Preacher Smith of Deadwood : Henry Weston Smith
Historical Black Hills characters, both factual and fictional, have taken center stage in the successful HBO series “Deadwood.”...
History
Black Hills Wildlife: Pronghorn
Pronghorns are known by hunters as an incredibly difficult animal to catch, due to their incredible eyesight, stamina,...
Enjoy Summer Nights in Rapid City
From the beginning of June to the end of August, every Thursday night from 6-9 p.m., downtown Rapid...
Boots, Bulls and Barrels: Rodeo in the Black Hills
Rodeo is so popular in South Dakota it was named the official state sport in 2003. Rodeo competitions...
The Story of Spearfish
When gold was discovered in Deadwood Gulch in 1876, thousands of prospectors flocked to the northern Black Hills seeking riches....
The Story of Sturgis
Following the discovery of gold in the Black Hills, members of the 7th Cavalry established an outpost near...
Swimming in the Black Hills
The Black Hills are full of hidden swimming holes, scenic streams, and well-used lakes and reservoirs. When the...
Gem Theatre in Deadwood
Vile, crude, bawdy, crowded, entertaining, and profitable – all terms which were used at one time or another...
The Cowboy Legend: Casey Tibbs
According to the ProRodeo Hall of Fame, Casey Tibbs is to the sport of rodeo what Babe Ruth...
Historic Preservation in Deadwood
While it is true that miners founded Deadwood, it was skilled hands with wood, stone, and brick that built this interesting...