The new interpretive panels installed recently at Keene Baseball Field in Deadwood. Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson
Deadwood hits home run with baseball interpretive panels Jaci Conrad Pearson — Black Hills Pioneer DEADWOOD — A new baseball plaza area and dugout improvements in Keene Memorial Baseball Field have inspired the creation of four 24- by 36-inch interpretive baseball panels to round out the mix in conveying Deadwood’s rich baseball history over the decades and through the years. The Deadwood City Commission recently approved allowing the Deadwood Historic Preservation Office to enter into a contract with Pannier Graphics for the creation of the panels, with a cost not to exceed $3,000. Deadwood Historic Preservation Officer Kevin Kuchenbecker said that the signs will soon go to production and will be installed this summer.
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“Baseball has been part of the history of Deadwood. The first recorded team we have been able to find is from 1878,” Kuchenbecker said. “As Historic Preservation Officer, I have watched my own two children play ball here and to see what a community event opening day is to the Lead-Deadwood community, I saw an opportunity to provide further interpretation on Deadwood’s baseball history. Oct. 19, 1922 was perhaps the biggest day in Deadwood baseball history, when New York Yankees Babe Ruth and Bob Meusel came to town for an exhibition game at the Deadwood Amusement Park, an area now part of Keene Baseball Field, the Days of ’76 Rodeo Grounds and Ferguson Field football field and stadium.”
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The four panels are titled: Seventh Cavalry, the Custer Expedition and Base Ball; Base Ball in the Mining Camps; Deadwood’s Early Contributors to the National Pastime; and Babe Ruth & Bob Meusel Barn Storming Tour of 1922. Along with military gear, soldiers of the Seventh Cavalry brought their baseball gloves. Along with gold panning equipment, prospectors brought their gloves, as well. Deadwood boasts its own line of locals who hit the big league back in the day and two baseball greats, Babe Ruth and Bob Meusel actually set foot in Deadwood, doing what they did best. Three of the panels will be installed on stamped concrete with a bench in the area. The fourth panel will be installed near the planned flags in the plaza.
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Welcome to Deadwood! Thanks for your interest in our historic Black Hills community, and for choosing Deadwood as your travel destination! Deadwood has something for everyone, from unique retail shops and great restaurants to luxurious accommodations and state-of-the-art gaming halls with great entertainment. Deadwood is a perfect hub to base your vacation from, and there are plenty of attractions to keep you busy right here in town. Learn more about Deadwood by heading to www.deadwood.com or by calling us at 1-800-9991876. The Deadwood Chamber & Visitor’s Bureau and the city has plenty of events planned this summer. Here’s a sampling; regardless of when you are here, enjoy your time in Deadwood!
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July 22-26, 2014 – Days of ‘76 It’s the Best Rodeo. No Bull! 2014 marks the 92nd year of this event, which includes PRCA rodeos and historic parades on Main Street. The Days (as the locals call it) has won PRCA Rodeo of the Year honors 10 years running. Don’t miss it! Aug. 2-10, 2014 – Sturgis Rally and Legends Ride The Sturgis Rally comes to the Black Hills and Deadwood Aug. 2-10. This is the 74th annual Rally, and it’s certainly a sight to behold. Deadwood also hosts the annual Legends Ride with the Sturgis Buffalo Chip. This Ride has raised some $400,000 for local charities since its inception. August 21-24, 2014 – Kool Deadwood Nites Kool cars, kool music and great fun during Kool Deadwood Nites! The event features the best classic cars in the country along with free Main Street concerts. This year’s headliners include Danny & The Juniors, Starship with Mickey Thomas, Gary Puckett, DD & The Fayrohs and the Kid & Nic Show, plus more! Sept. 12-13, 2014 – Deadwood Jam This year marks the 24th annual Deadwood Jam, which is a top outdoor music festival in the Black Hills. Hosted downtown Deadwood, this event features top entertainment from all musical genres. Jeanna Dewey President, Deadwood Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
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Potato Creek Johnny Nugget . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Sawyer Memorial Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Schedule Of Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6&7 Lodging, Dining & Gaming Guide . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Chinatown Coin Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Winners in Deadwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Legends of Deadwood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14&15 Deals in the Black Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Area Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18
Upcoming Event Schedule 92nd Annual Days of ’76 Celebration • July 22-26
The Days of ’76 has grown into one of Deadwood’s biggest festivities and annual attractions, celebrating Deadwood’s historical start back in 1876 with two parades and plenty of rodeo action. The Days of ’76 actually started with a grand parade, a tradition that has been built up and fostered for nearly 90 years. The Days of ‘76 Rodeo has been named the PRCA Small Outdoor Rodeo of the Year four times and was named PRCA Midsize Rodeo of the Year each year from 2004 through 2013. The Days of ‘76 Rodeo was also named the 2007 Badlands Circuit Rodeo of the Year. Cowboys and cowgirls that come to buck, rope and ride in Deadwood are among the best in the country and so is the stock. Schedule of Events: 10 a.m., July 22, PRCA steer roping; 8 a.m., July 23, Timed event slack - $10; 7 p.m. July 23 PRCA rodeo; 8 a.m., July 24, timed event slack, followed by WPRA barrel racing slack; 7 p.m., July 24, PRCA rodeo; 1:30 p.m., July 25, historic parade and Tough Enough to Wear Pink Day; 7 p.m., July 25, PRCA rodeo - Tough Enough To Wear Pink; 10 a.m. July 26, historic parade; 1:30 p.m., July 26, PRCA rodeo; 7 p.m., July 26, PRCA rodeo final performance For rodeo tickets call 1-888-838-BULL
Sturgis Motorcycle Rally • Aug. 2-10
It’s the biggest party of the year and it rolls through Sturgis and beyond, encompassing nearly every nook and cranny of the Black Hills. The Rally is a roarin’ good time in Lead, Deadwood, Spearfish and wherever you and your bike choose to be.
Kool Deadwood Nites • Aug. 21-24
It’s a four-day 50s and 60s sock hop — Deadwood style. For a retro-laden blast from the past, roll into town for Kool Deadwood Nites, featuring free concerts by headliners Danny & the Juniors, Gary Puckett and the Union Gap and Starship featuring Mickey Thomas. Register a “kool” car or just make plans to take in all the fun. An event that brings car lovers and nostalgia buffs together for four days full of classic cars, classic music and classic fun. Enjoy parades, show and shines and free concerts on Main Street featuring the biggest names in rock ‘n roll history. 2014 Summary of Events (locations and times subject to change): noon to 8 p.m., Aug. 21, car registration, Deadwood Gulch Convention Center; 4-9 p.m., Voting for People’s Choice Awards, History and Information Center Parking Lot and portions of Deadwood’s Main Street, Live DJ and games; 7-10 p.m., Seventh Annual Sock Hop, History and Information Parking Lot and portions of Deadwood Main Street. Aug. 22: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Deadwood Rod Run - escorted tour through Spearfish or Vanocker Canyon; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., car registration, Deadwood Gulch Convention Center; free Main Street concerts starting at 5 p.m., featuring The Kid & Nic Show, DD and the Fayrohs and Gary Pucket and The Union Gap. Aug. 23: 7-11:30 a.m. car registration, Deadwood Gulch Convention Center; 8 a.m. to noon, Classic car competition/judging, Days of ’76 Rodeo Grounds/Ferguson Field across from the First Gold Hotel; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Poker Runs throughout the Black Hills, 5 p.m. awards party at Tin Lizzie; Free Main Street concerts start at 4 p.m. on Main Street, featuring The Kid and Nic Show, DD and the Fayrohs and Starship, featuring Mickey Thomas. Aug. 24: 7 a.m. parade line-up begins, Rodeo Grounds/Ferguson Field and 9 a.m. parade begins with Main Street Show and Shine immediately following parade until 2 p.m.
24th annual Deadwood Jam • Sept. 12-13
The Black Hills’ premier musical festival since its inception 20 years ago, the Deadwood Jam stage has featured a variety of leading musical acts. Each year, the Deadwood Jam brings a wide array of top musical talent to the Black Hills from celebrated acts to newcomers, risings stars and local talent. This year is no different, as Fastball, Grass Roots and April Wine are slated to headline the 2014 Deadwood Jam and officials are currently working to sign the Saturday night headliner. Many other bands will be featured and added to the two-day event in the coming months. Headliner Schedule: Sept. 12, Fastball; Saturday, Sept. 13, signed thus far are Trampled Under Foot, The Grass Roots and April Wine, with headliner currently being negotiated. More bands will be added over the summer. Come out and enjoy a mix of genres for two incredible days of outdoor concerts. Plus, enjoy food, entertainment, your favorite beverages and breath-taking views of the Black Hills as a back-drop to this outdoor extravaganza. Discounted tickets are now on sale -- Early bird pricing, through July 31, is $50 for two days in Deadwood. From Aug. 1 to noon Sept. 12 $60. Call 1-800-344-8826 to book tickets today.
Oktoberfest • Oct. 3-4
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Join the crew in Deadwood as they celebrate Oktoberfest in the Wild West. Enjoy live German music, free food and dancing. Bring the whole family and witness the now famous “Wiener Dog Races” and Beer Barrel Games!
