The Mt Rushmore Area Offers a Patriotic End to Winter

Featuring numerous small, inviting towns; patriotic, national landmarks; and a general rustic feel; the Mt Rushmore area offers a perfect escape for those looking to end their winter focusing on charm and revered history of America. Certainly, a visit to the area is incomplete without experiencing Mt Rushmore itself, though amidst the shadow of the national tribute to our forefathers, visitors will find a variety of attractions to compliment all that Mt Rushmore stands for.

Located in Lead, SD, President’s Park is one such attraction. Featuring twenty-foot busts of 42 of our nation’s presidents, President’s Park continues where Mt Rushmore leaves off. From iconic figures including Abraham Lincoln and George Washington to current president, Barack Obama, this larger-than-life attraction features a veritable timeline of the men who have guided our country to greatness.

In Keystone, SD, visitors will find a more life-like rendition of our nation’s leaders with the National Presidential Wax Museum. At the museum, visitors will enjoy scenes displaying each of America’s presidents captured in some of their most memorable moments. Whether reliving President Roosevelt’s visit to Yelta, President Washington overseeing the creation of the nation’s flag, or President Bush’s visit to Ground Zero, each step is a veritable trip into the powerful history that helped shape America.

Travel back in time this winter with a visit to the Mt Rushmore area for a memorable look into America’s rich history and a glimpse into the greatness to come!