Take A Step Back In History
Discover the full history of our city, from the Lakota origin story to the modern city it is today.
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This year, The Fountains at Main Street Square are now open 7 days a week!
Discover the full history of our city, from the Lakota origin story to the modern city it is today.
In Downtown Rapid City, your inner naysayer will just give up. There’s no time for “no” here. With so much to explore, even the smallest notion holds the promise of big discovery. Home to a vibrant Main Street experience met with the stories of farmers, cowboys and soldiers who rose to the highest office in the land, surrounded by joyous splashes of color and stirred by the beat of live music – you may find yourself ready to take on anything.
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