Around Town

Housed in the original Dakota Territory courthouse, the 1881 Courthouse Museum explores the history of the Black Hills and Dakota Territory from 1874 to present day.

Take a tour through the history of the Old West as you wander through over 50 open door buildings. Enjoy live re-enactments and melodramas, as well as chuckwagon meals and unique shopping.

One of America’s most unique museums. Enjoy the wooden nickel theatre, 30 scenes created by an original animator of Disneyland, a carving studio, display of many nationally recognized woodcarvers, museum gallery, gift shop and snack bar.

Celebrate American history with this fun exhibit of all the U.S. presidents, including the newly elected Commander and Chief.

Discover the story behind the carving of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and learn more about the sculptor who carved his vision into the mountain. The Gutzon Borglum. Museum features scores of Borglum’s paintings, sculptures and artifacts.

The Indian Museum of North America is home to an extraordinary collection of art and artifacts reflecting the diverse histories and cultures of the American Indian people. Close to 90 percent of the museum collection has been donated, both by Native Americans and non-Natives.