https://www.nps.gov/moru News releases from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. en-us https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/moru_independence-day2026.htm Mon, 09 Mar 2026 07:14:00 EST The National Park Service today announced fireworks will again illuminate the sky above Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3, 2026, to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. Public tickets for the event will be available through a lottery on Recreation.gov from April 8 – 12. https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1207/moru_independence-day2026.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/nps-plans-prescribed-fire-at-moru-starling-basin.htm Fri, 19 Sep 2025 06:41:00 EST The National Park Service at Mount Rushmore National Memorial plans to conduct a prescribed fire at Starling Basin, a 95-acre burn, on or after Oct. 1, 2025, weather permitting. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/nps-plans-prescribed-fire-at-moru-starling-basin.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-offers-summer-programming.htm Wed, 21 May 2025 13:50:00 EST Beginning May 23, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will offer a variety of interpretive experiences to help visitors enjoy this iconic national park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-offers-summer-programming.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-to-unveil-new-visitor-center-movie-and-theater-remodel-on-may-23-2025.htm Tue, 20 May 2025 05:37:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial is excited to announce the unveiling of its newly remodeled visitor center theaters and the debut of the captivating new film, “Mount Rushmore: Carved in Stone,” starting on Friday, May 23, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-to-unveil-new-visitor-center-movie-and-theater-remodel-on-may-23-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-outdoor-ethnobotanical-garden-expands-interpretive-storytelling-at-the-memorial.htm Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:43:00 EST To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is excited to open a new outdoor exhibit focused on Lakota ethnobotany, star knowledge, and sacred sites. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-outdoor-ethnobotanical-garden-expands-interpretive-storytelling-at-the-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-celebrates-independence-day-with-variety-of-events-and-activities.htm Mon, 01 Jul 2024 04:27:00 EST KEYSTONE, SD –– Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3rd and July 4th will have the opportunity to experience a variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. All events are listed below. Specific times and locations are published on the park’s Event Calendar. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-celebrates-independence-day-with-variety-of-events-and-activities.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/over-one-hundred-and-fifty-new-citizens-to-be-naturalized-at-mount-rushmore.htm Mon, 10 Jun 2024 11:17:00 EST On June 14, 2024, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will host a Naturalization Ceremony in honor of Flag Day. The National Park Service, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will welcome more than 150 people from over 60 countries. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/over-one-hundred-and-fifty-new-citizens-to-be-naturalized-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/summer-2024-activities-and-hours-begin-memorial-day-weekend.htm Fri, 03 May 2024 06:21:00 EST Beginning May 24, visitors to the Memorial will have a variety of interpretive programming to choose from to enjoy their visit to this Iconic location. The Visitor Center and Information Center will be open from 8am until 10pm, and the Sculptor Studio will operate from 8am until 8pm through mid-August. The NPS App and Operating Hours webpage are available for visitors to use when planning their trip. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/summer-2024-activities-and-hours-begin-memorial-day-weekend.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/avenue-of-flags-to-feature-new-utah-and-minnesota-state-flags-in-2024.htm Fri, 08 Mar 2024 04:03:00 EST The park will make two changes to the iconic Avenue of Flags in 2024. Utah and Minnesota legislatures have both passed legislation changing their respective state flag designs. The new Utah flag was installed on March 9, while Minnesota's will be installed May 11. Utah’s new flag will centrally feature a beehive. Minnesota’s will have colors representing the shape of the state and the numerous lakes which comprise that state. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/avenue-of-flags-to-feature-new-utah-and-minnesota-state-flags-in-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/325-5-million-visits-to-national-parks-in-2023-2-43-million-visits-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:04:00 EST The National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million visitors in 2023, an increase of over 13 million or 4% over 2022. Mount Rushmore National Memorial saw 2.43 million visitors in 2023. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/325-5-million-visits-to-national-parks-in-2023-2-43-million-visits-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-mount-rushmore-national-memorial-air-tour-management-plan.htm Fri, 17 Nov 2023 06:44:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) completed an air tour management plan for Mount Rushmore National Memorial on November 17, 2023. The plan will prohibit commercial air tours over the park and within one-half mile of the boundary of the park to protect the park’s natural and cultural resources, Tribal sacred sites and ceremonial areas, and visitor experience within the ATMP boundary. The plan’s operating parameters will be effective within 180 days from the date of signature.  https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-completes-mount-rushmore-national-memorial-air-tour-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/winter-hours-of-operation-begin-november-1.htm Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:18:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will transition to winter hours of operation starting on November 1st. Visitor services will be reduced to accommodate regular seasonal changes in staffing and visitation. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/winter-hours-of-operation-begin-november-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation-continues-with-annual-rock-block-monitor-calibration-september-12-13.htm Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:58:00 EST KEYSTONE, SD –– Beginning September 12, visitors may witness climbers repelling and ascending across the sculpture. This is due to an annual re-calibration of specialized equipment that monitors changes in the rock to anticipate damages due to environmental shifts in temperature and erosion. This information has been collected since 1996 through a contract with RESPEC Engineering out of Rapid City, South Dakota. With a three-dimensional map and continual monitoring, park staff can quickly identify any changes in the sculpture and implement any needed remediations. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation-continues-with-annual-rock-block-monitor-calibration-september-12-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-mount-rushmore-national-memorial-contributes-385-6-million-to-local-economy.htm Mon, 21 Aug 2023 08:06:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 2,440,449 visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial in 2022 spent $385.6 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 5,694 jobs in the local area with a cumulative effect of $551 million in economic output. “People come to Mount Rushmore National Memorial to vacation with their families and friends while learning the history of the park and region,” said Superintendent Wheatley. “We recognize that tourism is a critical driver to the local economy and work closely with our tourism partners to support their initiatives.” https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-mount-rushmore-national-memorial-contributes-385-6-million-to-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-celebrates-independence-day-2023.htm Fri, 23 Jun 2023 06:54:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3rd and July 4th will have the opportunity to experience a variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-celebrates-independence-day-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/over-two-hundred-new-citizens-to-be-naturalized-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 07 Jun 2023 04:18:00 EST On June 14, 2023, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will host a Naturalization Ceremony in honor of Flag Day. The National Park Service, the U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will welcome more than 200 people from over 60 countries. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/over-two-hundred-new-citizens-to-be-naturalized-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/summer-operations-2023.htm Mon, 22 May 2023 11:32:00 EST Beginning May 26, visitors to the Memorial will have a variety of programming and trip planning tools at their disposal. The park has updated its digital calendar, Summer Programming, and Operating Hours webpages to reflect upcoming activities and building hours for visitors to enjoy. The Visitor Center and Information Center will be open from 8am until 10pm, and the Sculptor Studio will operate from 8am until 8pm through mid-August. The NPS App is also available for visitors to use when planning their trip. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/summer-operations-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/air-tour-management-plan.htm Mon, 15 May 2023 05:30:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are seeking public feedback on a draft Air Tour Management Plan (ATMP) and associated environmental assessment that are being proposed for Mount Rushmore National Memorial.  https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/air-tour-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation-continues-with-annual-rock-block-monitor-calibration-october-12-13.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2022 08:55:00 EST Beginning October 12, visitors may witness climbers repelling and ascending across the sculpture. This is due to an annual re-calibration of specialized equipment that monitors changes in the rock to anticipate damages due to environmental shifts in temperature and erosion. This information has been collected since 1996 through a contract with RESPEC Engineering out of Rapid City, South Dakota. With a three-dimensional map and continual monitoring, park staff can quickly identify any changes in the sculpture and implement any needed remediations. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation-continues-with-annual-rock-block-monitor-calibration-october-12-13.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-and-federal-aviation-administration-seeking-public-input-on-air-tour-management-plan.htm Tue, 06 Sep 2022 10:26:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) are seeking public comments on potential alternatives for an air tour management plan (ATMP) for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Public comments will be accepted during a 30-day public scoping process starting September 6 through October 6. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-and-federal-aviation-administration-seeking-public-input-on-air-tour-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-2022-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:08:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3rd and July 4th will have the opportunity to experience a variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-2022-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-the-black-hills-area-creates-301-4-million-in-economic-benefit.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2022 04:20:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 3.6 million visitors to Black Hills area national parks spent $231.6 million in the state in 2021. That spending resulted in 3,362 jobs and had a cumulative benefit to the state economy of $301.4 million. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-the-black-hills-area-creates-301-4-million-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/winter-prescribed-burn-to-reduce-slash-piles.htm Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:38:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be implementing prescribed burns this winter. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/winter-prescribed-burn-to-reduce-slash-piles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/change-to-fall-hours-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:12:00 EST Beginning on October 28, the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center and Information Center will open at 8:00 a.m. and close at 6:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/change-to-fall-hours-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-adjustment-to-operations-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Thu, 30 Sep 2021 11:31:00 EST Beginning on October 1, the lighting of the sculpture will begin at dusk and last until 9:00 p.m. The Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center and Information Center will open at 8:00 a.m. and close at 7:00 p.m. The Gift Shop will open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. The Carver’s Café will open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 4:30 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-adjustment-to-operations-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-rope-access-team-will-be-working-on-the-sculpture-september-15-17-2021.htm Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:05:00 EST Members of the Rope Access Team will be visible on the faces during this timeframe and visitors can expect to see them conducting their work. All facilities will continue to be fully operational and open to visitors during this time. