ADAMS MUSEUM

DEADWOOD, SD

Adams Museum in Deadwood, South Dakota, is a museum dedicated to preserving the history of the Black Hills. Located in the heart of Deadwood, it was founded in 1930 by W.E. Adams, who wanted to preserve the history of the area for future generations. The museum houses over 15,000 artifacts, including Native American artifacts, pioneer artifacts, and a variety of mineral specimens.

The museum's main exhibit is the Adams-Morse Collection, which showcases artifacts from the early pioneers of the Black Hills. The collection includes tools, clothing, furniture, photographs, and other items used by the early settlers. Other exhibits include a Native American exhibit featuring artifacts from various tribes that lived in the area, a natural history exhibit showcasing the region's minerals, and a gun collection featuring firearms used in the Wild West.

The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and events, including lectures, tours, and hands-on activities. In addition to the museum, the Adams Museum complex includes a gift shop and two historic houses, including the Adams House, which was built in 1896. The museum is open year-round, with extended hours in the summer. Admission is free, although donations are welcomed.

ADAMS MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in DEADWOOD SD. US MID #8404600043

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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• telephone: 6055781714
• website: http://www.adamsmuseumandhouse.org

ADAMS MUSEUM
54 SHERMAN ST
DEADWOOD
SD
96793

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