On the Cover... A Deadwood gateway sign on Deadwood Hill is one of the six signs that Tim Peterson of Flat Earth Art & Sign Company is in the process of painting. Focusing on color contrast and retaining the natural shadowing inherent to the bas reliefs, Peterson has transformed the once-drab signs into readily recognizable scenes, bursting with historically accurate color. Peterson was hired by the City of Deadwood to complete the sign colorization projects. Photo by Vicki Strickland
VARIOUS PHOTOS COURTESY THE ADAMS MUSEUM
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Potato Creek Johnny
Nugget now to be on permanent display Jaci Conrad Pearson & Adam Hurlburt Black Hills Pioneer
DEADWOOD — After many decades of absence and four years of planning, the legendary 7.346 troy ounce Potato Creek Johnny gold nugget has returned to display at Deadwood’s Adams Museum. And this time it’s permanent. In 1929, 4-foot-2, Welsh-born, Deadwood-based gold prospector John Perret, known as Potato Creek Johnny for the location of his mining claim, discovered the largest gold nugget ever found in the Black Hills — and one of the largest in the world. Both Perret and the nugget named after him became instant, enduring legends in the Black Hills. Not long after he unearthed it, Parret sold his nugget to W.E. Adams, namesake of Deadwood’s Adams Museum, for $250 (roughly $3,500 today when adjusted for inflation). Adams placed the gold nugget on display in the museum on and off over the years during special occasions, but mostly kept it sealed away for safekeeping. Some 80 years after Adams’ initial purchase of the gargantuan gold nugget, officials with the Adams Museum and the Deadwood History organization decided it was time to place the legend on permanent display. In September 2013, a replica of the Potato Creek Johnny nugget was auctioned off in order to raise funds to securely display the real deal. The replica, created from a mold of the original with placer gold donated by the owners of the Rapid City Clock Shop, brought a sale price of $40,000. After expenses, the proceeds from the fundraiser were split between the Wounded Warrior project and Deadwood History’s Potato Creek Johnny nugget display project to the tune of $26,000 each. That money was used to develop and manufacture a oneoff, bulletproof cabinet to house the Potato Creek Johnny nugget, as well as a world-class security system to protect it. This massive gold nugget is perhaps the most famous artifact in the Adams Museum’s collection, and Deadwood History Executive Director Mary Kopco said she is thrilled with the support from so many over the course of this project to finally see the dream to display it come to fruition. “I’m excited to be able to take the dream I had when I started 20 years ago to have this on display and make it come true,” Kopco said. “It’s because of the generosity of the Clock Shop, Deadwood History’s board, and the people who bid on the nugget and the other auction items that night. That’s what’s making this possible.” Deadwood History Exhibits Curator Darrel Nelson said that he and Exhibits Fabricator Carl Pengra, in conjunction with California manufacturer Safe Zone Ballistics, designed a bullet proof case made of aluminum on the bottom and a polycarbonate cube on the top. “We wanted to display the nugget permanently and be confident in it,” Nelson said. “Along with this and other enhanced security measures, we are entering a new state of security for the Adams Museum, which involves visual recording, motion sensors, and things of this sort. This is our entry into national standards, so it’s complicated.” Kopco added that a camera will be trained on the nugget and a sensor attached to it, so it is as secure as it possibly can be. “I think I’m speaking on behalf of the Deadwood History board and staff how exciting it is for us to be able to have the means to share what has been recognized as one of the Black Hills’ most valuable historical artifacts in existence today,” Kopco said. “Johnny’s nugget is a Black Hills icon deserving to be viewed and enjoyed by the public.”
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Holding Black Hills history in curator-glove cloaked hands, Adams Museum & House Director Mary Kopco is assisted while she points out details of the Potato Creek Johnny gold nugget. Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson
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Sawyer Memorial Trail a gift to outdoor enthusiasts Jaci Conrad Pearson — Black Hills Pioneer DEADWOOD — Just behind the Brownsville Fire Department in Sawyer Memorial Park lies the newly completed Sawyer Memorial Trail, the public’s latest gift for outdoor entertainment and enjoyment, courtesy of the Sawyer Memorial Trust in partnership with the South Dakota Tree Farm Committee. To celebrate the official opening of the interpretive one-half mile circle walking trail, the Sawyer Memorial Trust hosted a dedication ceremony, complete with an organized, narrated trail tour and celebratory lunch held at the Brownsville Fire Department. Sawyer Memorial Trust Board of Trustees Vice President Bill Coburn said he is extremely thrilled to see the $23,000, two-year project come to fruition. “This has been a dream of mine for a long time to have a forestry trail in the Black Hills,” Coburn said. “It’s a beautiful piece of property that has been managed well over the years. It’s another little gem in the Sawyers’ gift to the public for their enjoyment and education. Hopefully it’s something that will be a legacy of the Sawyer trustee board and everyone who cared for the land out there.” Historian Dr. David Wolff presented a program on the history of the Sawyers, the park and the Brownsville area. The 380-acre Sawyer Memorial Park, which houses the new trail, runs along both sides of U.S. Highway 85 between Boondock’s and Tomahawk Golf Course. The park is the result of a 1933 gift to the public by Nellie Sawyer in memory of her husband John Sawyer who after pioneering in the Black Hills, arriving in
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1876, died in 1933. John was a contract shipper of wood and timber on the Black Hills and Fort Pierre Railroad, supplying Homestake and other mining companies in the northern Black Hills. He patented the land that Sawyer Park lies on, as well as partnering with others to patent several mining properties located near Custer Peak and Nemo. The couple lost their only child in infancy and had no heirs. Nellie conveyed 380 acres of land into a private trust called Sawyer Memorial Park and a board of trustees was established “to own, govern, maintain and develop said Memorial Park …” for the “enjoyment, recreation and general benefit to the public.” As part of using the park to benefit the public, numerous school groups have visited the grounds as part of South Dakota Project Learning Tree and the Society of American Foresters’ “Walk in the Forest” tours, learning about forestry and the environment. “A lot of different things have happened with Sawyer over the years — timber harvesting, thinning, regeneration of the Aspen and the kids were able to see that, but formerly, it wasn’t a functional trail,” Coburn explained. “Now what we’ve done is connected both areas to each other where it loops back. We went through Ponderosa Pine forest type, Spruce forest type and Aspen birch forest type. It’s pretty neat. A lot of places don’t get all those in such a compacted area.” Sawyer Memorial Park plays host to various activities and events, including walk-in only public hunting and hiking. It also hosts the Northern Hills Archery club’s state-certified archery courase and Tomahawk Golf
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Course’s driving range. During the winter months a small section of the park is used by the Black Hills Snowmobile Trail System and several cross-country skiers count the area among their favorites. Sawyer Memorial Park was certified as a tree farm in 1968 and has been recognized twice as South Dakota’s Tree Farmer of the Year. “Along with forestry management, Sawyer stated that the memorial be used for public use, so the trail was developed with that in mind,” said Sawyer Memorial Trust Board President Charles Webster. “We’ve also built a pond that waters our two elk herds and we have mountain lions, coyotes, turkeys, deer. We continue to enhance it any chance we get. The whole jest of it is to provide recreation for people. Thanks to Nellie Sawyer who had the forethought even in 1933. Hopefully, as trustees we can fulfill her wishes.” In 2009, the Sawyer board of Trustees secured the future of Sawyer Memorial Park by obtaining a Conservation Easement from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, which permanently protects 320 acres from being developed. Along with protecting this valuable wildlife habitat, Sawyer Memorial Trust also became a “Habitat Partner” with the Elk Foundation to help promote and protect wildlife habitat throughout the United States. Coburn thanked contributors who helped make the trail possible: Nieman Timber Company, Barrick Gold Company, the Dakota Society of American Foresters, the American Tree Farm System and South Dakota Project Continued on Pg. 9
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THROUGH SEPTEMBER 8 Soldiers of South Dakota - Traveling Exhibit SD Historical Society exhibit... story of Dakota’s early military men. 8 am – 5 pm Ft. Meade Museum Ballroom Sturgis, SD 57785 JULY 2-6 Black Hill Roundup Wednesday, July 2nd NorthStar Amusement Carnival, Downtown 9 am — 6th Annual Black Hills Roundup Invitational Golf Tournament 12 pm — Steer Roping 12 pm — MRSD Style Show, Community Rec Center 3 pm — Queen Contestants Introduced and Basket Auction Thursday, July 3 NorthStar Amusement Carnival, Downtown 8 am — MRSD Horsemanship Competition, Besler’s Arena 3 pm — 5th Annual Cattle Drive down Main Street 5 pm — Belle Fourche Chamber Community BBQ 5:45 pm — Mutton Busting 6:30 pm — Introduction of Ranch Rodeo Teams and Cowboy Auction 7pm — 5th Annual Black Hills Roundup Ranch Rodeo Following Rodeo — Luke Kaufman In Concert Friday, July 4 NorthStar Amusement Carnival, Downtown 10:30 am — 95th Annual Black Hills Roundup Parade 3:30 pm — Mutton Busting 4:30 pm — Miss Rodeo SD “Lady in Waiting” Coronation 5 pm — 1st Performance of the 95th Annual Black Hills Roundup During Intermission — Calf Scramble Following The Rodeo — Luke Kaufman In Concert Saturday, July 5 NorthStar Amusement Carnival, Downtown 8 am — 95th Annual PRCA Slack, Roundup Grounds 2 pm — Texaco Country Music Showdown, Herrmann Park 5 pm — Cowboy Band 7 pm — 2nd Performance of the 95th Annual Black Hills Roundup During Intermission— Calf Scramble Fireworks at dusk Sunday, July 6 NorthStar Amusement Carnival, Downtown 2 pm — 3rd Performance of the 95th Annual Black Hills Roundup During Intermission — Ranch Rodeo Bronc Riding Championship BH Roundup, Belle Fourche 605-723-2010 www.blackhillsroundup.com JULY 3-5 Gold Camp Jubilee Days Thursday, July 3 5 pm — Beer Tent/Vendor opens 5 pm — Chamber Mixer/Kick-off party 6 pm — Volleyball Tournament, (605) 584-1100 6 pm — 3 on 3 Basketball tourney(605) 920-3966 6 pm — Poker Tournament 6 pm — Live Entertainment- Bran-
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don Jones and the Thirsty Fish Friday, July 4 7 am — Pancake Feed, Rod & Gun Club 9 am — Horseshoe Tournament, Rod & Gun Club 10 am — Volleyball Tournament continues (605) 584-1100 10 am — Vendors/Beer Tent opens 1 pm — FREE Kids Games 3 pm — Parade in Deadwood 1-5pm — Entertainment – Remans Law 4 pm — Parade in Lead (Viewing areas restricted due to detour) 5-9 pm — Live Entertainment- Walt Keys & Unfinished Business 7 pm. — VIP Party, Chamber of Commerce (Poker Tent) 8:30-9:30 pm — Northern Hills Community Band, Band Shelter Dusk — Fireworks Saturday, July 5 9 am — Mile High Show & Shine 9 am — Vendors Open 12-4 pm — Entertainment – Les Roselles & The Straight Shooters All events at Manuel Brothers Park unless otherwise stated. 605-584-1100 www.leadmethere.org Lead, SD 57754
JULY 4 Big & Rich in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 4 Independence Day Parade and Ice Cream Social 1:00 pm — Parade Following parade — Ice Cream Social, City Park Spearfish Chamber of Commerce 605-642-2626 www.spearfish.sd.us 106 W. Kansas St. Spearfish, SD 57783 JULY 4 Fireworks 9 pm Fairgrounds Sturgis, SD 57785 JULY 4, 11, 18, 25 Downtown Friday Nights 6-9 pm 7/4 - Music by Pumpin Ethyl 7/11 – Music by Hotel California 7/18 – Music by Walt Keys & Unfinished Business 7/25 – Music by The Lonely Ranges & Kenny Putnam Main Street www. DowntownSpearfish.com Spearfish, SD 57783 JULY 4-6 Western Cattle Tail Event Western hart Show, Saddle Displays, American Cowboy Displays. Admission charged High Plains Western Heritage Center 605-642-9378 www.westernheritagecenter.com 825 Heritage Drive Spearfish, SD 57783 JULY 6 The Avett Brothers in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr.