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-rope-access-team-will-be-working-on-the-sculpture-september-15-17-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/special-patriot-s-day-programming-to-be-held-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial-on-september-11-and-12-2021.htm Fri, 10 Sep 2021 04:42:00 EST Special programs will be presented at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, September 11, 2021 and at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 12, 2021. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/special-patriot-s-day-programming-to-be-held-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial-on-september-11-and-12-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-opportunities-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Fri, 13 Aug 2021 04:34:00 EST Beginning on August 15 operational hours throughout the park will change. The Evening Lighting Ceremony will start at 8:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-opportunities-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/ready-for-visitors.htm Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:00:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will reopen for visitors 5:00 a.m. Thursday morning April 1. State Road 244 east and west entrances will reopen at midnight tonight. Iron Mountain Road will remain closed through tomorrow allowing firefighters to continue mop-up operations. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/ready-for-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/michelle-wheatley-selected-as-superintendent-of-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:00:00 EST National Park Service Regional Director Bert Frost announced the selection of Michelle Wheatley as superintendent of Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/michelle-wheatley-selected-as-superintendent-of-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/join-park-rangers-for-special-programs-on-july-4.htm Thu, 02 Jul 2020 09:38:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial will have the opportunity to celebrate the birth of our nation through a variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment on July 4th. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/join-park-rangers-for-special-programs-on-july-4.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/additional-details-and-public-access-changes-for-july-3-fireworks-display-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Tue, 30 Jun 2020 12:15:00 EST The Department of the Interior, National Park Service and State of South Dakota look forward to hosting South Dakota’s Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebration 2020 on July 3, which will be attended by President Donald J. Trump, U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt and the Governor of South Dakota Kristi Noem. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/additional-details-and-public-access-changes-for-july-3-fireworks-display-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-at-mount-rushmore.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2020 14:00:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will implement a prescribed burn on Wednesday, April 29 to reduce accumulated fuels in support of the park’s fire management plan. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prescribed-burn-planned-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-return-of-independence-day-fireworks-to-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2020 07:45:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) today announced the return of Independence Day Fireworks to Mount Rushmore National Memorial after an 11-year absence. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-announces-return-of-independence-day-fireworks-to-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:20:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial is announcing modifications to operations to implement the latest guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and local and state authorities to promote social distancing. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-is-modifying-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-takes-next-steps-to-bring-back-independence-day-fireworks-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Fri, 28 Feb 2020 08:45:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) announced next steps in advancing the return of fireworks to Mount Rushmore National Memorial after an 11-year absence. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-service-takes-next-steps-to-bring-back-independence-day-fireworks-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/patricia-trap-to-serve-as-acting-superintendent-for-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Fri, 17 Jan 2020 07:57:00 EST National Park Service Regional Director Bert Frost has announced that Patricia Trap will be serving as acting superintendent at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. She assumed her temporary position on January 6, 2020. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/patricia-trap-to-serve-as-acting-superintendent-for-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/hours-change-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 07 Aug 2019 09:13:00 EST Transition to fall hours of operation will begin at Mount Rushmore National Memorial Sunday August 11. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/hours-change-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/site-open-while-construction-begins.htm Fri, 28 Jun 2019 05:18:00 EST Major construction will begin after the Independence Day holiday week. Scull Construction Services Inc. from Rapid City South Dakota has been selected as the contractor to address deferred maintenance projects at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/site-open-while-construction-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/summer-opportunities-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Thu, 30 May 2019 06:17:00 EST The official start of the summer season offers enhanced visitor enjoyment through extended hours and the opening of the newly restored Sculptor’s Studio. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/summer-opportunities-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-resumes-full-operations.htm Mon, 28 Jan 2019 09:10:00 EST With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Mount Rushmore National Memorial have resumed normal operations as of Monday January 28, 2019. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-resumes-full-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm Sun, 23 Dec 2018 05:17:00 EST During the shutdown of the federal government due to the lapse of appropriations, national parks will remain as accessible as possible while still following all applicable laws and procedures. Park roads and the grounds at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, will remain accessible to visitors, but emergency and rescue services will be limited. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-accessible-to-public-during-government-shutdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/parking-enhancements.htm Fri, 28 Sep 2018 10:11:00 EST The parking facility at Mount Rushmore is about to change lanes. Beginning October 2 visitors will drive up, take a ticket for parking and pay at one of several pay stations located throughout the parking facility, near the Information Center, at Carvers' Marketplace or at the Gift Shop. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/parking-enhancements.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/winter-hours-of-operation-at-mount-rushmore.htm Thu, 27 Sep 2018 09:39:00 EST As the leaves begin to change, so do the hours of operation at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Fall and early winter can be a beautiful time to enjoy the sculpture. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/winter-hours-of-operation-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/hours-of-operation-change-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 08 Aug 2018 10:03:00 EST Transition to fall hours of operation will begin at Mount Rushmore National Memorial Sunday August 12. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/hours-of-operation-change-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/blackberry-trail-designated-national-recreation-trail.htm Fri, 01 Jun 2018 04:37:00 EST U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke designated the Blackberry Trail at Mount Rushmore National Memorial as a nationally recognized recreational trail joining the recreational trails system that stretches across the United States. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/blackberry-trail-designated-national-recreation-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/visitor-enhancements-and-deferred-maintenance.htm Thu, 24 May 2018 05:54:00 EST The official start of the summer season offers enhanced visitor enjoyment through extended hours and opportunities to address deferred maintenance projects at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/visitor-enhancements-and-deferred-maintenance.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-mount-rushmore-adds-177-million-to-local-economy.htm Fri, 11 May 2018 05:18:00 EST In celebration of National Travel and Tourism Week Mount Rushmore National Memorial reveals data from a new National Park Service report which shows that over 2.4 million visitors to Mount Rushmore in 2017 spent an estimated $139 million in local communities. Spending that supported 2,140 jobs in the area and had a cumulative benefit of $177 million to the local economy. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-mount-rushmore-adds-177-million-to-local-economy.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/wastewater-treatment-operation-and-maintenance-award-recipient.htm Tue, 08 May 2018 05:44:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial wastewater treatment system team is the recipient of the 2017 Operation and Maintenance Wastewater Treatment Award presented by the South Dakota Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, DENR. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/wastewater-treatment-operation-and-maintenance-award-recipient.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/veterans-honored-with-free-parking-on-veterans-day.htm Wed, 01 Nov 2017 08:49:00 EST In commemoration of Veterans Day, on Saturday November 11 parking fees will be waived for veterans visiting Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/veterans-honored-with-free-parking-on-veterans-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebration-of-trail-rehabilitation.htm Thu, 28 Sep 2017 12:03:00 EST On Tuesday, September 26, an early celebration of National Public Lands Day occurred with the reopening of the Blackberry Trail. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebration-of-trail-rehabilitation.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-plaque-honors-chief-carver-luigi-del-bianco.htm Sat, 16 Sep 2017 09:25:00 EST On Saturday, September 16, the National Park Service unveiled a plaque to recognize Luigi Del Bianco as the Chief Carver of Mount Rushmore National Memorial.   https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-plaque-honors-chief-carver-luigi-del-bianco.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/transitions-at-mount-rushmore.htm Fri, 04 Aug 2017 04:42:00 EST The month of August is a time of change at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The steps leading to the Borglum View Terrace will be temporarily closed; the Evening Program time will change; and the Heritage Village and Youth Exploration Area are closing for the season. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/transitions-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2017-independence-day-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 28 Jun 2017 11:50:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3rd will have the opportunity to experience a variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2017-independence-day-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/grand-reopening-of-the-concessions-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Thu, 11 May 2017 05:42:00 EST The National Park Service at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and the park concessioner, Xanterra Parks and Resorts, invite you to the Grand Reopening of the gift shop and dining facility. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/grand-reopening-of-the-concessions-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/upcoming-sculpture-preservation-work.htm Wed, 15 Feb 2017 04:56:00 EST Friday, February 17th, members of the Mount Rushmore National Memorial Preservation Team and engineers from RESPEC Engineering from Rapid City, South Dakota, will be performing monitor maintenance on the face of the sculpture. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/upcoming-sculpture-preservation-work.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/heartland-of-america-band-performs-on-presidents-day.htm Mon, 06 Feb 2017 03:10:00 EST Celebrate President’s Day at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and enjoy the sounds of Offutt Brass. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/heartland-of-america-band-performs-on-presidents-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/carvers-cafe-begins-to-change.htm Thu, 26 Jan 2017 11:01:00 EST On January 26 the Carvers Cafe at Mount Rushmore will begin to transform. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/carvers-cafe-begins-to-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prescribed-burn-to-reduce-slash-piles.htm Tue, 20 Dec 2016 07:40:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will implement a prescribed burn to reduce accumulated slash piles in support of the park’s fire management plan. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prescribed-burn-to-reduce-slash-piles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2016 12:09:00 EST The week of September 12th through 16th the Mount Rushmore National Memorial Preservation Team will be on the mountain. Periodically the Presidential Trail will be closed during the hauling process due to safety reasons. