See & Do Mead Cultural Education Center Meridian District Meridian Pedestrian Bridge and Meridian Bridge Plaza In 2018, the Dakota Territorial Museum relocated to the Mead Cultural Education Center, a historic building on the South Dakota Human Services Center campus. Built in 1909, this building is a great addition to the wonderful collection the museum already holds. View the “Journeying Forward: Connecting Cultures with Lewis and Clark” exhibit - an in-depth look into Corps of Discovery’s journey west. The Children’s Transportation Museum offers kids of all ages the experience of what it was like to journey to Yankton by river, wagon, train, auto and plane. (605) 665-3898 82 Mickelson Drive www.meadbuilding.org Stroll through Yankton’s historical downtown and browse many individually owned and operated businesses and unique shops. Discover specialty gifts, clothing and antique shops, as well as art galleries and a variety of home furnishings, decorating, food, drink, entertainment, and overnight accommodations to suit your needs. The new Meridian District Art Project brings lively color to the downtown alleys and is being added to continuously. Historic Downtown Yankton offers small town charm, unique architecture and area attractions and events year-round. Located along the Missouri River – featuring the Meridian Walking Bridge – just blocks away from historic neighborhoods, sites, museums and community parks. From 5th Street to the River & Linn Street to Burleigh Street (605) 299-9734 www.meridian-district.com The Meridian Bridge, a long-time landmark in Yankton, is the result of hard work and determination of local citizens. The bridge closed to vehicle transportation in October 2008, but opened in November 2011 to foot and bike traffic. Spanning over 3,029 feet, the Meridian Bridge is the longest pedestrian bridge connecting two states, Nebraska and South Dakota. It was originally built in 1924 and was the first permanent bridge crossing the Missouri River. This unique bridge is a “doubledecker” with one lane positioned above another and a lift-span to allow riverboat traffic to traverse the river. Until 1953, it was operated as a toll bridge. In 2015 the Meridian Bridge Plaza was added to the north end of the bridge and is now home PEST TECHNICIANS We will remove any pest from your business or residence. •Birds •Bed Bugs •Termites •Bats •Bees •Mice •Roaches •TAP Insulation •Fleas •Rats Call Us For A Quick Quote! 1-800-KIL-BUGS www.800kilbugs.com JIMMY JOHN’S ® 1101 BROADWAY AVE. ~ 605.689.5646 www.VisitYanktonSD.com | Yankton Visitors Guide | 13