1881 Courthouse Museum, Historical museum in Custer, South Dakota
The two-story Italianate brick building contains exhibits about Native American culture, mining history, and regional wildlife across multiple dedicated rooms and sections.
Built in 1880 from local materials, this courthouse served as the center of Custer County government until 1974 before becoming a museum in 1975.
The museum displays Lakota clothing, tools, and artifacts alongside photographs from the 1874 Black Hills expedition led by General George Armstrong Custer.
The museum operates from May 20 to September 29, with admission rates of 8 dollars for adults, 6 dollars for seniors, and 4 dollars for youth.
The Stage Stop Cabin, relocated from Twelve Mile Ranch, features sleeping quarters from the Cheyenne to Deadwood Stage route with connections to Jesse James.
Location: Custer County
Website: http://1881courthousemuseum.com
GPS coordinates: 43.76623,-103.60153
Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:58
Mount Rushmore
17 km
Crazy Horse Memorial
8 km
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
17.1 km
Needles
8.9 km
Black Elk Peak
12.5 km
Custer State Park
14.9 km
Black Hills Institute of Geological Research, Inc.
18.7 km
Black Elk Wilderness
10.8 km
Keystone Wye
21.8 km
Black Hills Playhouse
14.7 km
Crazy Horse Memorial
7.3 km
Lincoln Borglum Museum
17 km
Big Thunder Gold Mine
20.6 km
The National Presidential Wax Museum
19.6 km
Keystone School
20.5 km
Pig Tail Bridge
20.3 km
Jewel Cave
18.8 km
Peter Norbeck Summer House
12.7 km
Custer County Courthouse
38 m
Jewel Cave Ranger Station
19.7 km
Black Elk Peak Lookout Tower
12.5 km
Mount Coolidge Lookout Tower
9.9 km
Sunday Gulch Trail
9.5 km
Peter Norbeck Outdoor Education Center
17.5 km
Rankin Ridge Lookout Tower
18.4 km
Historic Trail and Cave Entrance
19.7 km
Civilian Conservation Corps Museum
19.4 km
Jewel Cave Visitor Center
18.7 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes