Historic Adams House
22 Van Buren St. , Deadwood, South Dakota
The turn-of-the-century Historic Adams House in Deadwood showcases the architectural style of the 1890s with oak interiors and stained glass. Visit this Queen Anne-style home to admire the building’s design, learn about Deadwood's founders, and see firsthand how families spent their wealth in this gold-mining town.
The Historic Adams House gives visitors a first-hand view of how the wealthy lived during the Deadwood gold rush with rooms full of original furnishings. See the house on a cultural tour of Deadwood, or pre-book tickets online and opt for an experiential tour (which includes tea and cookies) or a paranormal tour, if you’d rather try to spot ghosts.
The Historic Adams House will delight both history and design enthusiasts.
Kids 12 and under receive discounted admission.
The first floor of the museum is wheelchair accessible.
Parking is available in front of the Historic Adams House.
The Historic Adams House is located in Deadwood, on Van Buren Street between Cemetery Street and Harrison Street. You can park directly in front of the historic home or at the nearby Sherman Street lot. Alternatively, hop on the Deadwood Trolley, which stops nearby.
A seasonal attraction, Adams House is open daily from May through September, with limited hours in the fall. The museum is most popular on Saturdays, so visit on a weekday to avoid crowds.
After enjoying the period architecture and design at the Historic Adams House, make the most of a visit to Deadwood by heading to other attractions nearby, including the Days of ’76 Museum and the Adams Museum. These cultural institutions offer a deeper look into Deadwood’s past, from the gold rush up to the 1929 market crash and the great depression. To save on tickets, pre-book a combo admission package that includes entry to more than one museum.
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