-1963: A Photographic Exhibit of William F. Kurke and his Fargo Architectural Firm

Kurke & Associates was the largest architecture firm in Fargo for several years. With its roots in Fargo dating from 1913, Kurke & Associates became one of the most influential architectural firms in Fargo, and perhaps in all of North Dakota. This photographic exhibit is a supplement to the online finding aid and information about the Kurke & Associates Collection.

Homecoming Through the Decades

North Dakota State University has changed a lot in 124 years, but our love of football remains the same. From 1894 to 2018, this online exhibit follows the trail of NDSU’s homecoming traditions through the years. This exhibit was a companion to The Rise of Thundar located in the Main Library.

Land in Her Own Name

Land is often known by the names of past owners. In North Dakota, "Emma's Land," Gina's Quarter," and "The Ingeborg Land" are reminders of the many women who homesteaded across the state. This powerful exhibit tells the story of some of the women who endured the hardships and enjoyed the accomplishments of homesteading in their own name.

Photographers of Fargo, North Dakota

Beginning with Fargo's first photographic studio in 1879, over a hundred photographers have practiced their trade in the city, helping to document the development of Fargo, its people, and the region. This site documents those photographers with biographical information, time period and location of their business in Fargo.

A Photographic Journey: The Life & Work of Leo Kim

Leo Kim's collection of photographs, negatives, slides, and records was generously donated to the NDSU Archives in 2019.  This online exhibit was created in 2021 by NDSU Department of Communication graduate student Noah Petters with assistance from NDSU Archives volunteer Mike Smith and NDSU Libraries staff members.

Appetite for Education: The Alba Bales House

This online exhibit is a companion to the display currently in the NDSU Main Library. It provides some background information about how the Alba Bales House came to be.

The Way It Was .. Depression Era Memories of Richard Bostwick

Courtesy the family of Richard Bostwick in Washington State, the Institute for Regional Studies is pleased to present his vivid reminiscences of life in Fargo during the 1920s and 1930s.