605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 7-9, 14-16, 21-23, 28-30 Deadeye’s Wild West (or Subterfuge in Spearfish) 7:30 pm A family-friendly, fun-filled story with original music by Scott Simpson. Paul Higbee wrote of a time in Spearfish’s past when a traveling Wild West Show came to town. Local darling, Rosie, has a beautiful voice that might be added to the show, but she would have to leave the beautiful Black Hills to do it. But, Ma is suspicious and thinks that there might be some ‘subterfuge’ going on. Could Deadeye be on the level? Does Rosie have anything to fear? Could we find ourselves in a better spot to laugh? Matthews Opera House & Arts Center 605-642-7973 www.matthewsopera.com 612 Main Street Spearfish, SD 57783 JULY 8 The Badger Sett Band Concert 7:00 - 8:00 pm Enjoy music set to the poetry of Badger Clark, South Dakota’s first Poet Laureate. Admission by donation. Historic Adams House Side Yard 605-722-4800 www.deadwoodhistory.com 22 Van Buren Avenue Deadwood, SD 57732 JULY 8 Lead Live 5-8 pm Outdoor Music, Vendors, Food & Fun for the whole family 5-6 pm — Paul Kopco 6:30-8 pm — Straight Shooter Manuel Brothers Park Lead Area Chamber of Commerce 605-584-1100 www.leadmethere.org Lead, SD 57754 JULY 9 Thompson Square 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1188 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 10 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors & fun Band: Double Vision JULY 12 Madhouse Madams vs Punky Brewsters Roller Derby 7:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com
JULY 12 Neutrino Day All events are free and open to the public 8:30 am – 2 pm — Activities at Sanford Lab Yates Shaft hoist-room tours (STUR-
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DY FOOTWEAR REQUIRED, no open-toed shoes) Live, two-way video chats with scientists and rescue personnel a mile underground Wild science demonstrations for kids by “Science Steve”. Meet scientists, engineers, technicians and rescue personnel 8:30 am – 2:30 pm — Activities on Main Street Space Science Musical performed by Dakota Children’s Theater, 10:45 am Homestake Opera House Black Hills Mining Museum - free admission during Neutrino Day, with a charge for gold-panning. 9:30 am – 3 pm — Science talks on Main Street “Majorana Demonstrator”: 9:30 am, Homestake Opera House. “Weather Whys” Science Café : noon, Bumpin’ Buffalo restaurant, 305 Main St (Lunch available. Doors open 11 am) “Long Baseline Neutrino Experiment”: 1:30 pm, Homestake Opera House “The New Universe and the Human Future”: 3 pm, Homestake Opera House. www.sanfordlab.org Lead, SD JULY 12 Spearfish Canyon Half marathon & 5K Spearfish Canyon 605-72204558 www.nhcasa.org JULY 17-19 Corvette Classic Main Street Spearfish, SD 57783 JULY 17 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors & fun Band: Under the Bus JULY 18 Picnic on the Lawn: The Arikara and the Fur Trade 12:00 pm Join Dr. Brad Tennant, Associate Professor of History, Presentation College, Aberdeen, South Dakota, as he discusses the history and culture of the Arikara, their encounter with Lewis and Clark and their conflicts with the U.S. government during the early fur trade era. Bring a lunch and enjoy the Historic Adams House lawn. Admission by donation. In case of inclement weather, the lecture will be moved to the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC). Historic Adams House 605-578-3724 www.deadwoodhistory.com 22 Van Buren Avenue Deadwood, SD 57732 JULY 18-20 Festival in the Park City Park Spearfish, SD 57783 JULY 20 Northern Hills Community Band performance 7 pm Sturgis City Park Sturgis, SD 57785
JULY 22-26 Days of ’76 Rodeos and Historic Parades Tuesday, July 22 10 am — PRCA Steer Roping Wednesday, July 23 8 am — Timed Event Slack 7 pm — PRCA Rodeo – military Appreciation Night Thursday, July 24 7 pm — PRCA Rodeo Friday, July 25 1:30 pm — Historic Parade 7 pm — PRCA Rodeo – Tough Enough to Wear Pink Day Saturday, July 26 10 am — Historic Parade 1:30 pm — PRCA Rodeo 7:00 pm — PRCA Rodeo – Final Performance www.daysof76.com JULY 24 Aaron Watson in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 24 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors & fun Band: Unfinished Business JULY 25 Sara Evans in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 25-27 OMA Offroad & ATV Nationals Friday, July 25 Manufacturer/Dealer Ride Exhibit Saturday, July 26 1:30 pm — Fun Race 6:30 pm — Pro Autograph Session @Knuckle Saloon/Live Band following Sunday, July 27 10:30 am — Amatuer Racing 1 pm –Moto 1 Main Event 3:30 pm – Moto 2 Main Event 7 pm — Pro Awards Ceremony, Downtown Sturgis, SD 57785 JULY 26 Casey Donahew Band in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 27 Tesla in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com JULY 31 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors & fun Band: Itty Bitty Opry Band
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AUGUST 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Downtown Friday Nights 6-9 pm 8/1 - Music by The Outer Vibe 8/8 – Music by Matt Begley & Bitter Wiskey 8/15 – Music by Judd Hoos 8/22 – Music by The Jam Band with special guest Ana Gagliano 8/29 – Music by In Aix Main Street www. DowntownSpearfish.com Spearfish, SD 57783
AUGUST 14 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors and fun Band: In Aix
AUGUST 20 Pat Benatar in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com
AUGUST 15 Picnic on the Lawn: Trails Less Traveled 12:00 pm Lonis Wendt will recount the extraordinary lengths of rediscovering the gold rush wagon trails into Deadwood. Wendt will discuss everything from meeting landowners to uncovering historical writings concerning the trail; its value to the miners, entrepreneurs and businessmen; and the historical changes which occurred during and after the gold rush. Bring a lunch and enjoy the Historic Adams House lawn. Admission by donation. In case of inclement weather, the lecture will be moved to the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC). Historic Adams House 605-578-3724 www.deadwoodhistory.com 22 Van Buren Avenue Deadwood, SD 57732
AUGUST 21 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors and fun Band: Crashwagon
AUGUST 2-10 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally & Races 605-347-2556 www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com AUGUST 4 Legend’s Ride Celebrities lead the 50-mile ride from Deadwood to Sturgis to help raise money for regional charities. Followed by a headlining concert. 605-578-1876 1-800-999-1876 www.deadwood.com AUGUST 5 Randy Houser in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com AUGUST 5-6 10 am – 6 pm Pappy Hoel Classic Race Vintage Races. Harley-Davidson vs. Indian Sturgis Fairgrounds Half Mile Track on Ball Park Road 605-490-3632 Sturgis, SD 57785 AUGUST 7 Stoney LaRue in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com AUGUST 7 Hometown Thursdays 6pm - 9pm Downtown, Belle Fourche, SD www.hometownthursdays.com Free Outdoor music, vendors and fun Band: Matt Begley & Bitter Whiskey AUGUST 12 Lead Live 5-8 pm Outdoor Music, Vendors, Food & Fun for the whole family 5-6 pm — Shantel Bolks 6:30-8 pm — Dylan Lewis & Jamie Lynn Manuel Brothers Park Lead Area Chamber of Commerce 605-584-1100 www.leadmethere.org Lead, SD 57754 AUGUST 14 The Music of Abba in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr.
