Last updated: 7/16/2019
82 MICKELSON DRIVE
Yankton, SD 57078
Monday - Tuesday, Thursday - Saturday
10 AM - 6 PM
Monday - Friday
8 AM - 5 PM
We are a Blue Star Museum.
Adults: $8
Seniors: $5
Children (5-17): $5
Children under 5: Free
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Crystal Nelson
phone: 605-665-3898
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Camille Swift
phone: 605-665-3898
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Heidi Henson
phone: 605-665-3898
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We focus on the history of the Dakota Territory to statehood, South Dakota Statehood into the early 1900's. In Dec. 2018 we moved into our new home - Mead Cultural Education Center.
"The Yankton County Historical Society, through the Dakota Territorial Museum, exists to preserve, protect, interpret, and educate the public about the heritage and development of the city and county of Yankton, and the surrounding area."
On June 12, 1936, the first museum in Yankton was opened. On May 24, 1953, the museum was moved and renamed the Dakota Territorial Museum. In 1971 we moved into our previous location.
In 2012, we will began the process of moving into our new building - a 109-year-old building that we are currently rehabilitating. The Mead Cultural Education Center will be the home of the Dakota Territorial Museum, Yankton County Historical Society, and the future home of the Yankton College Alumni Offices & Collection.
We are in the process of collection information to start a genealogy center when we move in a couple of years.
We are governed by the Yankton County Historical Society Board of Directors.
Access: Staff Only
Appointment required: Yes
Newsletter sent to members.
Tours are always welcome. We can do guided tours or groups can do self-guided. Please call for more information.
Whether you are planning a quaint reception or something more spectacular, the Mead Event Halls are the place to be. It's a beautiful location that can only be made more beautiful by your event/gathering. Perfect for receptions, parties, or meetings. Each room can comfortably seat 90 people. You can email events@meadbuilding.org
The Mead Cultural Education Center is a great place to host a kid's party. We currently offer 2 party packages. Give a call about hosting your next birthday party or scout meeting... 605-665-3898. We can also talk to you about special rates for school/daycare groups.
Help us to preserve history for the generations to come by becoming a member of the Dakota Territorial Museum. Each Museum membership also makes you a member of the Yankton County Historical Society. Your membership helps to sustain operations and research facilities at the Museum.
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