Adams Museum, Deadwood

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The Adams Museum in Deadwood is considered the Black Hills' oldest history museum. Artifacts on display reflect the legends of Wild Bill, Calamity Jane, Deadwood Dick, and the Black Hills Gold Rush. The museum is open year-round and features changing exhibits and special programs. It was founded by Deadwood businessman and former mayor W.E. Adams in 1930. The museum was a gift to the city of Deadwood and it remains city property to this day. Among the exhibits are the J.B. Haggin Locomotive, the Thoen Stone, and Potato Creek Johnny's Gold Nugget. It is located at 54 Sherman Street. ()

Coordinates: 44°22'33"N, 103°43'44"W

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54 Sherman StDeadwood 57732-1364 United States

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+1 605-578-1714

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Adams Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mount Moriah Cemetery, Adams House Museum, Days of '76 Museum, Celebrity Hotel Museum & Gaming.

~790 ftE
Cemetery
Mount Moriah Cemetery, Deadwood
4 min walk • Mount Moriah Cemetery on Mount Moriah in Deadwood, Lawrence County, South Dakota is the burial place of Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, Seth Bullock and other notable figures of the Wild West.
~1410 ftS
44°22'20"N • 103°43'37"W
Adams House Museum, Deadwood
7 min walk • Historical place, Museum, History museum
0.9 miNE
44°23'9"N • 103°42'58"W
Days of '76 Museum, Deadwood
25 min walk • History museum, Museum
~800 ftN
44°22'40"N • 103°43'44"W
Celebrity Hotel Museum & Gaming, Deadwood
4 min walk • Museum
0.8 miSW
44°22'15"N • 103°44'38"W
Broken Boot Gold Mine, Deadwood
21 min walk • Museum, Mine, Historical place
~280 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Bella Union Saloon, Deadwood
2 min walk • The Bella Union was a saloon and theater that opened on September 10, 1876, in Deadwood, South Dakota. The proprietor was Tom Miller, an aggressive businessman who would buy several neighboring properties as well.
~1090 ftN
44°22'43"N • 103°43'44"W
1876 Dinner Theater, Deadwood
6 min walk • Concerts and shows, Theater
~810 ftW
44°22'35"N • 103°43'55"W
Deadwood Public Library, Deadwood
4 min walk • Library
0.4 miE
44°22'36"N • 103°43'12"W
White Rocks, Deadwood
12 min walk • Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Adams Museum open?

Adams Museum is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Adams Museum?

Nearby attractions include Bella Union Saloon, Deadwood (2 min walk), Mount Moriah Cemetery, Deadwood (4 min walk), Celebrity Hotel Museum & Gaming, Deadwood (4 min walk), Deadwood Public Library, Deadwood (4 min walk).