Carolyn & Harold

Territory Historians

We’re Carolyn and Harold, Territory historians and your official guides to the Dakota Territory. We’ve spent our lives gathering the stories of this vast land, but ink and paper can only tell you so much. That’s why we want to introduce you to the real heartbeat of the Territory—our friends.

We’ve gathered the finest folks you’ll ever meet: a steady hand from the ranch, a wise Dakota winyan from the hills, a riverboat mate with a tale for every bend in the Missouri, and many more. They aren't just names in a book; they are here, waiting to speak with you.

Don’t just read about history—pull up a chair and ask them yourself. The campfire is crackling, and your new friends are eager to meet you. This ain’t a museum. This is a living Territory, and the door’s wide open.

Press button to speak with Harold and Carolyn.

TALK TO A FRIEND

TALK TO THE PAST

Step into Dakota Territory between 1861 and 1889 and talk with some amazing people.

Choose a friend and ask about their life, and the everyday choices that shaped the Territory.

They’ll talk to you like a real Friend. When you speak, they answer.

Click here to choose a friend. →

We are passionate historians who are eager neighbors to share every tale this land has to offer. And besides us we have an amazing circle of friends, each with their own lived experience.