BLACK HILLS & BADLANDS REGION Take in Views of Mount Rushmore National Memorial KEYSTONE CARVE OUT YOUR OWN ADVENTURE The only stoplight in town divides historic Keystone from its modern retail district, a mile-long stretch along US Hwy 16A. Keystone is a vacation crossroads for the region — with Mount Rushmore National Memorial in its backyard and lots of choices for shopping, restaurants and attractions to keep visitors busy for days. A unique way to arrive in Keystone is onboard the 1880 Train . The locomotive takes passengers for hourlong rides along its scenic and historic route, between Hill City and Keystone. Trains run at least twice a day, from May to early October. It’s easy to spend a few extra hours in Keystone by booking an extended layover. The train travels along the Old Hill City Road, following railroad tracks that originally brought supplies to miners and settlers. Along Old Hill City Road you will also find the beautiful showroom and studio at Black Hills Glass Blowers . Here you can choose from a large selection of incredible blown glass pieces to take home with you to commemorate your time in Keystone. Presidential Wax Museum displays every U.S. president in various scenes from their time in offi e. The intriguing history of Keystone itself is told at the Keystone Historical Museum . A favorite section features memorabilia from Carrie Ingalls, of Little House on the Prairie fame, who spent her adult life in Keystone. Enjoy both history and the outdoors by taking the free, self-guided Historic Walking Tour of Keystone. Maps are available at the downtown Visitor Information Center. After digging into Keystone’s history, shop for the perfect souvenir on the Keystone Boardwalk at shops like Keystone Mercantile . FOOD & DRINK If you’re hungry, there are plenty of places to dine. The Powder House Restaurant features a wide variety of options and is famous for its prime rib. Or, take the Scenic Chairlift up to the Mountaintop Grille at Rushmore Tramway Adventures . Here you can enjoy a burger or brat while taking in the stunning view of Mount Rushmore and the fantastic fl wer gardens nestled around a waterfall. The Ruby House Restaurant is fashioned after an Old West bordello and serves great food without the card tables and gamblers. The MUSEUMS & HISTORY Build time into your day to visit all three museums in town, each claiming fascinating pieces of the area’s history. The Rushmore Borglum Story focuses on the lifetime work of Gutzon Borglum and his son Lincoln, both sculptors of Mount Rushmore. The National 76 // #DiscoverBlackHills Keystone Continued on page 78
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