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AUGUST 16 Family Day Workshop 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Open to children of all ages and their families. Join Deadwood History education staff as we welcome the Black Hills Raptors Center. Families will get a chance to meet a few of the birds from the Center, located in Rapid City. Participants will also be given an in-depth lesson on local birds of prey. Days of ’76 Museum. Admission charged. Reservations required. Days of ’76 Museum 605-578-1657 www.deadwoodhistory.com 18 76th Drive Deadwood, SD 57732 AUGUST 17 Willie Nelson in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com AUGUST 17 Leading Ladies Marathon Spearfish Canyon www.leadingladiesmarathon.com Spearfish, SD 57783 AUGUST 19 Jami Lynn Concert 7:00 - 8:00 pm Enjoy a concert with singer/songwriter Jami Lynn on the lawn of the Historic Adams House. Jami Lynn performs original folk and Americana accompanied on banjo and guitar. Many of her songs are inspired by historic South Dakota stories and landscapes. Admission by donation. Historic Adams House Side Yard 605-578-3724 www.deadwoodhistory.com
AUGUST 21-24 Kool Deadwood Nites Classid Cars, Classic Fun and Classic Music Enjoy parades, show and shines and FREE concerts on main Street featuring the biggest names in rock ‘n roll history. Thursday, August 21 4-6 pm — Live DJ and Games, History and Information Center Parking 4-9 pm — People’s Choice Awards Voting, History and Information Center Parking Lot and portions of Main Street. 7-10 pm — 7th Annual Sock Hop – Featuring the Roselles Brother’s Band and Danny & the Juniors, Main Street. 10 pm — People’s Choice Awards Results, Main Street stage. Friday, August 22 10 am – 2 pm — Deadwood Rod Run - Escorted tour through beautiful Spearfish or Vanocker Canyon. 4 pm — Free Concerts – Featuring The Kid and Nic Show, DD and the Fayrohs and Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, Main Street. Saturday, August 23 8 am – noon — Classic Car Competition/Judging, Days of ’76 Rodeo Grounds/Ferguson Field across from the First Gold Hotel. 9 am — Classic Car Auction, Deadwood Mountain Grand. Contact McPherson Auction at 605-3481369 or email info@mcphersonauction.com. 10 am – 4 pm — Poker Runs throughout the Black Hills. 5 pm — Awards party, Tin Lizzie Noon — Elvis Impersonator, Bill Schott and the Fuzzy Dice Band, Tin Lizzie. 5 pm — Free Concerts – Featuring The Kid & Nic Show, DD and the Fayroh’s and Gary Puckett, Main Street. Sunday, August 24 9 am — Parade 9 am — Classic Car Auction, Deadwood Mountain Grand - Contact McPherson Auction at 605-3481369 or email info@mcphersonauction.com Show and Shine, Main Street - immediately following the parade until 2pm. 11 am — Awards, Parking lot at the History and Information Center 605-578-1876 1-800-999-1876 www.deadwood.com AUGUST 21 – 24 Early Automobiles in the Black Hills 9:00 am – 5:00 pm The Adams Museum will host a pho-
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tographic exhibit to celebrate Kool Deadwood Nites. Come see what the predecessors of these fabulous street cars looked like. Admission by donation. Adams Museum 605-578-1714 www.deadwoodhistory.com 54 Sherman Street Deadwood, SD 57732 AUGUST 27-31 8th Annual Sturgis Mustang Rally Wednesday, August 27 1-6 pm — Military & Veterans Tribute Run, ThunderDome 7-9 pm — Launch Box Competition for the 1st Generation Mustangs, ThunderDome Thursday, August 28th Noon-4 pm — Dyno-Challenge 10 am-5 pm — Mustang Fun Run begins, Thunderdome 6-7 pm — Burn-Out Competition 7-9 pm — Launch Box Competition for the 1st Generation Mustangs, ThunderDome Friday, August 29th 8 am-5 pm — Black Hills Poker Run, Thunderdome Noon-5 pm — Dyno-Challenge 1 pm-5 pm — 1st Group of Auto Cross Competitionat, ThunderDome 6 pm-9 pm — Mustang Barrel Racing Competition, Lynn’s Dakotamart 9 pm – midnight — Pub Crawl, Sturgis Bars Saturday, August 30th 10 am-4 pm — Show and Shine Competition, Main Street 11 am — Official Main Street Photo 1-3 pm — Mustang Auction, Knuckle Saloon 4:30 pm — Drag Racing Time Trials, Sturgis Dragway 5 pm — Mustang Parad, Sturgis Main Street 6-11 pm — Mustang Drag Racing, Sturgis Dragway Sunday, August 31st 8 am-noon — 2nd Round of Auto-cross Competition, ThunderDome 10 am-2 pm — Poker run Hands Drawn, ThunderDome noon-2 pm — Dice Roll Giveaway Win a New Mustang, ThunderDome 1-5 pm — Finals of Auto-cross Competition, ThunderDome Sturgis, SD 57785 AUGUST 31 Dakota Five-0 Spearfish City Park Spearfish, SD 57783
SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 5 -6 Deadwood Stagecoach Days: 18761890 The event features stagecoach and wagon demonstrations, chuck wagon cook-off, wagon show and dust off, talks by noted historians and wagon experts, old-fashioned games and entertainment. Register early to receive special rates. Days of ’76 Museum 605-722-4800 www.deadwoodhistory.com 18 76th Drive Deadwood, SD 57732 SEPTEMBER 6 Chase Rice in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center
1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com SEPTEMBER 11 Martina McBride in concert 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com SEPTEMBER 12 Youth Art Show 5:00– 7:00 pm The Art Show will be held to honor the work of students who participated in Art Camp. Students are encouraged to bring their family and friends to hear them talk about their work and experience at camp. A variety of media will be displayed including sculpture, watercolor, drawing and more. Open to the public. Light refreshments will be served. Adams Museum 605-578-1657 www.deadwoodhistory.com 54 Sherman Street Deadwood, SD 57732 SEPTEMBER 12-13 Deadwood Jam/Wine & Brew Fest Rock, reggae and blues fill Deadwood for two days of outdoor concerts. 605-578-1876 1-800-999-1876 www.deadwood.com Deadwood, SD 57732 SEPTEMBER 12-14 USA Supermoto Races Main Street Sturgis, SD SEPTEMBER 18 Preservation Thursday: The History of the Pickering-Spotted Tail Beaded Turtle 12:00 pm William D. Haas will present a lecture on the history of Haas’ great grandparents, Henry J. and Elizabeth A. Pickering, and their migration from Pennsylvania to the Black Hills in 1877. According to the story the family met Lakota Chief Spotted Tail in northern Nebraska during this trip. The Pickering family was given two gifts by the Chief and his wife: a beaded turtle and a knife scabbard. The two artifacts were donated by the family to the Adams Museum in the 1940s. Admission by donation. Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center 605-578-1928 www.deadwoodhistory.com 150 Sherman St. Deadwood, SD 57732 SEPTEMBER 21 Eli Young Band 8:00 pm Deadwood Mountain Grand Event Center 1906 Deadwood Mountain Dr. 605-559-1187 www.deadwoodmountaingrand.com SEPTEMBER 27 Harvest Fest Downtown Spearfish Spearfish, SD 57783
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Elkhorn Ridge RV Resort & Cabins 20189 US Hwy 85 Spearfish, SD 57783 605-722-1800 877-722-1800 www.elkhornridgervresort.com Located in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, and ideally located minutes from historic Deadwood, legendary Sturgis, and Spearfish on Interstate 90 at Exit 17. An upscale RV Resort and Campground with 186 RV Sites, 36 Cabin Sites, Shower & Laundry Facilities, Swimming Pool, Hot tubs, Playground, Gift Shop and General Store, lighted tennis & basketball courts, horseshoe pits and an event center for groups of all sizes. Enjoy breakfast or lunch in the Lodge at the Corner Café.
