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COUNTRYAAH: Alphabetical list of national and state-wide business
holidays in
South Dakota. Includes all country wide and regional public holidays of 2020
in South Dakota.
Rodeos & Pow Wows, South Dakota
Rodeos
Pierre is not only located in the
center of South Dakota, but is also the
capital of the state. In addition to the
impressive State Capitol that dominates the
city center, there is a stronghold of rodeo
riding on the other side of the Missouri
River with Fort Pierre. At the Casey Tibbs
Rodeo Center, take a trip into the history
of this ancient American sport and learn
more about the nine-time world champion
Casey Tibbs and trick rider Mattie Goff
Newcombe.
The Days of ´76 Museum in Deadwood honors
the first settlers who came to the Black
Hills as miners in 1876. A very special
event takes place once a year in Deadwood:
the award-winning Days of `76 Rodeo. Around
mid-July, rodeos in various classes have
been held here and a colorful parade through
Deadwood since 1924 - for a whole weekend.
Pow Wows
Hundreds of dancers, singers,
artists and thousands of spectators from all
over the world flock to the Black Hills Pow
Wow every year. Colorful costumes, various
shows and events, parades and sporting
competitions are on the agenda this
weekend. In addition, the Indian peoples
present their masterly handicrafts. The
Black Hills Pow Wow always takes place in
Rapid City in early October.
The Oglala Nation Pow Wow and Rodeo is
held annually in Pine Ridge, southwest South
Dakota. On the first weekend in August, the
Indian tribes meet in South Dakota to
celebrate together, compete and make new
friends. You will come as a "strange white
man" but leave as a friend.
Mount Rushmore, South Dakota
Hardly any other landmark is as famous as
Mount Rushmore. The four presidential heads
of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson,
Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln in
the Black Hills are America's "shrine of
democracy" carved in stone.
Each of the heads is around 18 meters
high and represents the history of the
United States of America: George Washington
is the first American president and one of
the founding fathers to represent the birth
of the state. Under Thomas Jefferson, the
third president of the United States, the
country grew and prospered as one of the
leading forces in the new world. Lincoln,
the 16th President, was instrumental in
developing the United States into a modern
industrialized country and abolishing
slavery. Roosevelt is considered the patron
saint of the magnificent landscapes of the
United States. He initiated the
establishment of numerous national parks and
protected areas that inspire so many people
today.
Discover this unique sight by following
the Presidential Trail at the foot of the
mountain through the lovely landscape of
South Dakota. If possible, plan to spend the
evening on the Grand View Terrace. The
reddish glow of the sunset suits the four
aged gentlemen well.
Highlights in the Mount Rushmore
National Memorial
- Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Every year at the beginning of August
thousands of motorcyclists meet in the
Black Hills for one of the largest
motorcycle events in the world. On their
way, the drivers also take a break at
Mount Rushmore. An impressive experience
for both drivers and spectators.
- Lighting Ceremony
In the summer months there is a lighting
ceremony every evening, in which the
four heads of the president are
illuminated and a lecture is given by
the park rangers. You can also see a
film about Mount Rushmore.
- Audio Tour
If you want to get more interesting
information about the construction and
the background of this monument on your
way around Mount Rushmore, the audio
tour is worthwhile.
- Sculptor's Studio
Visit the place where Guzton Borglum,
who was primarily responsible for Mount
Rushmore, worked. Here you can also see
a 1: 12 scale model of Mount Rushmore.
Facts & Figures
Construction period:
1927-1941
Foundation of the park:
1925
Area: 5.17 km˛
Head height: approx. 18
m
Visitors:
approx.2,150,000 |