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/centennial-festivities.htm Thu, 18 Aug 2016 05:22:00 EST Centennial Celebrations are in full swing! Beginning Saturday August 20 with the Find Your Park Festival through Friday August 26 a variety of celebrations are being held both in Rapid City and at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/centennial-festivities.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-hours-change.htm Fri, 12 Aug 2016 05:25:00 EST Beginning Sunday August 14, 2016, the following changes will occur in the hours of operation, the Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore will transition to an earlier start time of 8:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-hours-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-concession-contract-awarded.htm Wed, 06 Jul 2016 07:28:00 EST The National Park Service announced today the selection of Xanterra Parks and Resorts, Inc., for the 10-year concession contract at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-concession-contract-awarded.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/july-celebrations.htm Fri, 01 Jul 2016 08:47:00 EST Independence Day and National Park Service Centennial celebrations held at Mount Rushmore National Memorial come together in July. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/july-celebrations.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/centennial-summer-hours-begin.htm Fri, 27 May 2016 05:35:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier announces the opening of the summer schedule for Mount Rushmore National Memorial beginning Friday May 27 at 9 pm with the first Evening Lighting Ceremony. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/centennial-summer-hours-begin.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/wastewater-treatment-operation-award-and-drinking-water-certificate-of-achievement-recipient.htm Thu, 28 Apr 2016 06:02:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial wastewater treatment system team is the recipient of the 2015 Operation and Maintenance Wastewater Treatment Award and the Drinking Water Certificate of Achievement presented by the South Dakota Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, DENR. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/wastewater-treatment-operation-award-and-drinking-water-certificate-of-achievement-recipient.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prescribed-burn-reducing-slash-piles.htm Tue, 26 Apr 2016 10:14:00 EST Tuesday April 26 Mount Rushmore National Memorial will implement a prescribed burn to reduce accumulated slash piles in support of the park’s fire management plan. The burns will begin at the south east park boundary. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prescribed-burn-reducing-slash-piles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-badlands-and-black-hills-national-park-sites-creates-economic-benefits-in-2015.htm Thu, 21 Apr 2016 09:32:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that the 4.2 million visitors to national park sites in the Black Hills/Badlands area in 2015 spent $276.2 million in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-badlands-and-black-hills-national-park-sites-creates-economic-benefits-in-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-climate-friendly-park.htm Sat, 16 Apr 2016 06:04:00 EST Celebrating National Park Week, Superintendent Cheryl Schreier announces Mount Rushmore National Memorial has achieved Climate Friendly Park (CFP) status. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/new-climate-friendly-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/rose-parade-revelry.htm Fri, 18 Dec 2015 09:19:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier invites you to celebrate New Year’s Day at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/rose-parade-revelry.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/introducing-find-your-park-activity-99.htm Fri, 18 Dec 2015 09:03:00 EST “Activity 99” is a list of 2 - 4 activities, places, events or fun things to do or items to find in several locations around the Black Hills, a scavenger hunt within our local parks, communities, museums, and visitor centers. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/introducing-find-your-park-activity-99.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prospectus-for-retail-food-and-beverage-parking-and-other-services-issued.htm Thu, 01 Oct 2015 04:59:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) issued a Prospectus on September 29, 2015, for a concession contract for food and beverage, retail, and parking at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/prospectus-for-retail-food-and-beverage-parking-and-other-services-issued.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2015-time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony.htm Tue, 04 Aug 2015 10:00:00 EST Beginning Sunday August 9, 2015, the Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore will transition to an earlier start time of 8:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2015-time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation-work-underway.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2015 05:37:00 EST Beginning Tuesday, June 23, the Sculpture Preservation Team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be working on the sculpture replacing monitors and fiber optic lines. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-preservation-work-underway.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/wastewater-treatment-operation-award-recipient.htm Fri, 08 May 2015 05:05:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial wastewater treatment system team is the recipient of the 2014 Operation and Maintenance Wastewater Treatment Award presented by the South Dakota Department of Environmental and Natural Resources, DENR. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/wastewater-treatment-operation-award-recipient.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/healthy-parks-healthy-people-pet-and-smoking-boundary-established.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2015 10:02:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier announces the beginning of the pet and smoking boundary establishment at Mount Rushmore effective Friday, May 1, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/healthy-parks-healthy-people-pet-and-smoking-boundary-established.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/Iconic-Wendelin-Smokey-Bear-Paintings-on-Exhibit.htm Fri, 24 Apr 2015 05:14:00 EST South Dakota dubbed the month of May “Wildfire Awareness Month.” A very special exhibit will arrived to help us celebrate awareness and promote safety through beautiful artwork. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/Iconic-Wendelin-Smokey-Bear-Paintings-on-Exhibit.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/Construction-Begins-on-Youth-Exploration-Area.htm Thu, 19 Mar 2015 09:48:00 EST Monday, March 23, construction will begin on a new Youth Exploration Area at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. During construction a section of the Presidential Trail will be closed to the public. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/Construction-Begins-on-Youth-Exploration-Area.