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, Mount Theodore Roosevelt Monument, Terry Peak Ski Area, Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center.

~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.
2.1 miNW
Memorial
Mount Theodore Roosevelt Monument, Deadwood
55 min walk • Mount Theodore Roosevelt Monument, also known as the Roosevelt Friendship Monument or Friendship Tower, located in the Black Hills National Forest on the outskirts of Deadwood, Lawrence County, South Dakota, is a 31-foot stone tower, including the six-foot-high platform, honoring Theodore Roosevelt.
6.2 miSW
44°20'5"N • 103°50'24"W
Terry Peak Ski Area, Deadwood
158 min walk • Winter sport, Park, Outdoor activities
2.4 miSW
44°21'8"N • 103°45'50"W
Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center, Lead
61 min walk • Visitor center, Science museum, View point
2.5 miSW
44°21'6"N • 103°46'1"W
Black Hills Mining Museum, Lead
64 min walk • Specialty museum, History museum, Museum
~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.
0.4 miE
44°22'36"N • 103°43'12"W
White Rocks, Deadwood
12 min walk • Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
2.4 miSW
Church
Old Finnish Lutheran Church, Lead
61 min walk • Old Finnish Lutheran Church is a historic church in Sinking Gardens on E. Main Street in Lead, South Dakota. It was built in 1907 and was added to the National Register in 1985. It was built in 1891 by John Niemi and John Saari.
2.2 miSW
Nature, Natural attraction, Hill
Black Hills Gold Rush, Lead
57 min walk • The Black Hills Gold Rush took place in Dakota Territory in the United States. It began in 1874 following the Custer Expedition and reached a peak in 1876–77. Rumors and poorly documented reports of gold in the Black Hills go back to the early 19th century.

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), White Rocks, Deadwood (12 min walk).