This was a fun little museum to go through in a hour. This is Sturgis, the main Harley Davison city…read morein America so it was fun and educational to see all the different kinds of motorcycles there were back in old days. The Harley Davison brand of motorcycle has expanded its types to be faster these days. It seems they look more stylish back then. The founders of Harley-Davidson, left to right: Arthur Davidson, Walter Davidson, William Harley, and William Davidson. I highly recommend visiting this museum in Sturgis if you have the time during a bike rally or just traveling through I-90.

Great place to see some awesome motorcycles. Reasonably priced. If you're in this town for a…read morevisit, this place is a must. A beautiful collection indeed.

We enjoyed visiting FT Meade. There's so much history to enjoy. I definitely recommend taking the…read morewhole family here.

This tour was worth the price paid; about $15. You have to climb about 20 steps to start this tour…read moreso be prepared. Our guide was great and gave very descriptive events of the times and the working ways of the ladies of the night! I liked learning how the industry started in Deadwood and the many other contributions the ladies provided to the community as a whole. I highly recommend visiting.

Worth visiting for the history and great visuals of where they stayed and what was in their rooms…read more There are a good amount of steps up to the main part when you enter. The fee for entry was minimal. It was neat seeing the curtains being moved from down below on Main Street, and being able to move them around once you are up inside. I felt it gave a good history of the profession and gave facts on the closing of the brothel. It felt eerie thinking about the horrors of trafficking and how that has become prevalent in modern times.

Wonderful museum! A gem that wasn't busy but gave a great history of the area! Glad we went.read more

Definitely worth visiting. There were lots of neat exhibits and historical items. There is a fee,…read morebut it was minimal. Beautiful place to walk around outside as well with the amazing views.

Wonderful museum housing many artifacts of the Deadwood area. Started by a wealthy businessman…read moreAdams. Recommended $5 donation upon entry. The level building, elevator not working for those that struggle with stairs. Short movie discussing the fire in Deadwood. Spent about an hour checking out the tons of historical items. A must see.

Amazing deadwood gold rush museum of 1876…read more View: 1. the first gold nugget found by Potato Creek Johnny - a showman by trade. 2. the first locomotive utilized for gold extraction. 3. View / Enjoy the history of Deadwood, SD.

A really cool museum with Native American history exhibits and artwork. It was very nearly empty…read morewhen we visited so we were able to move through the museum at our own pace.

Decent museum. We love that there are stations for kids to do activities while we stop to look at…read morethe exhibits. Well organized and interesting. They currently have a beautiful quilt display.

Wonderful display of antique airplanes and aerospace weapons. Unfortunately, we arrived on a Sunday…read moreand the inside hangers were closed. However, walking the grounds and reading the details/specs on display was interesting. Provided pics of the first nuclear missile (circa. 1960) - the Titan I which required 15 minutes to lift it then load its required fuel BEFORE liftoff could occur......Boy, not a very good defense during the cold war! Also, was impressed with General then President Eisenhower's private WW II plane was customized for his military surveillance throughout. Would have liked a walking audio tour and the aircraft maintained and painted to original era but considering the FREE price of admission (FREE-but subsidized by our tax dollars!), one cannot complain.

Another great museum for the price of free. You can give a donation if you'd like. Spend a couple…read moreof bucks ($5 suggested) to do the virtual F-16 fighter plane experience though! It was fun, and John S, the volunteer who helped us out, was very lovely and a great plane flying teacher. He had a great sense of humor and was so friendly as well! There are lots of exhibits with lots of history. Lots of cool and rare plans to look at as well. The information on inside hangers was interesting and dealt with lots of different eras of history. Staff all around was very nice, and you can feel their passion for aviation.

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is biggest bike rally in America. Naturally Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is…read moreheld in Sturgis, South Dakota, The rally attracts over half a million attendees and is considered the largest motorcycle event in the world. Sturgis is held annually in early August. The 10-day event features live music, bike shows, scenic rides through the Black Hills, and a massive gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts from across the globe. It's amazing that this rally began in 1938! I was thrilled to see a review by another Elite Yelper. You know when I was young and traveled from Eastern United States to the West I most certainly would stop at this event. Make your plans now to attend next year. I'm recommending!!