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/Celebrating-Ninety-Years.htm Wed, 18 Mar 2015 07:11:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial celebrates 90 years of history on March 25, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/Celebrating-Ninety-Years.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/musco-lighting-donates-an-illuminating-gift.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2014 06:15:00 EST New sculpture lighting system donated to Mount Rushmore National Memoral. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/musco-lighting-donates-an-illuminating-gift.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-changes.htm Fri, 26 Sep 2014 08:32:00 EST Evening illumination of the sculpture at Mount Rushmore is about to change. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-changes.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebrate-the-200th-anniversary-of-the-national-anthem.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2014 10:25:00 EST September 14, 2014 will mark the 200th anniversary of the poem “The Defense of Fort McHenry” written by Francis Scott Key. This poem would eventually become our National Anthem. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebrate-the-200th-anniversary-of-the-national-anthem.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony.htm Wed, 06 Aug 2014 10:48:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl A. Schreier has announced a change in the hours of operation at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/remotely-piloted-aircraft-to-be-prohibited-in-america-s-national-parks.htm Fri, 20 Jun 2014 10:54:00 EST National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis today signed a policy memorandum that directs superintendents nationwide to prohibit launching, landing, or operating remotely piloted aircraft on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/remotely-piloted-aircraft-to-be-prohibited-in-america-s-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-flag-day-celebration.htm Thu, 12 Jun 2014 11:27:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl A. Schreier has announced the celebration of Flag Day for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-flag-day-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-summer-hours.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 11:47:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier has announced the summer schedule for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-summer-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/visitor-study-workshop-held.htm Fri, 28 Mar 2014 08:26:00 EST Cheryl Schreier, Superintendent of Mount Rushmore National Memorial, is releasing the data from a recent visitor study conducted in summer 2013. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/visitor-study-workshop-held.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-badlands-and-black-hills-national-park-sites-creates-229-7-million-in-economic-benefit.htm Mon, 03 Mar 2014 07:31:00 EST A new National Park Service report shows that 3,782,890 visitors to National Park sites in South Dakota in 2012 spent $229.7 million within the local area. That spending supported 3,549 jobs. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tourism-to-badlands-and-black-hills-national-park-sites-creates-229-7-million-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-prescribed-burn-reducing-slash-piles.htm Wed, 26 Feb 2014 07:37:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will implement a prescribed burn to reduce accumulated slash piles in support of the park’s fire management plan. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-prescribed-burn-reducing-slash-piles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/united-states-mint-to-launch-mount-rushmore-quarter-november-6.htm Tue, 29 Oct 2013 10:29:00 EST Join officials from the United States Mint and the National Park Service for the official launch of the Mount Rushmore National Memorial quarter on November 6, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/united-states-mint-to-launch-mount-rushmore-quarter-november-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/back-to-school-in-americas-national-parks.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 09:28:00 EST Teachers across South Dakota have a new tool to help them engage their students in classroom and place-based learning. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/back-to-school-in-americas-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/commemoration-of-50th-anniversary-of-i-have-a-dream-speech.htm Fri, 23 Aug 2013 10:18:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial Acting Superintendent David Smith invites the community and visitors to participate in a national remembrance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s I Have a Dream speech on August 28, 2013 at the Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/commemoration-of-50th-anniversary-of-i-have-a-dream-speech.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/xanterra-wins-midwest-region-partnership-award.htm Tue, 06 Aug 2013 10:04:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial Superintendent Cheryl Schreier is pleased to announce Xanterra at Mount Rushmore as the 2013 recipient of the National Park Service, Midwest Region, Excellence in Partnering Award. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/xanterra-wins-midwest-region-partnership-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony-2013.htm Mon, 05 Aug 2013 09:50:00 EST As daylight shortens the hours of operation change at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Beginning Sunday August 11, 2013, the Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore will transition to an earlier start time of 8:00 PM. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2013-independence-day-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2013 09:36:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3 and 4 will have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2013-independence-day-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-and-sioux-indian-museum-announce.htm Mon, 03 Jun 2013 12:11:00 EST The Department of the Interior, National Park Service, and Indian Arts and Crafts Board’s (IACB) Sioux Indian Museum are pleased to announce a collaboration to establish a program for visiting American Indian artists and artisans. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-and-sioux-indian-museum-announce.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-opens-public-comment-period-for-environmental-assessment-of-climbing.htm Tue, 07 May 2013 09:45:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial welcomes the public to review and comment on the Environmental Assessment (EA) on hiking trails to climbing areas found in the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-opens-public-comment-period-for-environmental-assessment-of-climbing.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/an-afternoon-with-jan-conn-climber-and-caver.htm Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:17:00 EST Cavers, adventurers and armchair pioneers are invited to experience the thrill of initial cave exploration through a presentation by climbing and caving pioneer Jan Conn. