State Capitol Building

State Capitol Building

South Dakota became a state in 1889, and between 1905 and 1910, the capitol building in Pierre, South Dakota, was built after a long campaign by the city of Pierre to become South Dakota’s capital city. Capitol Building The capitol building itself was designed...
Seasonal Attractions

Seasonal Attractions

Winter, summer, spring or fall, South Dakota has special attractions for each season.  With festivals and fairs, farmer’s markets and ice fishing, South Dakota’s seasonal attractions are various and plentiful. Festivals and Fairs With a multitude of...
Festivals and Fairs

Festivals and Fairs

With a multitude of festivals and fairs, South Dakota has something for everyone.  Festivals and fairs celebrate the best things in life, from food to music to hobbies and more. JazzFest – Sioux Falls Each year over 90,000 people come to South Dakota for...

Verendrye Museum

The Verendrye Museum, located in Fort Pierre, South Dakota, is dedicated to documenting the early history of the Fort Pierre area, and to preserving artifacts from that era. Named for Louis and Chevalier Verendrye, French brothers who explored the upper reaches of the...
Scenic Byways

Scenic Byways

The abundance of State and National Parks, memorials, rich history, and magnificent, unspoiled scenery make South Dakota an excellent choice for travelers wishing to build lifetime memories. South Dakota’s Scenic Byways transform windshields into theatres as...