"Traveling in a car is like watching a movie. Riding a bike is like starring in one."…read more It's time to plan your trip to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally this summer. Yes, you! What is that, say you? And why should you go? Well, I am happy to tell you! Sturgis is the world's largest rally of motorcycle riders. It takes place annually in Sturgis, South Dakota, near the Black Hills. This now 10-day event started back in 1938. At that time, it was a place for motorcycle enthusiasts to come and do stunts and races. But it's much more than that now. Sturgis is like a counter-cultural rallying cry for the maverick, the one who likes to go his or her own way, and if at all possible, on a motorcycle! Now, you do not have to have a motorcycle (nor drive one) to enjoy Sturgis. I did enjoy Sturgis last summer without one in my brief visit to the town during its annual convergence of riders as I was traveling cross-country. You just need to appreciate the sights and sounds of the magnificent machine--as well as, the sights and sounds of many folks who have never quite managed to color "between the lines," but who love a good time, good company, and their country. American Patriotism is in full and florid display at the rally. Motorcyclist veterans will be well-treated here. If you do ride, you could hardly ride better anywhere than at Sturgis (with your bike, or renting one). Some of the best motorcycle rides in the world are in the Black Hills: Needles Highway, Iron Mountain Road, Spearfish Canyon, not to mention, Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, Bear Mountain (Devil's Tower), Bear Butte Park (with breathtaking geological formations), the Badlands (stunning park of natural rock formations), Custer Park (where you are almost guaranteed to see bison), and more. Winding, beautiful, clear roads with fresh mountain air. You can't ask for more than that. And yet, you get more than that! (More on that below). Sturgis is now a national phenomenon. 500,000 people attended last year! Those are post-pandemic numbers. (As many as roughly 700,000 people attended the annual rally in prior years, particularly at its 75th anniversary). In the words of the CEO last year, this event is about "music, motorcycles, freedom, and friends." The rally features concerts of all kinds of music--rock, rap, and country. And big names! Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr., aka, Snoop Dogg (yes, "gin and juice" himself) performed at the rally last year. He was joined by legendary American rock band, Buckcherry, classic rock band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bush (British grunge rock band), Rob Zombie, Lita Ford, country music star, Travis Tritt, Aaron Lewis and the Stateliners, Pop Evil, and Puddle of Mud. All at the same rally, guys. Yes, that's what I'm talking about. And that is in the midst of hundreds of other events you will find nowhere else (such as a literal wall of fire and beer-smashing with homemade battering rams mounted on a bike with a motorized coach--yeah, that happened!), a really cool, legitimate motorcycle museum in the middle of town, unique street vendors of everything from trendy t-shirts to Harley-Davidsons, and fabulous fairgrounds-style food of all kinds. (Can you say, "giant Turkey leg?" YUM). All in the midst of raucous behavior, anthropological attire (full leather ensembles, spurs, "homemade bikinis," a few topless women, and a couple of nearly bottomless ones, not to be overlooked). And of course, the constant hum of the rides. Motorcycle rides, that is. I am a person who usually does not like the sound of a motorcycle, but in Sturgis, in unison with others, in the open South Dakota air, it all starts to blend into the background. And eventually becomes soothing. It sounds like...well, freedom. Despite the fact that you find yourself in the midst of what looks like a massive motorcycle gang, the people are generally polite and respectful. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem even did a charity ride at Sturgis last summer. Sturgis occurs each year for approximately 10 days starting the first week of August. This coming year it will be from August 4-13, 2023. Get registered, get your tickets for events, and your accommodations for the area, (they book fast). Life is short. Live a little!

Maybe it's just me. But after a few days of being imbued in SD history and culture at multiple…read morelocations, this 1980s-ish place looked like 'more of the same.' Yeah, the building is spacious and attractive and houses a great collection of art, artifacts and ephemera. The exhibits are comprehensive and well organized, and knowledgeable docents were eager to explain things and answer questions. But apart from a photo opp in a genuine 'surrey with a fringe on top,' I thought the displays and interpretations were 'old school,' i.e. more passive than interactive. Don't get me wrong; this is an OK museum. During an orientation video, though, a few of our traveling companions nodded off. Dare I say, "Yawn?" After perusing the exhibits, our group was served a catered chuckwagon supper, followed by live musical entertainment. Both paled in comparison with the lively dinner show we had attended the previous night at Fort Hays in Rapid City.

A delightful museum. As many museums as I have gone to, I'm going to have to start a list…read more The only truly fun tourism, in my humble opinion, is cultural tourism with a heavy dose of local color and good food. It's not my favorite museum in the Black Hills, (my favorite would have to be the one in Hot Springs for its architecture), but it's right up there. I just don't go for modern buildings, which is entirely subjective. However, the exhibits here are excellent. Open year round, this is a perfect way to spend the afternoon and fill in your knowledge of the High Plains history. They have many acres and you can view a schoolhouse and log cabin. This is perfect stop if you've got a long day planned wanting to visit the northern hills. I'd stop here in the morning, lunch at the Bay Leaf Cafe, also in Spearfish, then head east over to Devil's Tower for the afternoon. By the end of the day, you will have learned a lot.

This is awesome place to visit. It's a got to see these antique stuffs cars and other stuffsread more

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