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Monument · Keystone, South Dakota
Crazy Horse Memorial
A monumental sculpture of the Lakota leader Crazy Horse, begun in 1948 on a Black Hills mountain and still in progress, with a museum of Native peoples.
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About Crazy Horse Memorial
The Crazy Horse Memorial honors Lakota leader Crazy Horse, who fought against the advance of the U.S. Army onto Indigenous lands in the 19th century. The sculpture was started in 1948 by sculptor Korczak Ziolkowski at the invitation of Lakota leaders, and work continues with his family, without federal funding.
When completed, the monument will show Crazy Horse on horseback, pointing to the horizon, on a scale much larger than Mount Rushmore. The face, about 27 meters high, was finished in 1998. The visitor center houses the Museum of the Indigenous Peoples of North America, displaying artifacts and art from various nations, as well as the sculptor’s studio and home.
In summer, at night, a light show is projected onto the mountain.
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Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
Two to three hours.
Best time
During the day, from May to September; in summer, at night for the light show.
How to get there
By car, about 18 km from Keystone, on the road toward Custer.
Tip
Ask at the visitor center about the bus tour to the base of the mountain; it requires a separate ticket.
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Frequently asked questions about Crazy Horse Memorial
Is the Crazy Horse Memorial finished?
No; the sculpture was started in 1948 and work continues; the face was completed in 1998.
How far is Crazy Horse from Mount Rushmore?
About 27 km, or around a half-hour drive.
What is in the Crazy Horse visitor center?
The Museum of the Indigenous Peoples of North America and the sculptor’s studio.