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Mt.
Rushmore National Monument
The National
Monument is about 20 miles from I-90 but easily accessed by US-16. From
I-90 take exit 57 and follow I-190 to its end at SD-44 (Omaha Street).
Turn left, go 1 block to US-16 (8th Street) and turn right. Now follow
US-16 to US-16 Alt. Just watch for the signs to Mt. Rushmore). Follow
US-16-Alt through Keystone to SD-244 (again, watch for the Mt. Rushmore
sign). Turn right and follow 244 to the Mt. Rushmore National Memorial
parking area and visitors' center.
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A film describing the history of Mt. Rushmore and the
contributions of the four sculpted presidents is shown every 15 minutes
at the Visitors' Center. During the summer months, a sculptor is
available to answer your questions about the sculpting techniques used
in creating these monuments. Each evening a special program is conducted
in the amphitheater. The conclusion of the program includes the playing
of our National Anthem and the lighting of the four presidents.
For more information, phone 1-605-574-3114
or visit the official NPS web site: Rushmore.
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