New Whitestone Hill monument to honor Native Americans killed in 1863
State Historical Society of North Dakota project will recognize Native Americans killed during the Whitestone Hill massacre
A new monument is being built near Kulm, North Dakota, to honor Native Americans killed during the 1863 massacre at Whitestone Hill, according to reporting by KX News. The State Historical Society began planning the project in June 2023, consulting with Tribal Historic Preservation Officers, descendants of Indigenous survivors and a seven-member committee of elders and descendants. The committee selected architectural firm Quintus 3D to design the monument after reviewing proposals.
According to the KX News reporting, construction will take place in four phases. The first phase, which includes the foundation and supporting infrastructure, is expected to be completed by August. Future phases will add vertical artwork panels, stone benches and tree plantings. The North Dakota Legislature authorized $250,000 for the project in 2023. A monument honoring U.S. soldiers who died at Whitestone Hill was erected at the site in 1909.
- 1.Edward Segal. KX News, .
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