One standout South Dakota attraction is the Crazy Horse Memorial tours. It’s a phenomenal location to learn about the history that made South Dakota a special place. It’s also one of the many attractions near Rushmore Express. Here is what you can expect to see and learn at the Crazy Horse Memorial tours in South Dakota.
What Is The Crazy Horse Memorial?
It is a mountain monument under construction, at the moment, in the Black Hills. The memorial will depict the Oglala Lakota warrior, Crazy Horse, on top of a horse while pointing to his tribal land. The memorial is being carved out of Thunderhead Mountain. There is still a lot of work to be done on the monument since 1998 the face of Crazy Horse has been etched into the side of the mountain. Construction on the memorial began in 1948.
Who Was Crazy Horse?
Crazy Horse was a warrior from the Oglala Lakota tribe in the 19th century. Crazy Horse was born in the Black Hills. He fought against the United States government to stop the encroachment by white American settlers on Native American territory. American settlers ignored treaty agreements after gold was discovered in the Black Hills. He and other Lakota warriors battled Custer’s Seventh U.S. Cavalry battalion in the Battle of Little BigHorn.
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The Crazy Horse Memorial tours is just one of the many attractions in South Dakota. You can see it and plenty more attractions, restaurants, and free things to do near your best lodging option; Rushmore Express. We are near the Badlands, with more parks, hiking trails, and wildlife. Rushmore Express has relaxing amenities and luxuries like granite fireplaces, 55-inch televisions, free wifi, whirlpools, and in-room coffee. Book directly online or call today at 605-666-4483.