The Deadwood Grille (Located inside The Lodge at Deadwood) 100 Pine Crest Lane, Deadwood (Located on Hwy. 85 across from Tatanka) 605-571-2120 877-DWD-LODG www.DeadwoodLodge.com Recently voted Best Restaurant in the Black Hills, the Deadwood Grille offers unique appetizers, exquisite seafood, Certified Angus Ranch House Steaks, and our Chef’s signature cuisine. The Grille also features an extensive wine selection, paired with our professional and courteous staff,
First Gold Hotel & Gaming 270 Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605-578-9777 800-274-1876 www.firstgold.com Eleven casinos featuring over 300 slot machines ranging from $0.01 to $25, Blackjack, 3-Card Poker and Mississippi Stud (5-card poker game)
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Executive Lodging of the Black Hills 11842 US Hwy 14A I mile east of Deadwood 605-578-3555 866-370-3555 www.executive-lodging.com The best way to stay and play in the Black Hills of South Dakota! We offer dozens of luxury fully furnished vacation homes and lodges sprinkled throughout the Black Hills. Executive Lodging of the Black Hills offers 24/7 assistance to our guests and is a AAA approved vacation home rental company in South Dakota. First Gold Hotel 270 Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605-578-9777
800-274-1876 www.firstgold.com Over 200 deluxe hotel accommodations, 24 hour gaming halls, dining room, Banquet and meeting rooms available. Full service lounge. On-site parking. Mineral Palace Hotel & Gaming 601 Historic Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 1-800-847-2522 www.mineralpalace.com Located in the heart of historic Deadwood, the complex includes a grand and gracious 75-unit hotel, casino, a first-class restaurant saloon, liquor store, gift shop and free onsite parking for our patrons. Whether you’re partaking in Deadwood’s legendary gaming halls, exploring
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to ensure you have a great dining experience. Gem Steakhouse (Mineral Palace Hotel & Gaming) 601 Historic Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 1-800-847-2522 www.mineralpalace.com The Gem Steakhouse and Saloon offers hand-cut steaks and fine wine in a fun atmosphere. The Gem’s menu is ba sed on the real-life characters featured in the well-known Deadwood television series. Our angus ribeyes, filets and sirloins have been aged at least 21 days. Our delicious specialties
include garlic ribeye and bleu sirloin. We also serve delicious buffalo meat from animals that are hand-selected from our own South Dakota-raised herd. Gold Nugget Buffet (First Gold Hotel & Gaming) 270 Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605-578-9777 800-274-1876 www.firstgold.com 3 Buffets served every day in the Golden Nugget Buffet rooms. USDA Coice Prime Rib served nightly and on Friday & Saturday Prime Rib & Crab.
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Mineral Palace Hotel & Gaming 601 Historic Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 1-800-847-2522 www.mineralpalace.com Exciting times await you, featuring more than 350 slot machines! Test your skills at blackjack, 3-card poker or double-deck black jack. Mineral Palace Progressive Slots have a 95% payout! We also offer penny, nickel, quarter, dollar, five dollar and twentyfive dollar slot machines.
The Lodge at Deadwood 100 Pine Crest Lane, Deadwood (Located on Hwy. 85 across from Tatanka) 605-571-2131 877-DWD-LODG www.DeadwoodLodge.com Opened in Dec of 2009, the Lodge offers a spacious and comfortable Las Vegas-style casino with free onsite parking. The casino features over 260 slot games, 12 table games, roulette, the Rounder’s Poker Room
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the stunning backcountry of the Black Hills or enjoying a romantic rendezvous, our tastefully appointed guest rooms and suites offer welcome and luxurious comforts. The Lodge at Deadwood 100 Pine Crest Lane, Deadwood (Located on Hwy. 85 across from Tatanka) 605-584-4800 877-DWD-LODG www.DeadwoodLodge.com We offer 140 luxury rooms and suites and Deadwood’s largest indoor water play land. The Lodge also features Oggies Sports Bar, the casual fine-dining of the Deadwood Grille, the Deadwood Convention Center with full banquet services, a 24 hour fitness center, and a spacious Las Vegas style casino.
Deli opens nightly. Oggie's Sports Bar & Emporium (Located inside The Lodge at Deadwood) 100 Pine Crest Lane, Deadwood (Located on Hwy. 85 across from Tatanka) 605-571-2120 877-DWD-LODG www.DeadwoodLodge.com Offering an extensive menu that features award winning hot wings, hand tossed pizzas, fresh salads, steaks, burgers, and signature sandwiches, Oggie’s Sport bar is a great place to meet your friends or watch your favorite sporting events.
and the Essentials Gift shop. Receive complimentary bottled beer and well drinks while playing at the tables. VFW 10 Pine Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605-722-9914 9:30am-12:00am Slots, liquor, live music monthly. Bingo every Monday at 6:45pm.
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Continued from pg. 5 Learning Tree, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Sawyer Trail Committee. And in turn, Coburn’s co-board members thanked him. “The job Bill Coburn has done has taken so much dedication,” said Sawyer Memorial Trust Board Secretary/Treasurer Ron Island. “He was really the backbone for the whole drive. Bill has taken ahold of the project and his professional forestry background has really been an asset to all of us. His father and grandfather were both on the Sawyer Memorial Trust board, so this is really a legacy for him.” To celebrate the official opening of the Sawyer Memorial Trail, an interpretive one-half mile circle walking trail, the Sawyer Memorial Trust hosted a dedication ceremony, complete with an organized, narrated trail tour and celebratory lunch held at the Brownsville Fire Department. Pioneer photo by Jaci Conrad Pearson
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Deadwood Chinatown coin collection headed to conservation facility
Deadwood City Archivist Mike Runge looks to accession records and other reference materials in showing examples of Deadwood’s Chinese coin collection, their dates and identifying marks. Pioneer photos by Jaci Conrad Pearson
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Jaci Conrad Pearson — Black Hills Pioneer DEADWOOD — While they were worth five, maybe 10 cents back in an earlier era, today, their value is priceless in preserving an important part of Deadwood’s early cultural past – Chinatown. The Deadwood City Commission recently approved a recommendation from Deadwood Historic Preservation Officer Kevin Kuchenbecker to hire the Maryland Department of Planning for the conservation of 186 copper alloy coins, more specifically, the currency recovered from the Chinatown excavations, at a cost not to exceed $4,400. “As of 2012, approximately 80 percent of the copper alloy coins in the Deadwood Chinatown collection have been infected with bronze disease,” Kuchenbecker said. “Bronze disease is the decomposition copper bearing alloys caused by salts found in the ground. If left untreated, the coins will eventually disintegrate.” As part of the project, the Maryland Department of Planning Conservation Laboratory will x-ray, remove corrosion, desalinate and seal the coins as part of the conservation treatments. Upon completion, the coins will be placed on public display in the Deadwood museums and/or visitor centers. Deadwood City Archivist Mike Runge explained that there were a total of 212 tokens found during the Chinatown excavation, both American and Chinese tokens and currency. “And they’re not necessarily from Deadwood,” Runge said. “For example, there was a Union Pacific token.” The American currency dates from the 1850s to the 1920s and features just about every denomination, including 50-cent pieces, dimes, nickels and pennies. “We’re focusing on the Chinese tokens because they’re in the worst shape,” Runge said. “We’re hoping that when they x-ray the tokens the characters will pop on these. Some of these are fairly early coins.” Runge showed an example of a Chien Tung coin found dating from 1736-1795. “This is the type of Chinese currency they carried around with them,” Runge said. “It was definitely brought in and shows had a Chinese culture here.” The China Town collection contains approximately 250,000 artifacts. In 2010, the city of Deadwood and the Historic Preservation Commission became stewards of the collection. “It’s not just about having the artifacts here, it’s also about taking care of them and this is one way of taking care of this entire assemblage of materials,” Runge said. Funds for the conservation will come from the special needs line item in the 2014 city archives budget.
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Angela • $6,459 The Lodge
Jennifer • $5,667 The Lodge
Eric • $13,824 The Lodge
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Deadwood Trolley Schedule Summer Hours: Memorial Day to mid September Sunday to Thursday 7 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. Friday & Saturday 7 a.m. - 3 a.m. Winter Hours: October 8, 2013-May 26, 2014 Sunday to Thursday 8 a.m. - Midnight Friday & Saturday 7 a.m. - 3 a.m.
Trolleys run at regular intervals between all hotels, motels and other key points throughout Deadwood. Cost is $1.00 per ride. Hours are subject to change. The hourly trolley schedule is posted on the back of the Min Street Trolley stop signs. For more information contact:
City of Deadwood Trolley Department 605-578-2622
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Legends of Deadwood Hickok spilled his hand — pairs of black aces and eights — known forevermore as “Deadman’s Hand.” Quickly apprehended, McCall said he’d killed Hickok because “Wild Bill” had killed his brother. A miners’ court figured that was an acceptable defense and let him go. The drunken McCall just couldn’t keep his mouth shut about the killing. He bragged one too many times that he’d killed Hickok and was arrested, tried in Yankton and hung on March 1, 1877. According to legend, “The Deadman’s Hand” is aces (clubs & spades) and eights (clubs & spades) with the fifth card being the nine of diamonds.
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Wild Bill Hickok Wild Bill Hickok: Born James Butler Hickok in Troy Grove, Illinois on May 27, 1837. He married Mrs. Agnes Thatcher on March 5, 1876 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Wild Bill was murdered in the original Saloon No. 10 on August 2, 1876 by Jack McCall.