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/an-afternoon-with-jan-conn-climber-and-caver.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-named-top-tourist-attraction.htm Tue, 26 Mar 2013 10:02:00 EST According to the 2013 FamilyFun Travel Awards, Mount Rushmore National Memorial ranks as the top tourist attraction. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-named-top-tourist-attraction.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-use-prescribed-burn-to-reduce-slash-piles.htm Mon, 25 Mar 2013 10:09:00 EST Monday March 25 Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be implementing a prescribed burn to reduce accumulated slash piles in support of the park’s fire management plan. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-use-prescribed-burn-to-reduce-slash-piles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-south-dakota-creates-165-million-in-economic-benefit.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2013 07:50:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report for 2011 shows that the 3,807,375 visitors to national parks in South Dakota spent $165 million in communities surrounding those parks. This spending supported 2,651 jobs across the state. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/national-park-tourism-in-south-dakota-creates-165-million-in-economic-benefit.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-stream-the-presidential-inauguration-live.htm Fri, 18 Jan 2013 09:25:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial Superintendent Cheryl Schreier invites the public to view the Fifty-Seventh Presidential Inauguration Ceremony streamed live in Theater B at the ‘Shrine of Democracy’ on Monday January 21, 2013. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-stream-the-presidential-inauguration-live.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/carving-of-mount-rushmore-depicted-on-2013-quarter.htm Fri, 14 Dec 2012 08:47:00 EST A depiction of the carving of Mount Rushmore was revealed by the United States Mint to be located on the reverse, tails side, of an America the Beautiful Quarter to be released in the fall of next year. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/carving-of-mount-rushmore-depicted-on-2013-quarter.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fire-restrictions-lifted.htm Mon, 19 Nov 2012 08:52:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier announced fire restrictions have been lifted at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fire-restrictions-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-lesson-plans-launched.htm Fri, 02 Nov 2012 10:03:00 EST Mount Rushmore announces the launch of online curricula based lesson plans adhering to the nationally recognized Common Core State Standards Initiative. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-lesson-plans-launched.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/hours-for-fall-operations-begin-october-1.htm Fri, 28 Sep 2012 10:09:00 EST Beginning Monday, October 1, 2012, facilities at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will transition into fall hours. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/hours-for-fall-operations-begin-october-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/three-clay-workshops-left-in-the-season.htm Thu, 16 Aug 2012 07:35:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be hosting three more clay sculpting workshops this summer. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/three-clay-workshops-left-in-the-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony-august-2013.htm Tue, 07 Aug 2012 10:16:00 EST As daylight shortens the hours of operation change at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-lighting-ceremony-august-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2012-independence-day-celebrations-a-success.htm Fri, 06 Jul 2012 07:44:00 EST Over 35,000 people during a two-day series of events enjoyed a fun Independence Day Celebration at the Shrine of Democracy. Patriotism, military salutes and music drove the spirit of the day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2012-independence-day-celebrations-a-success.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/smoking-ban-now-in-effect-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:29:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier announced today that in an effort to promote a safe visiting and working environment under current dry conditions, Mount Rushmore National Memorial is banning smoking throughout the park effective immediately. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/smoking-ban-now-in-effect-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/clay-workshops-offered-throughout-the-summer.htm Fri, 29 Jun 2012 10:21:00 EST In addition to a full spectrum of summer ranger-led programs, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be hosting clay sculpting workshops throughout the summer. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/clay-workshops-offered-throughout-the-summer.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm Mon, 25 Jun 2012 07:49:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3rd and 4th will have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day with a focus on active duty military and veterans. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-celebrations-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-introduces-digital-preservation-project.htm Thu, 14 Jun 2012 09:03:00 EST The National Park Service announces the official launch of the Mount Rushmore Digital Preservation project. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-introduces-digital-preservation-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/kevin-locke-presenting-special-cultural-performance.htm Wed, 13 Jun 2012 08:56:00 EST Kevin Locke world renown storyteller and cultural ambassador will perform a traditional hoop dance at Mount Rushmore National Memorial on June 16 at 7:00 PM in the amphitheater. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/kevin-locke-presenting-special-cultural-performance.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/preservation-work-proceeding.htm Wed, 30 May 2012 09:10:00 EST The preservation team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be working on the sculpture beginning Thursday, May 31. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/preservation-work-proceeding.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-2012-summer-hours.htm Fri, 25 May 2012 07:55:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier has announced the summer schedule for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-2012-summer-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-preserves-cultural-landscape.htm Tue, 15 May 2012 09:19:00 EST On Monday, May 14, 2012 Mount Rushmore National Memorial began spraying identified trees of high value to preserve the cultural landscape. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-preserves-cultural-landscape.