Rushmore Borglum Story Exhibit

Located at the Borglum Historical Center, in Keystone, the Rushmore Borglum Story exhibit gives visitors an inside look into the life and work of Mt. Rushmore sculptor, Gutzon Borglum.

  • The Rushmore Borglum Story exhibit is located 2.5 miles northeast of Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
  • View a full-sized eye of Abraham Lincoln - an exact replica from Mt. Rushmore - and original news footage.
  • Admission fees: $5/children, $9/adults, with senior and family prices also available.
  • For information, call (605) 666-4448 or 1-800-888-4369.

Overview

The Gutzon Borglum Story exhibit follows the life and work of Mount Rushmore sculptor, Gutzon Borglum. A 20 minute self-guided tour gives you insight into the sculptor’s personal history and family life, as well as the vision and process involved in order to carve such a mountain masterpiece. Learn how the Rushmore sculptor planned and executed the successful carving and stand next to the full-sized eye of Abraham Lincoln – an exact replica from Mt. Rushmore. Complete your visit by enjoying a 22-minute narrated film featuring original news reel footage from the time of the construction.

Location/Directions

Borglum Historical Center is located at 342 Winter Street, in Keystone, SD, approximately 2.5 miles northeast of Mount Rushmore National Memorial.

From Mt. Rushmore, travel northeast on SD-244 towards Doane Mountain Road for 1.7 miles. Bear left onto US-16A and travel north for 1 mile, before turning right onto Winter Street.

Contact Information

  • Mail: Rushmore Borglum Historical Center
    342 Winter Street
    Keystone, SD 57751
  • Phone: (605) 666-4448 or 1-800-888-4369

Hours/Season

Season - Rushmore Borglum Historical Center is open from May through October.

Hours

  • June – August
  • Mon – Saturday: 8am – 7pm
  • Sunday: 9am – 7pm

* May, September and October hours vary. Call before visiting.

Fees

Admission Prices

  • $9/Adult
  • $8.50/Senior
  • $5/Child
  • $22/Family (2 adults and unlimited children)
  • Discounts for AAA members

Additional Information

Free parking.

View the local providers:

Mount Rushmore National Memorial : Keystone, SD
Website  | Phone : (605) 574-2515
Borglum Historical Center : Keystone, SD
Website  | Phone : 16056664448

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