Quite aside from images of the Black Hills gold rush and the Sioux Indian wars, Deadwood is famed in the public’s mind as the place where “Wild Bill” Hickok was murdered while playing poker in Saloon No. 10, holding the “Deadman’s Hand” of aces, eights and the nine of diamonds. Civil War spy, scout and sharpshooter, Indian fighter, frontier lawman and showman with Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West Show, Hickok was part of the West’s romantic image — aided no doubt by a Harpers New Monthly Magazine article about him in those terms in 1867. The reality was more complicated, as a variety of books and Internet resources note. Hickok joined a flood of miners, shopkeepers, prostitutes, card players, bunco artists and outlaws, invading the raw and just-formed town of Deadwood in June of 1876. By all accounts, his intent in coming to Deadwood was to separate prospectors and miners from their gold — not at the point of a gun, but at the poker tables with a winning hand and two pistols at hand for any sore Destination Deadwood
losers in the bunch. Hickok was highly motivated — he was a newlywed with a wife to support. His bride, the former Mrs. Agnes Thatcher was waiting for Hickok back in Cheyenne. One of the first of the “fast guns” of the West, Hickok could shoot with a pistol in both hands. He carried his guns butt-forward in his belt — an awkward position for others, but it worked well for him. Historians debate how good he really was as a marksman, but few cared to get shot at by Hickok — calm, deliberate and unflustered when taking aim. Hickok had a couple of habits that served him well in the rowdy bars of the West. He’d pour his drinks with his left hand, leaving his best gun hand at the ready. When gambling, Hickok wanted to sit with his back to a wall, eliminating the possibility that an enemy could simply walk up to his back and blow his head off. Ironically, that’s exactly what happened on August 2, 1876, during a card game in the No. 10 Saloon. Hickok walked in and noticed a poker game was in progress, but the only empty seat at the table faced away from the saloon’s doorway. Hickok failed to persuade others at the table to trade seats with him, then decided to take the open seat. It proved to be a fatal mistake. Focused on a game in which he’d already lost several hands, Hickok never saw a loafer named Jack McCall walk up within three feet, pull a .45 out of his coat and pull the trigger. The bullet blew through Hickok’s head and out his cheek, lodging in the wrist of a gambler on the other side of the table.
Calamity Jane: Born Martha Jane Canary near Princeton, Missouri, in 1852. She was married a number of times — her last husband was Clinton Burke. Noted for dressing, most of the time, in men’s clothing and for wild behavior. Calamity Jane was also known by the early miners and settlers for a kind and generous nature. She died in Terry, an upper Hills mining camp, on August 1, 1903 and is buried, as was her request, “next to Wild Bill.” No authentic record exists that she had any intimate relationship with Bill. As many of the historical legends which creep into Americana, fiction and fact make up the story of Calamity Jane Dalton Canary Burke, known in the West simply as “Calamity Jane”. She was the lady bullwhacker whose language was so strong that brave men feared it more than her gun — which nearly always hit its mark. Several villages - Fort Laramie, Wyo.; Burlington, Iowa.; Princeton or St. Louis, Mo. ... even LaSalle, Ill., claim to be her birthplace, but no one knows for sure. It is generally accepted that Calamity Jane was the daughter of a soldier named Dalton or Canary and that she was born around1852. At age 19, Calamity Jane appeared at old Fort Bridger, frequenting the saloons, hurdy gurdy and gambling joints and scorning the ways of women. Calamity Jane joined the Jenny Expedition into the Black Hills of the western Dakota Territory in the early 1870’s, taking the place of a homesick soldier. She kept her identity a secret until one day she plunged into a stream for a swim and revealed, much to the surprise of her fellow pilgrims, that she was indeed a woman. Calamity Jane was allowed to stay with the outfit — there was nothing else to do with her — but was demoted from the ranks to driving a bull team. Calamity Jane had been a good soldier, but she was an even better bullwhacker. Her bull whip lashed out viciously to nick any animal that was “gold-bricking,” and her curses surpassed those of the most hardened and toughest bullwhackers in a rough and tough era of the American frontier. Calamity Jane came to Deadwood during the spring of 1876. The Gulch region became her permanent home for the rest of her life, although she ventured elsewhere many times. She whooped it up with the prospectors and the gamblers on nearly a nightly basis in the saloons and gambling halls of Deadwood. She
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always got what she wanted, a sack of groceries for a sick miner or a ticket home for a wayward saloon girl . . . all at the point of a gun. Her poker winnings often went to help the down-and-outers who were always found around the camp. Calamity Jane was said to be in love with Wild Bill Hickok. Maybe she was, but the romance was apparently one-sided. Wild Bill never strayed and never forgot the lovely Agnes, his bride of only a few weeks whom he had left in Cheyenne before traveling to Deadwood to seek his fortune in the gold rush. When Wild Bill was killed, Calamity Jane was said to have either captured single-handedly or, at least helped to capture his murderer, Jack McCall. Old-timers who knew this lady wildcat often said they doubted that she had much to do with the capture of McCall. They believed if she had, and if she were carrying a torch for Wild Bill, that she would not have permitted his assassin to live long enough to stand trial. When smallpox broke out in the Deadwood gold mine camp, Calamity Jane devoted herself to caring for the sick men. She brought most of the patients through. Many a pock-marked old man of the Black Hills in later year called her “an angel” From Deadwood, when the camp began to settle into respectability, Calamity Jane wandered around the country to places such as Leadville, Alaska, California and Montana, but she always came back to her Deadwood home. Calamity Jane went East to play in vaudeville. It was said she couldn’t keep sober long enough and her language was too rough for the tenderfoot audiences of Eastern cities. The cowboys of Belle Fourche, the center of the cattle camps, knew her as a howling drunkard. They often saw her staggering down the street, ride their wild horses, nurse the sick, and cook the best meals they ever had in those parts. She was married . . . every now and then . . . and kept the name of one of the first of her husbands - Burke. She also had a daughter about whom little is known. At the turn of century she came back to Deadwood for the last time from one of her
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many far-flung excursions. Every person who knew her at this period told a different story about her. She was good and kind, she took care of the less fortunate, she was drunk and disorderly, she was a renegade - but none ever said she stole or committed a serious crime. The end came for Calamity Jane — a tired and unhappy woman, her dark beauty ravaged by hard living — in a boarding house in Terry. A combination of pneumonia and alcoholism carried her off on August 1, 1903. Her funeral was the largest ever held in Deadwood. One writer declared at the time that “10,000 persons with not one mourner among them” attended the funeral. She was buried at Mt. Moriah Cemetery beside Wild Bill, forever close to him in death but never in life. The legend of Calamity Jane continues to grow today as the summer breeze and winter snows roll over her quiet grave on the tree covered hilltop.
“Charles Utter, nuisance, keeping a dance house. To Mr. Utter the Court delivered a very severe lecture, condemning all such practices in unmeasured terms. But in consideration that Mr. Utter had closed the place (Judge Moody) sentenced him to one hour’s confinement and a fifty dollar fine and costs.” Utter departed Deadwood after a fire swept through and destroyed much of the town on September 26, l879. He was later rumored to be practicing medicine in Panama.
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Seth Bullock is a notable Westerner, not only here in the Black Hills, but in Montana and Wyoming as well. Before coming to Deadwood, Bullock was a member of the 1871 and 72 sessions of the Territorial Senate of Montana, during which he introduced a resolution calling upon the U.S. Congress to set aside Yellowstone as the nation’s first national park. The Montana Legislature and Congress approved the measure and Yellowstone National Park was created in 1872. Bullock entered into partnership with Sol Star in the hardware business in Helena, Mont. and the two ventured to Deadwood in 1876 and opened a highly successful hardware store in the booming gold camp. The hardware store was remodeled and turned into the historic Bullock Hotel, with luxury accomodations for those days. When a smallpox epidemic threatened the raw town, Bullock was elected treasurer of the Board of Health and Street Commissioners — the first unofficial government. The murder of Wild Bill Hickok sparked a loud demand for law and order and Bullock was quickly tapped to serve as the town’s first sheriff. With the aid of tough deputies, Bullock quickly tamed the wild streets, bars and gambling halls with minimal fuss or new graves at Mt. Moriah. More peaceful pursuits followed and Bullock was soon appointed as the first U.S. Marshal of the Dakota Territory. He found time to ranch on the Belle Fourche River and was the first in the territory to plant alfalfa. His leadership led to building a federal fish hatchery for the Black Hills, in Spearfish. Bullock founded the town of Belle Fourche (which later became a huge livestock shipping point). A lifelong friend of Theodore Roosevelt from the 1890s, Bullock was appointed by “Teddy” as the first Forest Supervisor of the Black Hills Forest Reserve, predecessor to today’s Black Hills National Forest. Roosevelt invited Bullock and his wife to London to “show off the splendid looking”
“Colorado” Charlie Utter is known locally as a good friend to “Wild Bill” Hickok. Indeed, Utter saw to it that his good “pard” was properly buried. A notice was posted around town, alerting citizens that funeral services would be held “at Charlie Utter’s camp on Thursday afternoon, August 3, l876, a three o’clock p.m. All are respectfully invited to attend.” Utter even wrote Hickok’s epitaph for a grave marker. It seemed like the least he could do, seeing as how Utter brought Hickock to the Black Hills. Utter organized a wagon train in Georgetown, Colorado, which swung through Cheyenne, Wyoming, on the way to the gold strike. That’s where Hickok joined the wagon train. A Colorado newspaper described Utter as a “courageous little man” wearing fringed leggings and coat and sporting gold and silver decorated revolvers. Utter was also fastidious, insisting on a daily bath. In those days, weekly, monthly, quarterly or even annual baths were more familiar to the denizens of Deadwood, who’d gather to view Utter’s bathing with bemusement and wonder. Utter reportedly chastised his friend Hickok for curling up, uninvited, in Utter’s blankets. Fortunately for Utter, Hickok did not take offense (he was somewhat drunk) as Utter dragged Hickok out of the tent and stripped him of the warm blanket — all the while turning the air blue with a stream of curses. Hickok merely shrugged it off and found somewhere else to finish his nap. After Hickok’s murder, Utter reportedly turned his entrepreneurial spirit to letter and freight delivery, mining and gambling. The Lead newspaper Black Hills Times, June 24, l879 reported: Destination Deadwood
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sheriff and Roosevelt’s “typical ideal American.” Roosevelt’s death in 1919 shattered Bullock. Despite his own frail condition, Bullock quickly built the Roosevelt Monument on Mt. Roosevelt across the Gulch from Mt. Moriah. Months later, Bullock died of cancer at the age of 70 and was buried, at his request, on the hill-side above Mt. Moriah.
is on display at Deadwood’s Adams Museum — the real nugget safely tucked away in storage. Johnny became a local and national hero, loved for his warm personality and magical way with children. He was a favorite of all those who visited his diggings or met him on the streets of Deadwood. He wore his hair long, and peered through spectacles perched on his short nose. After dying of old age at the age of 77 after a short illness, his body was buried at Mt. Moriah Cemetery, near Wild Bill and Calamity Jane. When his funeral procession rolled past the Adams Museum, the carillon chimes tolled 77 times.
