Aberdeen South Dakota Before the arrival of European settlers, the
area was inhabited by the Sioux Indians. The first group of Euro-American
settlers to reach the area in the 1820s was a party of four people, three
horses, two mules, fifteen cattle, and two wagons. This group of settlers was
later joined by another group the following spring, and eventually more
settlers migrated toward this general area. Like many towns of the Midwest, Aberdeen was
built around the newly developing railroads. Officially plotted as a town site
on January 3, 1881 by the Milwaukee Road which was presided over by Alexander
Mitchell, who was born in Scotland, hence the name Aberdeen. The town was was
officially founded on July 6, 1881, the date of the first arrival of a
Milwaukee Railroad train.
The Dacotah Prairie Museum The idea for a community museum in
Aberdeen dates back almost 70 years. In 1938, John Murphy, a Northern State
College professor, and Marc Cleworth, a salesman, created the Northern South
Dakota History Museum which was housed in the Central building on Northern's
campus. The collection of this first museum grew rapidly through loans and
donations until by 1941, it had amassed a collection of over 500 items.
The Pheasant
Canteen Exhibit, located in the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
railroad depot on north Main Street, opened on August 19, 1943 as a project of
the American Red Cross and the USO. Its purpose was to bring food and
encouragement to servicemen and women who were traveling through Aberdeen
toward training facilities or deployment. An average of 500 military persons a
day passed through Aberdeen on 4-6 trains. The Pheasant Canteen was known for
its pheasant sandwiches. Farmers first donated the pheasants for the sandwiches
and later pheasant hunts were organized to aid the canteen. The last meal was
served on March 31, 1946.
The Historic Alonzo Ward Hotel has been restored to its full grandeur as demonstrated by the elegance, architectural detail and fine appointments of the lobby. Dining at the Ward Plaza is an experience in itself; a unique combination featuring American and International cuisine artfully presented and creatively prepared.
The Historic Alonzo Ward Hotel has been restored to its full grandeur as demonstrated by the elegance, architectural detail and fine appointments of the lobby. Dining at the Ward Plaza is an experience in itself; a unique combination featuring American and International cuisine artfully presented and creatively prepared.
Aberdeen Trails Since 1989, over 20 miles of
trails have been developed for use by the citizens of Aberdeen. The trails are
meant for a multiplicity of users including bicyclists, walkers, and joggers.
Trails are either constructed on public rights of way along greenways, through
park areas, or along city streets.
The Aberdeen Community Theater on historic Main Street opened in January of 1927. This French art deco theater is also home to the Capitol Theatre which has been providing quality, award-winning live theater productions for northeastern South Dakota. Along with ACT’s live theater season between April and November, the Capitol Cinema programming features special film events throughout the year and Hollywood films seven nights a week from December to March.
The Aberdeen Community Theater on historic Main Street opened in January of 1927. This French art deco theater is also home to the Capitol Theatre which has been providing quality, award-winning live theater productions for northeastern South Dakota. Along with ACT’s live theater season between April and November, the Capitol Cinema programming features special film events throughout the year and Hollywood films seven nights a week from December to March.
The Highlands Historical District Featuring homes built from
1907 to 1969, it is comprised of 17 houses. The area was first given the lofty
title of highlands because it rose three feet higher than the commercial
district which was located in a slough. Over the years, houses of varying
styles have been blended together to form a pleasing combination of both modern
and classical architecture. Many of the homes are among the most outstanding
examples of period architecture in the state.
The Grassland Hutterite Colony Discover a people whose ingenuity allows them to fashion their own clothing, handcraft their own furniture, and live in a self-sustaining community. A truly unique culture that has changed little in over four centuries and has thrived more than a century in South Dakota. Tour the wood working shop where some of the finest wood furniture in South Dakota is made, the granite shop and turkey barns. Then experience German food and fresh vegetables from the 15 acre garden.
The Ethanol Corn Industry learn how corn gets made into the ethanol. Also experience hunting, fishing and numerous other outdoors sports activities.
The Grassland Hutterite Colony Discover a people whose ingenuity allows them to fashion their own clothing, handcraft their own furniture, and live in a self-sustaining community. A truly unique culture that has changed little in over four centuries and has thrived more than a century in South Dakota. Tour the wood working shop where some of the finest wood furniture in South Dakota is made, the granite shop and turkey barns. Then experience German food and fresh vegetables from the 15 acre garden.
The Ethanol Corn Industry learn how corn gets made into the ethanol. Also experience hunting, fishing and numerous other outdoors sports activities.
Bieber Red Angus Ranch is approximately 9000 acres.
Bieber’s run 700 Red Angus cows and handle all the development bulls and
heifers. Great pride is taken in managing the grasslands that the Red Angus
herd grazes. Grassland is one of the largest recyclers of CO2 and good
management of that grassland is essential to the sustainability of the
operation. The operation take prides on working cattle on horses. Branding
happen in early April, Late April and early June. Visiting this operation will
give participants a great insight into the use of agricultural land to rough
for grain production and how efficient beef cattle are in using this landscape.
![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSesJOdRmRUccg6Qsdriw8bkstE4GSlQWy7d8FblSL8QYWudQyacaLGgz2bmeeo7X_4M7A-QKgrb30DjH8uo8zPuUZc34rmEHkkLq9vqH_L6lO1eyB5qXGTRRlF1M8D3hyUN92aMcP1bnx/s400/land+of+oz.jpg)
Aberdeen's
magical theme park, Storybook Land Follow the Yellow Brick Road to a
land of enchantment which includes more than 65 larger than life nursery
rhyme-themed exhibits. Visit a medieval castle, complete with moat and guarded
by knights in armor. See Rapunzel with her hair let down over the castle wall
waiting for her prince to arrive. Climb aboard Captain Hook's boat, see Humpty
Dumpty's Wall, or crawl through the tunnel to the middle of "Dog
Town," a prairie dog exhibit at the zoo.
No comments:
Post a Comment