Things to Do in Fargo, North Dakota

Located in the renovated International Harvester warehouse, this downtown standout is beautiful inside and out. The collection includes works by artists as varied as Impressionist Mary Cassatt and Native American contemporary artist George Morrison. (701) 232-3821; plainsart.org

Interpreters and more than 40 buildings on 12 acres re-create life on "bonanza" farms that ruled the prairies in the late 1800s. Admission to this West Fargo attraction is half-price Thursday evenings. Seasonal. (701) 282-2822; bonanzaville.com

Volunteer tour guides—aged 10 to 95—shed light on a rotating collection of vintage airplanes, many of which are still able to fly. (701) 293-8043; fargoairmuseum.org

• Nichole's Fine Pastry Cakes, tarts, pastries and gelato line up like edible art in the cases. A recent expansion means more seating, a bigger breakfast menu, and more fabulous soups and sandwiches for lunch (pictured). (701) 232-6430; nicholesfinepastry.com

• Cafe Aladdin You'll enjoy the laid-back feel and Mediterranean flavors, as well as specialty grocery items. Try the savory sampler with spanakopita, falafel, baba ghanoush, hummus and stuffed grape leaves. (701) 298-0880; cafealaddinfargo.com

• Monte's Downtown This favorite offers a sophisticated atmosphere and tempting entrees, such as macadamia-crusted halibut and wild mushroom soup. They also have a light menu for late-night eats. (701) 526-0149; montesdowntown.com