Deadwood, South Dakota History

The Girl Scouts have been active in the Black Hills since 1917.

Dr. Flora Hayward Stanford was an energetic and compassionate physician who came to Deadwood in 1888.

On her own in early Deadwood, even a reputable woman could be targeted by nefarious entrepreneurs.

Nell Perrigoue was an active and accomplished Deadwood leader for many years.

How a Deadwood lawyer became a successful rancher, succeeding where many others had failed.

Dr. Frank Howe served the Deadwood community for nearly 60 years.

Father and son undertakers looked after Deadwood's famous cemetery from the 1880s through the 1930s.

Pioneering businessman and politician W.E. Adams helped shape and civilize Deadwood.

Teddy Roosevelt's experiences in the Dakotas as a young man strongly influenced his personality and character.

Some of the animal-drawn vehicles on the streets of early Deadwood can still be seen at the Days of '76 Museum.