Tri-State Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on 5th Avenue in Belle Fourche, the Tri-State Museum sits at the exact geographic center of the United States when you include Alaska and Hawaii—a fact they're wonderfully proud of! You can easily spend an hour or two here, completely absorbed by stories that feel both grand and deeply personal. It’s a place where you’ll find everything from massive fossilized mammoth bones to intimate tales of early homesteaders. The vibe is genuinely welcoming, more like a community sharing its greatest treasures than a stuffy institution.
Collection Highlights
Don't miss the official Center of the Nation Monument outside and the exhibit on Black Hills geology with its impressive mammoth specimen. The museum also does a fantastic job chronicling local history, from the dusty cattle drives of the old West to the lives of families who carved out a home on the prairie.
Visitor Information
It's a fantastic stop right off the main road, and with nearly 350 reviews and a 4.7-star rating, you know you're in for a good experience. They're open seasonally, so it's always a smart move to check their hours online before you head over.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a classic, unassuming building that feels right at home on a South Dakota main street, its simple charm perfectly matches the authentic history inside.
Contact & Location
Address: Tri-State Museum, 415, 5th Avenue, Belle Fourche, Butte County, South Dakota, 57717, United States
Phone: +1 605-723-1200
Website: Visit Website
