Dakota Sky Stone, located in Deadwood and Wall, is a fourth generation family-owned business. We have been working with Native American artist in turquoise jewelry since 1971. Because our family works hand in hand with the artists, we can guarantee authentic Native American made jewelry and turquoise stones. See our Facebook page or website for hours of operation.
Dakota Stoneware Pottery was established in 1972. Dave Huebner is the artist/potter. He makes a variety of different clay forms and utilitarian ware. Dave is also a historian and makes historic reproductions for museum gift shops. Dave specializes in pottery decorated with themes of the prairie such as buffalo and pheasants. He also makes a few whimsical creations such as dragons, frogs and figurines.
The Dakota Sunset Museum in Gettysburg features the 40-ton Medicine Rock that is imbedded with human footprints and a handprint. A Civil War exhibit honors the more than 200 veteran homesteaders who settled Potter County in northcentral South Dakota. Visitors can also view a Native American blanket dress from the 1870s, a 1900s barbershop, antique home furnishings, plus a country school, small barn and fully-equipped Stocker Blacksmith Shop. Our hours are 1-5 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Dakota Sunsets RV Park & Campground, located just south of Salem, is easy to access, just 1-1/2 miles north of Interstate 90 at Exit 364. Midway between Sioux Falls and Mitchell, our campground is the perfect overnight oasis for visitors who are travelling to and from our state’s many great attractions and scenic wonders. Just far enough from the Interstate highway, and with no railroads or airports for miles, you will enjoy a quiet and peaceful stay in our rural setting. We offer 54 sites as well as a camp store, pool, playground, clean facilities, quiet and shady sites, and reasonable rates. Our season runs April 1 to November 1 (weather permitting).
The replica is patterned after the original Dakota Territorial Capitol built in 1862 and torn down in 1886. Yankton was the first capitol of the Dakota Territory from 1861-1883. Displays include photos of old Yankton, maps of the Dakota Territory, a gallery of former Territorial governors, a tribute to the local St. John’s Masonic Lodge, and a quilt highlighting Yankton landmarks. The building is located in Riverside Park, which includes free Wi-Fi, trails, play structures and picnic shelters.
The Dakota Territorial Museum focuses on the history of the Dakota Territory up to Statehood (1889), Yankton (the first capital of the Dakota Territory) and Yankton County since its conception to current events. Located on the northern edge of Yankton, the Mead Cultural Education Center is the home of the Yankton County Historical Society and the Dakota Territorial Museum. The museum's winter hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Friday (closed Wednesday), and 1-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. Summer hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday through Saturday (closed Wednesday), and 1-5 p.m., Sunday. See our website or Facebook page for current information regarding hours, admission and events.
Every area of the country has a great steakhouse...and this is ours. Dakotah Steakhouse in Rapid City was selected by Local Eats and Business Insider as the best restaurant in South Dakota, 2015. Inspired by the history of the area, both the aesthetics of the building and the diversity of the menu are true to our local roots. We offer a Western casual atmosphere, crafting a chic steakhouse where the kids are welcome, too. We are open 4-10 p.m., Monday-Saturday, and 4-9 p.m. on Sunday.
The Daneville Heritage Museum is located on the western edge of the downtown Viborg business district. The campus consists of three major buildings: the original Gross Hatchery building, the former Daneville Township District #46 1926 school building, and the Danish barn-like main building. The museum strives to celebrate and document the Danish roots of the Viborg area and to record the achievements of the Danish immigrants making settlement in southeastern Dakota Territory. Current regular museum and office hours are 9 a.m.-2 p.m. every Thursday and Friday, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, and every 1st and 3rd Saturday. Other times can be arranged for individuals, family groups, or organizations by calling the museum. Admission is free.
Danger von Dempsey's is a pizzeria and Brewhäus in Aberdeen. We are family-friendly and feature an open kitchen concept, with great craft brews and award-winning brick oven pizza. We plan on adding a small brewery into the basement soon. We are open seven days a week; 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday.
Dave’s World Tours is a premier full- and half-day sightseeing van tour operator in the Black Hills of South Dakota. Want to see it all and get the local’s tour the whole group will love? Let one of our professional drivers take you to Deadwood, Hill City, Custer, Keystone or a special destination of your choosing. Our goal is to showcase the beauty and wonder of the Black Hills for visitors from around the world. We love to meet people of all ages, cultures and interests, and look forward to sharing all the area has to offer with all of you.
