About

The North Dakota Skydiving Museum exists to honor the past and inspire the future of skydiving. This page delves into the history of our founder’s father, Don Solberg, and shows the evolution of Skydive Fargo. The museum was created in response to numerous requests to see Don’s memorabilia and serves as the next phase of the Don Solberg Foundation’s mission.

The Legacy of Don Solberg

Don Solberg’s passion for the sky was immense; over his lifetime, he spent more than 20 hours in freefall, covering a distance of roughly 2,500 miles. His journey began in the summer of 1965 when, at 21 years old, he made his first jump from his father’s Cessna 170.

Just a year later, at age 22, Don’s passion became a mission. He founded the club that would evolve through names like Valley Sky Divers and eventually become the modern Skydive Fargo. For nearly three decades, Don served as an instructor, mentoring newcomers to the sport he loved. His dedication was clear as he traveled the country to promote skydiving and became a proud member of organizations like the United States Parachute Association (USPA). Today, both the Don Solberg Foundation and the North Dakota Skydiving Museum exist to honor that legacy and continue supporting the club he built.

The Evolution of a Sport

Skydiving is a constantly changing sport. At the museum, we showcase the incredible evolution from the 1960s to today. The museum highlights changes in parachutes, jumpsuits, and equipment, showing visitors how far the technology has come. We will also feature information about skydiving’s exciting inclusion as an Olympic sport in 2028!

Our Vision for the Future

While we honor our history, our eyes are on the future. The museum plans to become the focus of a “Giving Hearts Day” initiative to further our community impact. Our five-year plan includes the launch of the “Triple S Store” (Solberg Skydiving Store) to provide gear and expert advice locally, filling a crucial need for skydivers in the region.

Location

113 Main Avenue East
West Fargo, ND 58078

Hours

Monday - Tuesday
Closed

Wednesday - Friday
(Call for Current Hours)

Weekend
12pm - 5pm