Museums
South Dakota boasts a large number of museums that share its’ rich history and heritage. There is a wide selection of museums throughout the state, each focusing on a unique aspect of life in South Dakota. These museums are just waiting to catch your eyes and spark your interest in South Dakota’s history and way of life.
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Akta Lakota Museum & Cultural Center
Chamberlain

South Dakota State Railroad Museum
Hill City

Prairie Village
Madison

South Dakota Air and Space Museum
Rapid City

Big Thunder Gold Mine
Keystone

South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center
Pierre

Depot Museum / Harvey Dunn School
De Smet

Pettigrew Home and Museum
Sioux Falls

National Presidential Wax Museum
Keystone

Dakota Territorial Capitol Replica
Yankton

South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum
Brookings

Civilian Conservation Corps Museum of South Dakota
Hill City

Old Style Saloon #10
Deadwood

Days of 76 Museum
Deadwood
Great Faces. Great Places.
South Dakota is an incredibly unique state in that each region offers a completely different experience then the others. Check out each of the regions to see what each has to offer!

Western South Dakota
Featuring the Black Hills, Badlands, the Sturgis Rally. This region tends to be the most popular.

CENTRAL REGION
This region of South Dakota offers some of the best hunting and fishing in the entire central US.

Eastern Region
The eastern region is home to the largest city in the state and provides visitors with a true "prairie" experience.