MELLETTE HOUSE

WATERTOWN, SD

Mellette House is a historic home located in Watertown, South Dakota. Built in 1885, the house was the home of South Dakota's first governor, Arthur Calvin Mellette. The house is now a museum and is open to the public for tours.

Mellette House is a two-story brick Victorian-style home with a wrap-around porch and a turret. The interior features intricate woodwork, stained glass windows, and period furnishings. The first floor includes a parlor, dining room, and library, while the second floor houses the bedrooms.

The museum offers visitors a glimpse into the life of Governor Mellette, as well as the history of Watertown and South Dakota. Exhibits include artifacts from the Mellette family, as well as items from the time period, such as clothing, furniture, and household items.

In addition to tours, the museum hosts special events throughout the year, such as holiday open houses and educational programs. Mellette House is a must-see for anyone interested in South Dakota's history or Victorian-era architecture.

MELLETTE HOUSE is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in WATERTOWN SD. US MID #8404600108

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). 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: 6058864730
• website: http://www.mellettehouse.org

MELLETTE HOUSE MEMORIAL ASSOC
421 5TH AVE NW
WATERTOWN
SD
57201-2343

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