Dakota Territorial Capitol Replica Riverside Park (Intersection of Capital Street & Levee Street) (605) 668-5231 The capitol replica symbolizes Yankton as being the first capitol of the Dakota Territory from 1861-1883. The replica is patterned after the original Dakota Territorial Capitol built in Yankton in 1862 and torn down in 1886. Displays in the building include photographs of old Yankton, maps of the Dakota Territory, a gallery of former Dakota Territorial governors and a tribute to the local St. John's Masonic Lodge. Visitors will want to view the quilt highlighting Yankton landmarks, made by the four Yankton Quester chapters. For rental and viewing of the capitol contact the Parks & Recreation Department. Dakota Territorial Museum 610 Summit St. • (605) 665-3898 • www.dakotaterritorialmuseum.org Take a step back in time as you enter the Dakota Territorial Museum. The museum holds a large collection of rare memorabilia of early life in the Dakota Territory. Some of the exhibits include the musical instruments of Felix Vinatieri, the band leader for Gen. George Custer’s 7th Calvary band, a Max Copper Vintage Boat Motor and fishing collection, Great Northern railroad caboose, 1870s log house and one-room country school. Summer hours include May 1 through Sept. 30, Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday Noon – 4 p.m. Winter hours are Oct. 1 through April 30, daily from Noon – 4 p.m. and by appointment year-round. Admission is Free Will Donation. G.A.R. Hall Art Gallery Yankton Area Arts Association fully-equipped kitchen and large classroom in the basement. Historically, the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) built the hall in 1887 as the Phil Kearney Post No. 7, a meeting place for Union veterans and their auxiliary. Call for more information, gallery exhibits, special events and rentals. Open Monday - Friday 1-5 p.m. and Saturday 1-3 p.m. Admission is free. The gallery is handicap accessible. Gavins Point Dam Four miles West on Highway 52 • (402) 667-2546 Gavins Point Dam, located on the Missouri River, was completed in 1957 as part of the Pick-Sloan Plan. The dam and powerplant are operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Tour the powerplant and learn how it operates. See the generators in action! Open Memorial Day through Labor Day, Friday - Sunday and holidays tours begin at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Tours are available to groups off season by appointment. No purses, bags, cameras, cell phones, food or drink allowed in the powerplant. IDs are required for those 17 and older. Historic Downtown Yankton 231 Broadway Ave., Ste. 1 (605) 260-3003 • www.historicdowntownyankton.com Stroll through the downtown area and browse over 150 individually owned and operated businesses and unique shops. You will discover specialty gift, clothing and antique shops. As well as art galleries and a variety of home furnishings, decorating and business services to suit your needs. The historic downtown offers small town charm, unique architecture and area attractions and events all year-round. Located along the Missouri River, just blocks away from historic neighborhoods, sites, museums and community parks. Historic Yankton Tour (800) 888-1460 • www.yanktonsd.com Take a tour of the past! Incorporated in 1862, Yankton is a riverboat city rich with history and charm. Many of the original homes date back to the 1870s and are a wonderful collection of the architecture of that time. A tour map is available at the Yankton Chamber and Visitors Center to help guide visitors to these hot spots. 508 Douglas Ave. (605) 665-9754 • www.YanktonAreaArts.org This finely preserved Civil War building is the home of Yankton Area Arts Association and provides a charming setting for monthly art exhibits, receptions and meetings. There is a KING BUFFET AND MONGOLIAN GRILL (605)260-8888 3013 Broadway, Yankton (East of Wal-Mart) NO MSG Open: 10:30AM Daily Lunch Buffet Dinner Buffet Served 10:30am-4pm Monday-Friday Served 4pm-Close Monday-Friday All Day Saturday & Sunday Over 65 Items On Buffet Including Sushi & Mongolan BBQ! Mongolian Grill Included in Buffet! Children’s Prices Available • 10% Senior Discount Regular Menu Available Catering & Carry-Out Available • Gift Certificates • Full Menu Online at www.yankton.net/kingbuffet VISITORS GUIDE • YANKTON, SOUTH DAKOTA – 11