The South Dakota Discovery Center in Pierre is your center for science learning and fun. Our hands-on science center features more than 60 exhibits, including Discovery Town with the Growing Up Garden Center, Paws & Claws Vet Clinic, and the Rainbow Cafe; Soil is Life; Sun Earth Universe; and an indoor tree house. We are dedicated to empowering all Peoples of the Great Plains through hands-on experiences that inspire scientific thinking. The Discovery Center's May through August hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 1-5 p.m., Sunday. Our winter hours, September through April, are 1-5 p.m., Sunday through Friday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday. Admission is $5 per person (2 and under are free).
Located along the Missouri River in Chamberlain, the South Dakota Hall of Fame was established in 1974 to recognize and honor those individuals championing a culture of excellence for all of South Dakota. As diverse as the landscape, individuals from all walks of life who have contributed in Agriculture, Arts & Entertainment, General, Historical, Professional and Sports are recognized at the Hall of Fame, including Laura Ingalls Wilder, Tom Brokaw, L. Frank Baum, Billy Mills and Bob Barker.
SOUTH DAKOTA MAGAZINE explores the state, looking for interesting people and places that define our culture, heritage, arts, nature and communities. The bi-monthly (6 per year) publication is written and headquartered at Yankton, the historic Missouri River city that was once the territorial capital. Our publishing headquarters encompasses three old brick buildings in downtown Yankton that were built in the 1870s by Territorial Governor John Pennington. Office hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Explore the four large Missouri River lakes, including lakes Oahe, Sharpe, Francis Case and Lewis and Clark and all the history, culture and recreation you can handle along the way. Our office is located inside the Oahe Dam Visitor Center on top of the Oahe Dam. The Visitor Center is located approximately six miles north of Pierre. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
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 Dakota Army and Air National Guard. The museum also educates National Guard members and the general public about the heritage of the South Dakota National Guard both in peace and at war. Located in Pierre, not far from the Missouri River, the museum is open 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
At the South Dakota Outdoor Shop we will outfit you to be outside doing what you love. Stop in our owner-operated store in Custer and let our excellent staff of outdoor-enthusiasts help meet all your adventure needs. From outdoor apparel and hiking, biking & climbing gear, to camping supplies, water sport rentals and beer & snacks, we’ve got everything you need in one spot so you can “Gear Up and Get Out”! Our hours are 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 12-4 p.m., Sunday.
South Dakota Outfitters Unlimited welcomes you to our 20,000-square-foot, 5-star lodge in Geddes. Whether you're an avid hunter (pheasant, turkey, deer, and more), a passionate fisher (walleye, perch, and bass), or simply seeking an escape from the daily grind, our comfortable accommodations and expert guides are ready to make your next trip one you won’t forget. Our mission is to provide extraordinary outdoor experiences, utilizing our talents to admire and respect our remarkable natural resources. Our lodge is large enough to host: family reunions, bachelor/bachelorette parties, and other group engagements. We also have offsite facilities available if a little more privacy for your party is desired.
South Dakota Ringnecks is a privately-owned pheasant hunting outfitter located near Corsica on a 1,200-acre farm that has been transformed into the ultimate pheasant paradise. We offer all types of packages. Whether you're organizing a corporate retreat, or booking your annual pheasant hunting trip with your family and friends, together, we can help you craft an unforgettable hunting experience. There are three different lodging options that can be added onto your hunting package.
South Dakota became a state in 1889. The State Capitol building in Pierre was completed in 1910 and an annex was added in 1932. The building has been used every day since then as State of South Dakota offices, the home of the South Dakota Supreme Court, and the home of the South Dakota State Legislature, which meets each year from January to March. Scagliola columns, stained glass windows, statues and artwork adorn the inside of the Neoclassical building. More statues, including memorials to World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War and Governor Mickelson, are located outside on the Capitol grounds. Capitol Lake and a walking path make it a great place to spend some time when visiting Pierre. The Capitol is open to the public 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m.-5 p.m., weekends and holidays.
We are all about People, Places and Trains! The SDSRM connects us to everything we know - and to what we have yet to learn - reminding us of times, places and things, and of innovations that have shaped our past and present and will shape our future. Our facility in Hill City showcases a unique collection of memorabilia, film and television history, an operating HO scale model train layout featuring South Dakota scenes, and other interactive exhibits.