Potato Creek Johnny “Potato Creek Johnny” or Johnny Perett, was one of the Old West’s most respected and peaceable men. Full grown, the Welshman stood an impish 4 foot, 3 inches. He searched the West for adventure and dabbled in many pursuits before settling down to prospecting. Potato Creek Johnny staked his claim at Deadwood’s Potato Creek. That’s where he stayed until his death in 1943. While alive, Johnny found what is believed to be the largest gold nugget prospected in the Black Hills. The nugget weighed 7.75 ounces. He sold the nugget to W.E. Adams, and a replica
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Mt. Moriah Cemetery
The Mt. Moriah Cemetery was established in 1877-1878, because of the ever increasing demands on the Ingleside Cemetery which was down the hill. Many buried at the old cemetery were later exhumed and reburied at Mt. Moriah. Mt. Moriah has numerous sections: Chinese - only a few graves exist, since most bodies were exhumed and returned to China for religious reasons; Jewish - complete with tombstones inscribed in Hebrew; Masonic - one of the most attractive sections; Potters Fields - for early day indigents and prostitutes, most unmarked; also a Civil War Veterans section called War Memorial The following are some of the more wellknown residents: James Butler Hickok “Wild Bill” (died 1876) marshal, Army scout, gunman and gambler John Perrett “Potato Creek Johnny”(died 1943) prospector reported to have found the largest gold nugget in the Black Hills Martha Canary “Calamity Jane” (1850-1903) need we say more? Henry Weston Smith “Preacher Smith” (died 1876) well-like local Methodist minister Seth Bullock - One of Deadwood’s most notable citizen’s W.E. Adams (died 1934) pioneer businessman, Deadwood mayor, est. Adams House Museum Colonel John Lawrence - governor of Dakota Territory and namesake of Lawrence County Willis H. Bonham ( 1847-1927) editor and publisher of the Deadwood-Pioneer Times newspaper for nearly 50 years. Please remember that Mt. Moriah is first and foremost a cemetery. It should be afforded the respect which any final resting place of the dead deserves. Address: 2 Mt. Moriah Rd (605) 722-0837 Owned by the City of Deadwood Parks, Cemetery & Rec Department
Historic Adams House Spring Hours: April Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with tours at the top of the hour. Last tour at 4 p.m. Summer Hours: May-September Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last tour at 5 p.m. 22 Van Buren Ave., Deadwood (605) 578-3724 www.deadwoodhistory.com
Homestake Adams Research & Cultural Center
Adams Museum
The Adams Museum once served as a cabinet of curiosities but has evolved into the premiere history museum in the Black Hills. Featuring a collection of artwork and artifacts reflecting the natural history and pioneer past of the northern Black Hills. The museum was founded by W.E. Adams in 1930. Step into the past and discover a rare plesiosaur, the mysterious Thoen Stone, impressive collections of paintings, guns, photographs, minerals and Native American artifacts. Adams Museum Spring Hours: March-April: Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Summer Hours: May-September: Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 54 Sherman St., Deadwood (605) 578-1714 www.deadwoodhistory.com
Historic Adams House
The Adams House recounts the real tragedies and triumphs of two of the communities founding families. Following the death of W.E. Adams in 1934, his second wife closed the house. For a halfcentury, time stood still. Linens lay folded in drawers, fine china remained stacked in cupboards and cookies kept a lonely vigil in their clear glass jar. Painstainly restored and preserved by leading experts in historic
The Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center (HARCC) protects and makes accessible, for the first time ever, the history of the Homestake Mining Company. The 10,000 cubic foot Homestake Mining Company archival collection is of national significance. While there are many aspects that make the Homestake Mining Company unique, it is also representative of an industry of iconic proportions that dominated and helped settle much of
Founded by one of Deadwood’s pioneer business leaders in memory of his wife and daughters, they provide a lasting link between today’s visitor and thousand of faceless miners, muleskinner and madams in whose footsteps they walk.
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preservation, the Adams House was reopened to the public in 2000, revealing a time capsule in a place where legends still live. Tour rooms and grounds of this elegant Victorian mansion and learn why it was once Deadwood’s social center.
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Broken Boot Gold Mine Step into history and dig into the past.
Western America. Mining deeds, land claims, mineral surveys, annual reports, exploration and production records, photographs, assay ledgers, timber contracts and a plethora of other mining-related documents, dating from 1876 to 2002, detail the company’s 126-year history in Lead, South Dakota and far beyond. As the newest entity affiliated with the Adams Museum & House, Inc., HARCC serves as a destination that appeals to geologists, paleontologists, archaeologists, genealogists, historians, authors, scholars and the general public. It is a testament to the mining industry that helped shape America, allowing it to grow into an industrial nation. HARCC is a research center with a reputation for thoroughness assisting in multi-disciplined fields of study that expand HARCC’s credibility as a national resource, and, by its very nature, creates greater research opportunities on a state and national level. Monday - Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by appointment. 150 Sherman St. Deadwood, SD 57732 605-722-4800 www.adamsmuseumandhouse.org
Adams Museum & House “Where Legends Live”
constructed 32,000-square-foot museum is home to collections of Western and American Indian artifacts, archives, photos and artwork. It houses one of the nation’s most significant collections of American Western history. The four important collections are Wagons & Vehicles, Rodeo Collection, Clothing Collection and Clowser Collection. Open year round - Closed Holidays Spring Hours: March-April Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Summer Hours: May-September Daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 18 76th Drive, Deadwood, SD 57732 Adjacent to the Days of ‘76 Rodeo arena. 605-722-4800
Days of ‘76 Museum
The Days of ‘76 Museum began informally, as a repository for the horse drawn wagons and stagecoaches, carriages, clothing, memorabilia and archives generated by the Days of ‘76 Celebration. The newly
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In the spring of 1876, the call of GOLD led a flood of miners, merchants, muleskinners and madams to sweep into Deadwood Gulch. The intriguing story of one of America's last great gold rushes
comes to life at Deadwood's Broken Boot Gold Mine, established in 1878. Eager to enter the untamed frontier and become rich on the gold that was surely concealed in it, Olaf Seim and James Nelson came to the Black Hills and dug a mine just outside Deadwood in 1878. Known simply as Seim's (pronounced SIGNS) Mine, it produced about 15,000 ounces of gold for its two young owners over a period of 26 years - which wasn't very much. In fact, the men averaged only about 1.5 ounces of the yellow metal per day. But gold wasn't the only metal Seim and Nelson found in their mine. They also found plenty of iron pyrite, or fool's gold. It closed in 1904, only to reopen briefly in 1917. With World War I raging, demand was high for iron and sulfur - crucial components of gunpowder - and Seim's Mine had enough to become profitable again. But when the war ended in 1918, so did the mine's lease on life. Seim's Mine sat vacant for thirty-six years. In 1954, a group of Deadwood businessmen wanted to repair the mine and re-open it as a tourist attraction. the mine was leased it to the businessmen. During the renovations to make it safe for tours, the crews found an old worn boot (among other long-forgotten relics) in a back chamber.
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Seizing the opportunity, they decided to rechristen the mine as the Broken Boot. The Broken Boot has been giving tours to visitors ever since. In fact, the Broken Boot has operated longer and more successfully as a visitor attraction than it did as a working mine. Open Mid May - Mid September Tours every 30 minutes - 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. 1200 Pioneer Way (605) 578-1876. www.brokenbootgoldmine.com
Celebrity Memorabilia
If you love the movies and the Celebrities then this is the place to go. You will see the Transformer Cars, Herbie the Lovebug, Evil Knievels personal motorcycle, and Ann Margaret’s motorcycle. They offer over 75 displays of Celebrity Memorabilia: Tom Hanks year book, Pirates of the Caribbean sword, Back to the Future, Seabiscuit, Meg Ryans dress in Sleepless in Seattle and so much more. Free Admission. Celebrity Hotel & Casino 629 Main Street Deadwood, SD 57732 605-578-1909 1-888-399-1886 www.celebritycasinos.com
and Supplies and much more. Winter Hours: Museum Only Oct. - April 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Summer Hours: May-Sept. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 323 W. Main St, Lead, SD 57754 (605) 584-1605 www.blackhillsminingmuseum.com
Historic Homestake Opera House
Lead’s Homestake Opera House being restored to former glory The large, beautiful Historic Homestake Opera House and Recreation center was built in 1914 with the finest materials available at the time. The idea was conceived by Phoebe Hearst, wife of gold magnate George Hearst and his mining superintendent, Thomas Grier as a place of enjoyment for their miner workers and families. The construction was funded by the Homestake Gold Mine.
