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are available at the tour office, located just inside the north the Shoshone Indian woman who served as a translator on the
entrance to the Capitol building. (605) 773-3688. Lewis and Clark expedition, is believed to be buried at nearby
The Fighting Stallions Memorial honors eight South Fort Manuel Trading Post. Located East of Pierre on Highway
Dakotans, including Governor George Mickelson, who died in 34 you’ll find Visions of the Past, life-size plasma cut steel
a plane crash in 1993. The state’s World War II Memorial, set figures. The display includes 10 silhouettes of riders scouting,
on a peninsula built into Capitol Lake, consists of six bronze medicine man praying and the buffalo. Take a drive into the
figures representing the military branches in which South past. For more information call (605) 224-5153.
Dakotans served.
Facing the WWII monument is the Korean War memorial, Tours
with a wall bearing the names of the state’s fallen heroes and Pierre Historic Homes Driving Tour
a life-size, historically accurate statue of a soldier. A similar Explore Pierre and learn about its history by taking a self-
Vietnam War memorial was dedicated in September 2006. guided tour of the cities’ historic residences. Notable homes
The Flaming Fountain Memorial features a flowing artesian and buildings date from the late 1800s through the mid-20th
well and provides a centerpiece for several war memorials. century. Architectural styles span the late Victorian to post-
This warm water fountain flows into Capitol Lake, keeping the World-War-II Lustron. A number of the structures are on the
water open year-round and providing a welcome resting place National Register of Historic Places. Contact the Pierre Area
to migratory waterfowl. Chamber of Commerce for a self-guided tour brochure: (605)
Nearby memorials honor the state’s fallen firefighters and 224-7361, or toll free at (800) 962-2034 or online at www.
law enforcement officers. historicpierre.com.
For an online tour of the South Dakota State Capitol and
grounds, visit www.state.sd.us/boa/CapitolTour. Native American Scenic Byway
The Trail of Governors began as a vision to create a The Native American Scenic Byway travels along the banks
lasting legacy of South Dakota’s governors in the city where of the Missouri River, through South Dakota’s mixed-grass
they served as leaders of the state. Fifteen life-sized, bronze prairie and the heart of the great Sioux nation. The 100-mile
statues have been put in place. For information on locations corridor between Fort Pierre and Chamberlain, to the south,
of the statues go to their website. Future statue locations are takes you through the Crow Creek and Lower Brule Sioux
yet to be determined. For more information pertaining to the Indian Reservations, with opportunities to view their unique
Trail of Governors project, please visit the Trail of Governors culture, enjoy the natural beauty of the rugged landscape, and
Foundation website at www.trailofgovernors.com. look for bison, elk, pronghorn and prairie dogs roaming the
plains.
Cultural, historical and archaeological sites tell the story of
this land and its people. Visit the locations of pre-Columbian
Indian villages, travel to numerous places noted in the diaries
of Lewis and Clark, view the plants and animals of the plains
and bottomlands, and learn about Indian culture and traditions
through contemporary exhibits. The byway is a journey of heart
and mind, a road to understanding the Sioux people and
feeling the spirit of the land.

Events
In Pierre, each season brings colorful events, from rodeos
and horse racing to festivals and crafts fairs. Blending Native
American and Western influences, these events both reflect
and celebrate the area’s rich heritage.
The third annual Winter Fishing Weekend is February 1 & 2,
2019. This unique fishing tournament allows you to fish through
the ice or from your boat and for your preferred species of fish.
You may register your team on line at www.pierrewfw.com.
St. Patty’s Day Irish Stew at the American Legion Cabin
March 17th, 2019 following the parade which starts at 4 p.m.
The Short Grass Arts Council is holding their Short Grass
Day trips Gallery Show in April at the Pierre Chamber of Commerce
Numerous historical sites surround Lake Oahe, illustrating the Community Room. South Dakota artists will be displaying a
area’s rich frontier and Native American heritage. Fort Sully, variety of art forms. Contact the show chairman at
an old military outpost, lies across the Missouri River from 1-605-567-3562
Farm Island. North of Pierre near the city of Mobridge lies the
grave of Sitting Bull, chief of the Lakota Sioux. Sacagawea,

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