Nicollet Tower & Interpretive Center, Historic observation tower in Sisseton, United States
The Nicollet Tower rises above Sisseton, South Dakota, offering visitors a panoramic view that extends across three different states from its observation platform.
French cartographer Joseph N. Nicollet explored and mapped the Coteau Des Prairies region during the 1830s, establishing foundational geographic documentation of the American Midwest.
The interpretive center displays John S. Wilson's artworks alongside detailed maps, connecting the region's geographic features with Native American historical perspectives.
Visitors can access both the tower and interpretive center without admission fees from mid-May through mid-October, with daily opening hours from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The tower's construction utilized Douglas fir poles and cement pillars without nails, following specific architectural methods developed by local architect Clarence Herges.
Location: Sisseton
Address: 45356 SD-10, Sisseton, SD 57262, USA 57262 Sisseton 57262 Sisseton
Opening Hours: Maandag-Zaterdag 10:00-17:00; Zondag 13:00-16:00
Phone: +16056987672
Website: https://sissetonmuseum.com/nicollet-tower
GPS coordinates: 45.65922,-97.13364
Latest update: March 4, 2025 02:14
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