The Boxcar Sweet Stop

The Boxcar Sweet Stop, Yankton

The Boxcar Sweet Stop is a seasonal business featuring handmade hard ice cream (made in South Dakota), candy, craft sodas and pie shakes, as well as toys and games for sale. All of this can be found at one of the finest locations in the Historic Gurney Seed & Nursery Building one block north of the

The Hat Creek Grill

The Hat Creek Grill, Edgemont

Hat Creek Grill has always been known as place for great food and good times. Located in downtown Edgemont in the southern Black Hills, our menu features BBQ, burgers and sandwiches, as well as salads, Mexican fare, and daily specials. Our hours are 12-9 p.m. on Wednesday and 12-8 p.m. on Thursday

Trails, Trains & Pioneers Museum

Trails, Trains & Pioneers Museum, Edgemont

Located in downtown Edgemont, the Trails, Trains & Pioneers Museum traces the ebb and flow of life of the southern Black Hills from pre-historic times to the present. The Edgemont Area Historical Society began in 2005 and maintains the Trails, Trains and Pioneers Museum. Our goal is to keep the

Old Pine Social

Old Pine Social, Custer

If you are looking for a rad thing to do in Custer, we are it! Old Pine Social will be axe-throwin', Bocce ballin', and Hammerschlagen-in' Friday through Wednesday. Come enjoy our selection of local craft and domestic beers on tap and a more than decent wine list. We will have tasty bites to enjoy

K9 Keg Pull

K9 Keg Pull, Deadwood

<p>Calling all K9s! We invite all dogs to compete in this exciting winter race, the K9 Keg Pull. Man’s best friend will be assigned a division based on their weight. Dogs will wear a harness attached to an appropriately sized keg to pull past the finish line. The fastest dogs in each class win. The</p>

South Dakota National Guard Museum

South Dakota National Guard Museum, Pierre

The South Dakota National Guard Museum covers the history of the South Dakota National Guard from 1861 to current day. The museum's mission is to acquire, preserve, protect, and display military equipment, records, relics, and memorabilia representing the heritage of the Dakota Militia and the South

South Dakota State of Create Passport

South Dakota State of Create Passport logo
South Dakota State of Create Passport logo
South Dakota

State of Create Passport

In South Dakota, the creative works are as varied as the landscapes themselves. Each one carries a story, leaving the viewer inspired, entertained and enlightened.
 
Let the free, mobile-exclusive digital South Dakota State of Create Passport guide you to discoveries you've always wanted to see or never knew existed. With this pass, you can check in to artistic stops across the state to earn prizes and more. No app required.
 
 When imagination leads to creation, the world becomes a more beautiful place. And when it comes with prizes? Even better. Discover your next creative favorite with the State of Create Passport.

EXPLORE A STATE FULL OF ARTISTIC WONDERS

To create is to live, to spread joy. It is reflection and connection. With our State of Create Passport, you can experience all of this and win prizes along the way. From towering works to hidden gems, the magic of creation awaits your discovery!

Each stop is worth 10 points. Earn points, win prizes!

  • 10 Points: Local Artist Stickers, Children’s Activity Book, or Black Hills Mini Backpack Keychain
  • 50 Points: Custom South Dakota Poster or Stuffed Buffalo Toy
  • 150 Points: South Dakota Field Notes and South Dakota Carhartt Cap
  • 200 Points: South Dakota T-Shirt or Big Frig Rambler
  • 350 Points: ENO Hammock or South Dakota Backpack

Prizes are available while supplies last. Travel South Dakota reserves the right to substitute prizes of similar value.

South Dakota Passports prize examples

How it works

Select the "Sign Up" button to get the passport.
Click the "Learn More" button to see a map and list of included stops.
 
 

 

 
Share your State of Create adventure & explore what others have discovered with #StateofCreate

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

With each passport, visitors and locals can check in to designated locations to unlock a broad range of prizes based on the number of locations visited. The program delivery is seamless, with no app download needed. Instead, the pass is easily accessed through TravelSouthDakota.com. Participant location redemption is followed through GPS-based tracking, with point accumulation and redemption tracked through the South Dakota Passport. Prizes are then shipped directly to participants.

See the following questions and answers for more information about the South Dakota Passports:

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