Fort Union and Fort Buford

Before Lewis and Clark, Fort Union created commerce between tribes and explorers. Fort Buford, a couple miles away was a rough place after the Civil War.

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Fort Union Labor Day Reenactment

This annual gathering is our largest event, a time when Fort Union comes alive and best reflects the busy trade season. Over 100 Re-enactors from across the country and Canada every third weekend in June demonstrating traditional skills and lifeways. http://bit.ly/2nVmN1D

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