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Frances Leach Arts & Science Camp!
Frances Leach Arts & Science Camp is a week-long series of classes in art, music, science and theatre for kids entering grades K-6!
August 9-13, 2010
8:30 am - 5:00 pm
The day is filled with exciting one-hour classes that meet daily, Monday thru Friday. You may register for individual classes, a half-day schedule (4 classes in the morning or afternoon) or a full-day schedule (8 classes).
Classes include:
- Super science classes by Gateway to Science
- Amazing art classes by Theo Art School
- Marvelous music classes by Central Dakota Children's Choir
- Terrific theatre classes by Shade Tree Players
Click here to view classes and to register!
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Legal Professionals Talent Night!
The second annual Professional/Amateur Talent Night, original scheduled on September 12, has been postponed. We anticipate that it will be rescheduled at a later date. Check back on this website for further details.
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Lincoln Life Lessons wins National Award!
Lincoln Life Lessons was celebrated at High Prairie in honor of the Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial February 9-12, 2009! In June, 2009, the HISTORY Channel awarded the program second in the nation for educational enrichment. High Prairie is honored to receive national recognition for the arts and science collaborative program that so many supported, and in which so many participated.
One thousand participants enjoyed hands on arts and science events that commemorated our 16th President's impact on North Dakota and each of us. Explore here to see how elementary field trips, teen art and writing contests, an amazing presenter and public programs highlighted the occasion with flair!
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High Prairie Awarded
The Frances Leach High Prairie Arts & Science Complex recently received the Arts & Humanities Award from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Midwest Regional Council at their annual gathering in Cody, Wyoming.
This regional award is given to honor commitment to and the promotion of arts and humanities. It follows the "Golden Egg Award" that was awarded to the Bismarck Parks & Recreation District by the North Dakota Recreation and Park Association. As stated in the receipt of that award, "Bismarck Parks & Recreation District demonstrated innovative partnerships and programming within their community."
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Finding High Prairie
The Frances Leach High Prairie Arts & Science Complex is located at 1810 Schafer Street, Bismarck, North Dakota. Just off I-94, Exit 157, north of Bismarck State College. Here's a larger map for your reference.
Please Note: High Prairie is NOT located in the Jack Science Center building on the campus of Bismarck State College, but is north of the campus.
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"We can leave no greater legacy than the opportunity for our children and youth to become well educated and responsible citizens."
-Arthur and Grace Link, Honorary Chaircouple
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