HILL CITY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 72 » Dakota railroads, it is as educational as entertaining. If you hear the whistle of a steam locomotive, the 1880 Train is getting ready to pull out of the station at Black Hills Central Railroad . Since 1957, visitors and locals alike have enjoyed the scenic two-and-a-half-hour round trip to the nearby town of Keystone. BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS REGION in unique clothing, jewelry, home decor, and one-of-a-kind gifts. MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS Surprisingly, this little town of less than 1,000 residents is home to one of the world’s most renowned facilities for fossil excavations and preparation. The Museum at Black Hills Institute invites you to travel back in time and discover earth’s past as they work to decode the ancient language of the Earth through geology, min-eralogy and fossils. Hands down, the star of the show is “Stan”, the 2nd largest and 2nd most complete T-rex skeleton ever discovered. After viewing the ferocious T-rex display, you might want to cuddle up to one of the more than 10,000 teddy bears at the nearby Teddy Bear Town . This teddy bear museum is home to the Guinness Book of World Records collection of teddies on display. Also in downtown Hill City, the South Dakota State Railroad Museum will entice railroad enthusiasts from young to old. With its history and collections from South WINE & DINE In need of a little refreshment after your adventures? Visit Prairie Berry Winery to enjoy handcrafted wines made from wild and domestic fruits native to South Dakota. Located next door is their brewery, Miner Brewing Company , where you can enjoy a pint, flight or growler to go. Or spark your passion at Naked Winery , featuring wines from Washington and Oregon as well as local craft beer from their extensive line of Sick-N-Twisted micro-brews. Looking to grab a bite? The Alpine Inn is famous for its German lunch menu and signature filet mignon dinners—and a plethora of homemade desserts. Or immerse yourself in the beauty of the Black Hills while enjoying a hearty meal at the Ponderosa Restaurant , located at Mt. Rushmore KOA at Palmer Gulch. • 76
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