In Rapid City, South Dakota, every corner tells a story.

America's 250th birthday
It's the freedom to explore

Many of America’s iconic attractions and rare landscapes are near Downtown Rapid City and can be the setting for your next meeting or team-building experience.

MOUNT RUSHMORE

American History, Alive in Stone

Attendees can get up close to our rock stars: Presidents George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. 

 

*30 minutes from downtown

CUSTER STATE PARK

Born Wild and Free

One of the largest state parks in the nation, Custer State lures groups with its wildlife, breathtaking scenery and abundance of outdoor activities.

 

*1 hour from downtown

CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL

Carrying on the Dream

The world’s largest mountain carving in progress is a site to behold for attendees, and the campus at Crazy Horse offers a resonating cultural experience. 

*1 hour from downtown

©Crazy Horse Memorial Foundation

Badlands National Park

Energize Your Spirit

Badlands National Park’s landscape can’t be compared to anything else on Earth, backdropping activities like hiking, biking, scenic drives and wildlife viewing.

*1 hour from downtown

CITY OF PRESIDENTS

Walk Amongst History

The City of Presidents brings history to life, inviting groups to touch and experience life-size bronze statues of our nation’s presidents.


*Located in downtown

Wind Cave National Park

Explore Beneath the Surface

The first cave in America to be declared a national park, Wind Cave is known for its remarkable length and natural beauty found both above and below ground.


> 1 hour from downtown

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It’s Historical Significance Meets Modern Hospitality

Many of America’s iconic attractions and rare landscapes are near Downtown Rapid City and can be the setting for your next meeting or team-building experience.
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“Everybody should see this city, especially if you have anything to do with the military, because they welcome you with open arms. Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse are amazing – I could go on and on.”

-Pat Baker, USS TOPEKA CLG-8

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Celebrating 250 Years
of America

America is hitting an important milestone in 2026. And Rapid City, South Dakota, is inviting groups to commemorate this momentous occasion by exploring America’s favorite meeting place.