Adams Museum
Adams Museum is a history museum in Deadwood, South Dakota. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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About this museum
What is Adams Museum?
The Adams Museum & House in Deadwood, South Dakota is the Black Hills' oldest history museum. Artifacts on display reflect the legends of Wild Bill, Calamity Jane, Deadwood Dick, and the Black Hills gold rush. The museum is open year-round and features changing exhibits and special programs. It was founded by Deadwood businessman and former mayor W.E. Adams in 1930. The museum was a gift to the city of Deadwood and it remains city property to this day. Among the exhibits are the J.B. Haggin Locomotive, the Thoen Stone, and Potato Creek Johnny's Gold Nugget. It is located at 54 Sherman Street.
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Museum details
- Name
- Adams Museum
- Type
- History Museum
- City
- Deadwood
- State
- South Dakota
- IMLS Museum ID
- 8404600043
- Coordinates
- 44.34766, -103.71137
What kind of museum is Adams Museum?
Adams Museum is classified as a history museum in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more history museums →
Where is Adams Museum located?
Adams Museum is located in Deadwood, South Dakota at approximately 44.34766, -103.71137. See the map above.
Does Adams Museum have a website?
Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.deadwoodhistory.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.
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