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Combined with Deadwood’s extensive privately held historic infrastructure, Deadwood History, Inc. offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for people of all ages to interact with the rich heritage of South Dakota’s Black Hills and the city of Deadwood. Deadwood History holds the largest collection of museum and archival material relating to the history of Deadwood, the Black Hills, and surrounding area in the nation.

This 1940 photo shows a crowd gathered in a large dining area to celebrate the opening of a new sawmill in Spearfish. Th...
06/17/2026

This 1940 photo shows a crowd gathered in a large dining area to celebrate the opening of a new sawmill in Spearfish. The mill was considered state-of-the-art at the time but was destroyed by fire in 1980.

Fassbender Photographic Collection

Visit Spearfish BLACK HILLS Studio

Play ball! ⚾️On October 19, 1922, Babe Ruth came to Deadwood as part of his barnstorming tour. The Deadwood Amusement Pa...
06/17/2026

Play ball! ⚾️

On October 19, 1922, Babe Ruth came to Deadwood as part of his barnstorming tour. The Deadwood Amusement Park was filled with over a thousand people, eagerly waiting to see Ruth hit a home run. Babe Ruth played with the Deadwood team, while Bob Muesel played for the All-Star team rostered from the best players from the five other teams in the Black Hills League. The Deadwood team won 4-2. However, spectators left disappointed, Babe Ruth did not hit a home run.

Adams Museum Collection
Deadwood: Historic Preservation Office Adams Museum

We're kicking off our History on the Lawn series this Friday! 🤠 Join us as we travel back through time to 1876 and look ...
06/16/2026

We're kicking off our History on the Lawn series this Friday! 🤠

Join us as we travel back through time to 1876 and look at Deadwood's first six months during America's Centennial year with author, producer, and podcast host Chris Wimmer. A book signing will follow so be sure to bring your copy or buy one at the event.

🗓️ Friday, June 19
⌚️ 12:00 Noon
📍Historic Adams House lawn
🎟️ Free for DHI members, $5 for non-members

In case of inclement weather, the presentation will be moved to the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center.
HISTORIC DEADWOOD Historic Adams House Black Barrel Media

May 1, 1922, was Senior Day for Deadwood High School. Students went out to Hell’s Gate, chaperoned by Professor and Mrs....
06/16/2026

May 1, 1922, was Senior Day for Deadwood High School. Students went out to Hell’s Gate, chaperoned by Professor and Mrs. Hoffman, and Superintendent Hollister. This picture showcases the students playing baseball.

Adams Museum Collection
Deadwood: Historic Preservation Office Adams Museum

Break out the red, white, and blue! 🇺🇸🎶 Thursday, June 18, we are hosting the Northern Hills Community Band on the beaut...
06/15/2026

Break out the red, white, and blue! 🇺🇸🎶 Thursday, June 18, we are hosting the Northern Hills Community Band on the beautiful Historic Adams House lawn. Starting at 7:00 pm, the band will play patriotic music as well as world-famous show tunes.

🎟️ Admission is by donation 🎟️

If rain occurs, the fun won't be stopped! It'll just be moved over to the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center at 150 Sherman St., Deadwood.

Deadwood: Chamber of Commerce Historic Adams House

This cotton handkerchief, featuring bears enjoying a picnic, was given as a gift to Lead resident Mrs. E. A. Steinbeck i...
06/12/2026

This cotton handkerchief, featuring bears enjoying a picnic, was given as a gift to Lead resident Mrs. E. A. Steinbeck in June 1954. Objects like this reflect the growing public awareness campaigns of the 1950s that encouraged families to enjoy the outdoors while helping protect forests from fire.

Adams Museum Collection
🐻 Deadwood: Historic Preservation Office Lead Volunteer Fire Department Adams Museum

It’s a beautiful day in ! Stop by and see us on Gold Street. 🎟️ We even have great live music playing here today and do...
06/12/2026

It’s a beautiful day in ! Stop by and see us on Gold Street. 🎟️ We even have great live music playing here today and dog treats for all the dogs!

You can always buy raffle tickets on www.DeadwoodHistory.com 💻

Featuring Wolfie the Pomeranian 🦊🐾

Deadwood: Historic Preservation Office Deadwood: Chamber of Commerce

A group of unidentified women and children splash in Spearfish Creek in the 1920s. This photograph was found in a photo ...
06/11/2026

A group of unidentified women and children splash in Spearfish Creek in the 1920s. This photograph was found in a photo album created by the Harry Porter Family.

Adams Museum Collection
Deadwood: Historic Preservation Office Visit Spearfish Adams Museum

Wide-brim hats were especially popular in the late 1890s and early 1900s. This summer hat features a circular flat crown...
06/11/2026

Wide-brim hats were especially popular in the late 1890s and early 1900s. This summer hat features a circular flat crown with blue netting over yellow fabric and is trimmed with yellow and blue satin ribbon. The hat was discovered in the Historic Adams House during restoration work in the late 1990s.

Adams House Collection
Deadwood: Historic Preservation Office Historic Adams House

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150 Sherman Street
Deadwood, SD
57732

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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