October 4-5, 11-12, and 18-19: Paranormal Investigations of the Adams House – Join us for paranormal investigations with Deadwood History, Inc. and Black Hills Paranormal Investigations (BHPI) in October with exclusive investigations at one of Deadwood’s most haunted sites. Participants will search for paranormal activity in the Historic Adams House with the BHPI team using parascopes, para-lanterns, the Tempest, Rem-Pod, Onvoy ghost box, Pharaoh Box, Flux 2, Ovilus, digital audio recorders, laser grids, divining rods, K2’s, and EMF meters. Investigations are offered at 6:00, 7:30, 9:00, and 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 and limited to 20 people per investigation. You must be at least 12 years old to participate. Ages 12 – 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Psychic readings with Dani Jo Butler, owner of Sacred Soul LLC, will be available following each investigation in the gentlemen’s smoking room for $25 per person. These are group sessions and individual readings are not guaranteed. Must be an adult to participate and limited to eight people per session. Reservations are required. Purchase tickets online at DeadwoodHistory.com or call 605-722-4800 for more information.
October 17: Preservation Thursday: Mileposts on the Mickelson Trail – Join Rick Mills, renowned author, photographer, and curator of the South Dakota State Railroad Museum, for an engaging presentation that takes you on a captivating journey along the historic Burlington Railroad’s High Line, now known as the George S. Mickelson Trail. Focusing on the northern stretch from Hill City to Deadwood, Mills will share insights from his upcoming book Mileposts on the Mickelson – The Burlington’s High Line. Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center; 12:00 p.m.; free for members and $5 for non-members.
November 7: Two Visions of Success: Seth Bullock and J.K.P. Miller in Early Deadwood: Examine the lives of Seth Bullock and James K. P. Miller, two of Deadwood’s leading citizens, with author and historian Dr. David Wolff. Both men arrived with the gold rush, ran businesses next to each other, and worked to turn the gold camp into a prosperous community. Despite having many shared experiences, they had different visions of what success meant for themselves and for Deadwood. Dr. Wolff will discuss their motivations and actions, while examining what they accomplished and how they interacted with one another. Bullock and Miller helped create a modern Deadwood but did it in very different ways. Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center; 12:00 p.m.; free for members and $5 for non-members.
November 29-December 1, December 6-8, 13-15, and 20-22: Christmas Tours of the Historic Adams House – Step into the holiday magic at the Adams House, beautifully decorated for the Christmas season! Join us for an open house-style tour from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All attendees will receive a free gift, and kids can enjoy a coin-collecting scavenger hunt along the way. Don’t forget to visit the Adams House Gift Shop for unique holiday gifts. Tickets are $8 for members, $12 for non-members, $5 for children ages 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. Tickets can be purchased online at DeadwoodHistory.com or at the door. Please call 605-722-4800 for more information.
November 30: Deadwood Cowboy Christmas – Celebrate the holiday season with a festive evening at the Days of ’76 Museum! Enjoy musical entertainment by The Lonely Rangers, take part in a live auction hosted by Terry Hupp, and indulge in delicious heavy hors d’oeuvres catered by Cheyenne Crossing. A cash bar will be available to keep the spirits bright. The event takes place from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with admission priced at $35 per person. Please make reservations in advance to help with catering arrangements. Tickets can be purchased online at DeadwoodHistory.com or by calling 605-722-4800. Don’t miss this memorable holiday gathering in Deadwood.
December 7: Holiday Open House – Please join us for Deadwood History’s annual Holiday Open House celebration at the Days of ’76 Museum from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Open House includes children’s activities, face painting, great holiday gifts for family and friends, free museum access, and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Refreshments will be served. Admission is free. For more information, please call 605-722-4800.
December 14: Christmas Cheer Workshop – Get ready for some holiday fun at the Christmas Cheer Workshop! Join us for a morning of crafting, stories, history, and all things Christmas. Students will make Christmas-themed crafts, write a letter to Santa, and enjoy yummy hot cocoa, cookies, and festive music. The workshop is for children in grades K-6, and it’s free, but spots are limited—so sign up soon! For more information or to register, call Education Director Tera Richards at 605-578-1657. Days of ’76 Museum; 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
