Posted in South Dakota
December 19, 2017
History Left A Definite Mark At This One Fascinating Spot In South Dakota
During the Cold War, from the 1960s to the early 1990s, South Dakota was home to a huge missile field that contained more than 150 Minuteman Missiles. Luckily, the mark left by history is much smaller that it could have been. Today, you can visit a launch control facility and even see a Minuteman Missile in its silo.
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The entire ranger-led tour lasts about 30 minutes and accommodates just six people at once, so you'll be able to ask plenty of questions.
The Launch Control Facility is closed until February 1, 2018. After that time, you may make a reservation to tour the facility with a park ranger. Click here for more information. The Visitor Center and missile silo are currently available to the public.
The Launch Control Facility is closed until February 1, 2018. After that time, you may make a reservation to tour the facility with a park ranger. Click here for more information. The Visitor Center and missile silo are currently available to the public.
Have you ever visited the Minuteman Missile National Historic Site? We’d love to hear about your visit!