Step through our doors and embark on a journey through 3 billion years of history—connecting you with the people, cultures, and science behind the ancient Black Hills and prairies of Western South Dakota. It’s a journey rich with stories and traditions—from prehistoric encounters and Native American heritage to pioneer tales and spaceflight.

Each member of the family will delight in discovering a vast array of cultural artifacts and interactive experiences and leave with a connection to this unique and diverse place Lakotas fittingly called the “Island in the Plains.”

DISCOVER THE JOURNEY

We Need

Your Voice!

Complete Survey

This year The Journey Museum is participating in the Annual Survey of Museum-Goers for the first time ever. This exciting opportunity is made possible through the American Alliance of Museums, the largest professional network of museums in the country.

We need your help in completing this important survey. Your participation will provide valuable information that will help guide the future of the Journey Museum.

So please, take a few minutes to complete this survey.

You are our greatest resource as advocates, and we want to hear what is important to you as we strive to make the Journey the finest museum in the Black Hills.

-- New Exhibition --

Picturing The West
Highlights From the Roseland Collection
February 1st, 2025 – June 8th, 2025
Picturing the West aims to capture the rugged spirit, resilience, and traditions of the American West. Through vivid imagery and dynamic compositions, these works celebrate the heritage and daily life of cowboys, ranchers, animals, and the landscapes they inhabit.

About the Exhibit
-- Speaker Series --

Turtle Soup returns in 2025!
Enjoy good stories, good food, and good company on select Fridays from noon to 1:00 pm in the Spring and Fall.
Each Turtle Soup program will feature a presentation and include a featured soup from Fork Real Cafe.
Speakers cover a broad range of intriguing topics, from Indigenous Feminism to Deadwood Archaeology.

Schedule Available Here
--Youth Program--

Family Education on Saturdays
Join us for the new season of STEAM Saturdays for youth ages 6 - 13 on Saturdays starting this fall. Students will learn exciting topics pertaining to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math with hands on activities.
Programs are FREE to museum members and included with admission for non-members.

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--New Exhibition--

Where Eagles Soar
The Story of Billy Mills Told Through the Artwork of SD Nelson
October 11th, 2024 - May 18th, 2025
Come see the legendary story of Billy Mills, Lakota Olympic Gold Medalist, with featured illustrations from his new book, Wings of an Eagle. Artwork created by SD Nelson and on display in the Adelstein Gallery.

About the Exhibit
-- Film Screenings --

Women’s Adventure Film Tour
Saturday, March 22nd 2025
This film selection will present a thrilling selection of films that span extreme sports, personal journeys, and boundary-pushing storytelling from across the globe. This year’s program highlights the resilience and creativity of individuals navigating the challenges of both the outer world and their own inner landscapes.

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