by wpx_HistoricPierreFortPierre | Dec 13, 2018 | Capitol Complex
Corner of Capitol & Wells Avenues The Civil War Monument was the first war monument on the South Dakota State Capitol grounds. Situated on “the triangle” across from the Capitol Lake, the Civil War Monument was officially dedicated on June 1, 1920. Supported by...
by wpx_HistoricPierreFortPierre | Dec 13, 2018 | Capitol Complex
425 E Capitol The Soldiers & Sailors World War Memorial is a rare and elegant example of the Neoclassical style of architecture and an illustration of what Americans have done to honor those who served the nation in the military. The building is the only memorial...
by wpx_HistoricPierreFortPierre | Dec 13, 2018 | Capitol Complex
500 E Capitol Completed in 1910, the South Dakota State Capitol is the best example of Neoclassical architecture in South Dakota and the symbol of State government for nearly 100 years. As various State officials have come and gone, the capitol remains a vivid...
by wpx_HistoricPierreFortPierre | Dec 13, 2018 | Capitol Complex
119 N Washington Ave In Pierre’s early days, there was no swank Governor’s mansion befitting the position. Instead, Governors rented apartments or stayed at popular Pierre hotels such as the Locke, St. Charles and Wells House. While this sufficed, it was only a matter...
