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Dignity statue near Chamberlain
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South Dakota It's truly where history comes to life.

From prehistoric dinosaurs to the Native Americans that first called this land home, through the settlers that came from across the globe to make a better life, South Dakota is extraordinarily rich in history & culture. See the 60-foot-tall faces on Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Behold the world's largest in-progress mountain carving at Crazy Horse Memorial. Follow the trail of Lewis & Clark, find museums of every size and focus, and experience the Wild West of legends.

South Dakota: An Endless Source of Inspiration

South Dakota: An Endless Source of Inspiration

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South Dakota is the place to satisfy your hunger for art and creativity. Once you're here, it won't be long before you realize that anything is possible.

Iconic monuments and unique, rural creations. A state-of-the-art entertainment venue. Drive-in theaters and a small town's tribute to Shakespeare. When it comes to arts and entertainment, South Dakota has something for every taste. 

Nowhere else can you see the world's largest in-progress mountain carving only miles from a theater built in the middle of the Black Hills National Forest. Take a sculptural stroll and walk through an ever-changing alley of art. 

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Museum of Geology

Museum of Geology, School of Mines and Technology, Rapid City

Located on the campus of the South Dakota School of Mines & Technology in Rapid City, the Museum of Geology invites you to come see our paleontology exhibit featuring original fossils found in South Dakota and our Mineral Exhibits from around the world. Located in the O’Harra Building, we are open 9

LaFramboise Island Nature Area

LaFramboise Island Nature Area

LaFramboise Island Nature Area is a unique area along the Missouri River in the capital city, Pierre. The island is covered in trees and meadows, which are home to a variety of wildlife and bird species. Additionally, the island is mentioned in the Lewis and Clark journals as they passed through the

Rushmore Mountain Sports

Rushmore Mountain Sports is a biking and climbing shop in downtown Spearfish in the northern Black Hills. We are a full-service shop offering shock rebuilds, tune-ups, sales, fat tire rentals, and full suspension demos, and featuring Trek, SALSA, Scott, Cannondale Surly and more. We also offer rock

Wylie Thunder Road

Mini-Golf With Volcano Erupting

Wylie Thunder Road in Aberdeen is packed full of outdoor fun for all ages. Located in Wylie Park and next to Storybook Land, our attraction features single and double go-karts, mini-golf, Euro Bungy trampolines, bumper boats, and the Laser Maze Challenge. Thunder Road is open early May to mid

Hampton Inn

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After an exciting day of gaming and exploring, relax in our newly-remodeled Hampton Inn, located in downtown Deadwood. Enjoy free hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking and an indoor pool and fitness center. All guest rooms include a 37-inch TV, microwave and mini fridge. Upgrade to a two-room

Wonderland Cave

Wonderland Cave, near Sturgis

The cave was discovered in 1929 by two loggers and the first commercial tours started in 1930. Over the years, extensive exploration and development has opened more than two dozen rooms that are featured in the cave. Formations include stalactites, stalagmites, dogtooth spar, popcorn crystals

Fox Run Golf Course

Fox Run Golf Course, Yankton

Fox Run Golf Course in northwestern Yankton continues to be one of southeastern South Dakota's finest golf courses. It offers plenty of competitive and recreational opportunities for golfers at all levels. Leagues, tournaments, special events and open play on this 18-hole course give any golfer

W. H. Over Museum

W. H. Over Museum, Vermillion

Located next to the DakotaDome on the University of South Dakota campus, the W. H. Over Museum was founded in 1883. Our mission is to collect, preserve, document, exhibit, research, study and interpret objects relating to natural and cultural history, primarily of South Dakota; and to provide

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