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Share the thrill experienced by the old time prospectors by panning your own GOLD! Walk through time with “miner” tour guides in timbered passages of a simulated underground gold mine. View historic mining artifacts and local history exhibits. This museum includes a historic video presentation of mining in the Black Hills, a gift shop with Gold Panning Books
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of new windows and doors located in the theater and the front entrance of the building. The Historic Homestake Opera House Society, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was founded in 1996 and is dedicated to the restoration, use and preservation for future generations of the Opera House, based upon the steadfast belief that this once-thriving creative center is one cornerstone for the preservation, renewal and development of the Lead community. All this work is credited to generous donors and grants received from South Dakota Historic Preservation, Deadwood Historic Preservation, the Mary Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation and the City of Lead. At this time, the theater seats 350. Tours of the Historic Homestake Opera House are available daily by reservation. Please call 605-929-6427 to schedule a tour. For more information: Sarah Carlson, director PO Box 412 313 W. Main Street, Lead, SD 57754 605-584-2067 office 605-929-6427 cell opera@rushmore.com HomestakeOperaHouse.org Visit our Facebook page
Vaudeville shows, international ballet, operas, boxing matches and all kinds of performing arts were presented there. Silent movies and then ‘talkies’ were shown and sound was produced by the popular Wurlitzer organ. The building was nearly destroyed by fire in 1984, but extensive and ongoing restoration work has made it possible to house live performances and events yearround. Musical performances are not the only event gracing the stage of the HHOH. Interest in using the facility for meetings, seminars, weddings and private engagements continues to grow. Restoration projects that have been completed in 2010-2011 include: a beautifully restored women’s lounge; a brand new theater sound system; a renovated stamped concrete courtyard entrance and replacement and installation
It’s about hard work, it’s about discovery, it’s about people their families and the history of the oldest gold mine in the West. Homestake is more than a museum. The Homestake Mine was the oldest and deepest mine in the Western Hemisphere reaching more than 8,000 feet below the town of Lead. Since it’s closure in 2002 local and state officials have been working hard to turn the former mine into a world-class scientific research laboratory. You can still take surface tours that offer the rare chance to witness the evolution of American gold mining from the early days of panning and digging to today’s hightech methods. You will learn about the early years of the mine, the gold recovery process and innovations, such as the hoists that provided access for personnel and materials into the underground. With Homestake’s fascinating tour, displays, mining artifacts and terrific gift shop, your family will be sure to have a blast. Surface Tours daily May - September Hours: Oct.-April Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; May-Sept. Daily 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 160 W. Main St., Lead, SD 57754 (605)584-3110 www.homestakevisitorcenter.com
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George S. Mickelson Trail
The 109-mile-long Mickelson Trail follows the historic Deadwood to Edgemont Burlington Northern rail line. SD’s first rails to trails project. Enjoyed by hikers, bikers & horseback riders. 14 trailheads, over 100 converted railroad bridges, four hardrock tunnels & numerous services along the trail. Gentle slopes & easy access. 11361 Nevada Gulch Rd.,, Lead, SD 57754. Ph: 605-584-3896 mickelsontrail.com
Historic Matthews Opera House Back in 1906, the new Matthews Opera House was the center for entertainment in the Northern Hills, hosting touring companies and vaudevillians. Time seems to have stood still, for today the ornate woodwork, the murals and the brightly painted advertising on the act curtain are throwbacks to the turn-of-the century. Built by a wealthy Wyoming cattleman, the original “cost of the opera house was no less than $25,000!”
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In 1989, the Matthews Opera House Society began restoration of the building. In 1997 the lobby and fireplace room were expanded in 1906 decor, an elevator was installed, and dressing rooms were built. Renovation of the theater itself is nearly complete. Curtain time is 7:30 p.m. for evening performances and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees. Matthews Opera House is located at 614 Main Street, Spearfish. (605) 642-7973 614 1/2 Main St., Spearfish, SD 57783
buff colored and weathered grey and is noted for its caves and fossils. Archaeological evidence indicates big game hunters and their families (PaleoIndians) were present in the area and possibly in the Canyon at least 10,000 years ago. Trees and plants from Rocky Mountains, Easter Deciduous, and Northern Forests, and Great Plains areas can be found here. Canyon vegetation is extremely diverse — of the 1,585 plant species found in South Dakota, 1,260 species are in the Black Hills
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D.C. Booth Historic Fish Hatchery
D.C. Booth Historic National Fish Hatchery is one of the oldest operating fish hatcheries in the country. Established in 1896 to introduce trout populations to the Black Hills of South Dakota and Wyoming, D.C. Booth now serves to protect and preserve fisheries records and artifacts for educational, research, and historic purposes, and provide interpretive and educational programs for visitors. Not only can visitors to the hatchery get up close and personal with tens of thousands of trout in ponds and through the underwater viewing window, but the museum at D.C. Booth is one of the largest collections of American fisheries artifacts and records in the country. The elegant D.C. Booth House, completed in 1905, housed hatchery superintendents until 1984. The home is now decorated with period furnishings and personal mementos. Visitors can also tour the historic fisheries railcar and learn about the vibrant history of a time when fish were transported from hatcheries around the country to lakes and streams by rail. For over 100 years, visitors have enjoyed feeding the fish and strolling through the tranquil grounds. The hatchery is open year-round from dawn to dusk. 423 Hatchery Circle Spearfish, SD 57783 605-642-7730 www.fws.gov/dcbooth
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Main Street, and will take visitors to see the historical sites and hear the fascinating true tales of the most famous, raucous, “rip-roaringist” town in all the West. See it inside and out with Wild Bill’s best “pard,” Colorado Charlie Utter. The tour takes around 45 minutes, at a leisurely pace with frequent stops (does not go to Mt. Moriah). Sept-May: Thurs.-Sun. Noon Cost: $18 for a family, parents and children; $7 for adults; $6 for seniors; $5.50 per person in groups of 8 or more; $5 for children 5-12. Call Randy at 605-484-0338 or email randysc@knology.net for more information.
High Plains Western Heritage Center
The High Plains Western Heritage Center was founded to honor the old west pioneers and Native Americans of five states. This museum features western art, artifacts and memorabilia. It houses the completely restored “original” Spearfish to Deadwood Stagecoach that was bought in 1890 and last ran in 1913. A 200-seat theatre features many historic programs, entertainment, and special events year round. It is open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. For information call (605) 6429378. An admission fee is charged with special rates for families, and organized groups. It is located just off I-90 Exit 14 South, Spearfish. Open 9 am - 5 pm daily. westernheritagecenter.com
Spearfish Canyon National Scenic Byway
Six hundred million or so years ago, long before man walked this area, it was covered by a huge sea. As waters subsided and land masses began to appear — 30 to 60 million years ago — drainages such as Spearfish Canyon formed as softer rock was eroded away. Today, this area is part of the Black Hills National Forest. The Canyon’s high walls are the three dominant rock types. Deadwood shale — at the bottom — which can be identified by its brown color, is multi-layered in appearance and ranges from 10 to 400 feet thick. Englewood limestone — in the middle — is pink to red colored and is 30 to 60 feet thick. Paha Sapa limestone — the top layer and thickest layer (300 to 600 feet) — is
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and Spearfish Canyon is representative of that extreme variety. A great number of bird species may be found throughout the Canyon like turkeys, Blue Jays, Woodpeckers, and Cliff Swallows.
Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club Nestled on the side of a mountain, Elkhorn Ridge Golf Club is a modern Championship 9-hole golf course open to the public featuring breathtaking views of the historic Centennial Valley. These challenging 9 holes afford over 285 feet of elevation change, hidden canyons, elevated tees, and broad sloping greens. 6845 St. Onge Road Spearfish, SD 57783 605-722-4653 www.golfelkhorn.com
Deadwood Alive Historic Walking Tour Deadwood Alive’s troupe now offers Historic Walking Tours that meet in the front entrance of Mustang Sally’s, 634
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The show features true tales of Deadwood’s past, plus period and original music. Watch professional living history presentations by Wild Bill’s best pard, Colorado Charlie Utter and by Charles Raspberry Brown. Sept-May: Thurs.-Sun. 2:00 & 4:00 pm 30-45 minutes show Seth’s Cellar (basement of Bullock Hotel), 633 Main Street, Cost: $5 per adult; $4 per senior; $3 per child (5-12); and $12 per family. Call Randy at (605) 484-0338 or email randysc@knology.net for more information.
Trail of Jack McCall
Witness the infamous trial of Jack McCall, the man who killed Wild Bill Hickok. May 24-September 20 – Mondays-Saturdays. There will be no shows on Sundays or during the following events: (Wild Bill Days, Days of ‘76, Sturgis Rally, and Kool Deadwood Nites). 7:30 p.m. – Capture of Jack McCall, Main Street in front of Old Style Saloon #10 7:45 p.m. — Dover Brothers at the Historic Masonic Temple Theatre 8:00 p.m. – Trial held at Historic Masonic Temple Theatre, 715 Main Street. Tickets can be purchased by calling 1-800344-8826. www.deadwoodalive.com
Historic Street Shows
May 24-September 8 Mondays-Saturdays The Deadwood Alive troupe is here to entertain. From Main Street Deadwood shootouts to guided walking tours, there’s something for all guests to enjoy, year-round. There are three Street Show re-enactments in Deadwood on Main Street. The Shooting of Wild Bill is held inside Saloon No.10 at 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm, and 7:00 pm. The Gunslingers are the street shootouts, at 2:00 pm in front of Four Aces, 4:00 pm in front of The Celebrity Hotel, and 6:00 pm in front of The Franklin Hotel. The shoot-outs and re-enactments are FREE to watch.
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