The National Presidential Wax Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away in the Black Hills of South Dakota, just a short drive from Mount Rushmore, this museum offers a unique and surprisingly intimate look at the leaders who have shaped America. You don't just see the presidents lined up in rows; you encounter them in pivotal moments of history. Walk through a full-scale replica of the Oval Office, stand in Ford's Theatre on that fateful night, or see Thomas Jefferson contemplating the Louisiana Purchase. It’s a hands-on journey through time that gives faces and scenes to the names from your history books.
Collection Highlights
The museum shines in its detailed dioramas, like Abraham Lincoln with his Cabinet during the Civil War and a jovial Ronald Reagan atop a horse at his California ranch. The attention to detail in the settings really brings the wax figures to life.
Visitor Information
You'll find it right on the main road (US-16A) in Keystone. It's a perfect air-conditioned stop for a rainy afternoon or a break from hiking, and families with kids tend to get a real kick out of spotting all the historical details.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a large, unassuming building that fits right in with Keystone's rustic, mountain-town vibe, focusing all the attention on what's inside.
Contact & Location
Address: Grapes & Grinds, 609, Iron Mountain Road, Keystone, Pennington County, South Dakota, 57751, United States
Phone: +1 605-666-4455
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