FIRST SATURDAY BRUNCH MAY 4TH 10AM (Program at 10:30) MIKE RUNGE from the CITY OF DEADWOOD ARCHIVES On February 15, 1898, the American Battleship USS Maine mysteriously exploded and sank in Havana Harbor, Cuba killing 266 men. The loss of the beloved battleship was viewed by the American public as an act of aggression against the United States by the country of Spain. The sinking of the Maine became the rallying cry for the United States involvement in the Spanish American War. This presentation however, is not about recapping the Spanish American War, but rather how a five hundred pound explosive from the USS Maine ended up in Deadwood, South Dakota. The following presentation will be full of adventure, suspense, and even an explosion at the end! 415 5th Avenue Call for more info 723-1200

 

The Tri-State Museum is a 4,000 square foot, city-owned and operated, historical museum based out of beautiful Belle Fourche, South Dakota. The museum is located on US-85 in the Northern Black Hills. We are a short drive to major attractions such as Deadwood, Rapid City, Spearfish Canyon, Rocky Point State Park/Orman Dam, Devils Tower, and Mt. Rushmore.

Our museum focuses on the early pioneer, rodeo, and old west history of the Tri-State region of Western South Dakota, Eastern Wyoming and Southeast Montana. The museum houses over 5,000 artifacts, rodeo memorabilia, historical records, antiques, collectibles, fossils, and other items. These include the original 1876 Johnny Spaulding Cabin, artifacts from the early cattle days, artifacts from the Belle Fourche Roundup Rodeo, (largest rodeo in South Dakota) and much, much more.

We work closely with the South Dakota State Historical Society, The Adam's Museum and others local organizations such as The Belle Fourche Historical Society, Questers, Lion's Club, Golden Hills Antique Club, Northern Hills Retired Teachers, Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce and others.

The museum is very active in the region, helping to promote and host many local activities, educational programs and special events.