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fire-caution-recommended-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:21:00 EST A mild winter and dry start to spring has resulted in high to extreme fire danger throughout the Central and Southern Black Hills including Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fire-caution-recommended-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-rock-climbing-area-open-house.htm Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:23:00 EST The public is invited to attend an open house at the Keystone Community Center on Wednesday, March 14, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. to provide input on the safety and environmental issues related to parking and hiking access to six rock climbing areas within Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-rock-climbing-area-open-house.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-equals-visitors-money-and-jobs.htm Tue, 28 Feb 2012 07:28:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that more than 2,331,000 visitors in 2010 spent $77.1 million in Mount Rushmore National Memorial and in communities near the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-equals-visitors-money-and-jobs.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-prescribed-burning-reducing-slash-piles.htm Fri, 27 Jan 2012 07:35:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial has begun a series of prescribed burns to reduce accumulated slash piles in support of the park’s mountain pine beetle and fire management plans. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-prescribed-burning-reducing-slash-piles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/launch-of-3d-digital-portal-allows-virtual-access-to-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Tue, 10 Jan 2012 07:41:00 EST Mount Rushmore announces the launch of a new digital portal, http://archive.cyark.org/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-intro. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/launch-of-3d-digital-portal-allows-virtual-access-to-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fireworks-eliminated-from-independence-day-celebration.htm Mon, 17 Oct 2011 08:47:00 EST Superintendent Cheryl Schreier announced today that planning is underway for the 2012 Independence Day Celebration at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fireworks-eliminated-from-independence-day-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/annual-preservation-work-underway.htm Thu, 06 Oct 2011 08:53:00 EST The preservation team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be working on the faces starting Tuesday, October 11. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/annual-preservation-work-underway.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-will-transition-to-winter-operations-starting-october-1.htm Mon, 26 Sep 2011 09:17:00 EST Beginning Saturday, October 1, 2011, facilities at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will change to winter hours. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-will-transition-to-winter-operations-starting-october-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-re-enactor-to-perform-on-labor-day.htm Thu, 01 Sep 2011 09:24:00 EST Back by popular demand to Mount Rushmore National Memorial is Gib Young, the re-enactor for President Theodore Roosevelt. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/theodore-roosevelt-re-enactor-to-perform-on-labor-day.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tenth-anniversary-of-9-11-to-be-commemorated-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Fri, 26 Aug 2011 09:40:00 EST In solemn remembrance of the tenth anniversary of September 11, 2001, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will illuminate the sculpture through the night of Sunday, September 11, 2011. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/tenth-anniversary-of-9-11-to-be-commemorated-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/senator-george-mcgovern-to-hold-book-signing.htm Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:28:00 EST Former South Dakota Senator George McGovern will be signing copies of his latest book at Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Wednesday, August 24. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/senator-george-mcgovern-to-hold-book-signing.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculptor-in-residence-to-offer-clay-sculpting-workshops.htm Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:50:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will offer a ranger-led clay sculpting workshop every Thursday and Saturday beginning September 1 through September 29. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculptor-in-residence-to-offer-clay-sculpting-workshops.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-program.htm Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:04:00 EST Beginning Sunday August 14, 2011, the Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will transition to an earlier start time of 8:00 pm. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/time-change-for-evening-program.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculptor-in-residence-to-offer-free-three-day-workshop.htm Fri, 05 Aug 2011 10:09:00 EST The National Park Service will offer a ranger-led sculpture workshop at Mount Rushmore National Memorial August 24, 25, and 26. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculptor-in-residence-to-offer-free-three-day-workshop.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-continues-pine-beetle-mitigation-efforts.htm Mon, 11 Jul 2011 07:18:00 EST On Tuesday, July 12, 2011 Mount Rushmore National Memorial will continue implementing the Mountain Pine Beetle Assessment and Action Plan to address the mountain pine beetle (MPB) epidemic that is occurring in the central Black Hills. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-continues-pine-beetle-mitigation-efforts.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/thousands-celebrate-at-the-shrine-of-democracy.htm Wed, 06 Jul 2011 10:18:00 EST The July 3 Independence Day celebration at Mount Rushmore National Memorial brought over 21,000 visitors to the national icon and proved to be one of the busiest days of the year. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/thousands-celebrate-at-the-shrine-of-democracy.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-weekend-schedule-of-events.htm Fri, 24 Jun 2011 10:29:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3, 2011 will have the opportunity to experience a wide variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-weekend-schedule-of-events.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/local-businessman-receives-champion-recognition-award.htm Tue, 07 Jun 2011 10:43:00 EST The National Park Service Midwest Regional Office Director, Michael Reynolds, has announced that Jim Burgess and Black Hills Harley-Davidson are the recipients of a 2011 Midwest Region Partnership Award. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/local-businessman-receives-champion-recognition-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/german-shepherd-is-newest-member-of-mount-rushmore-team.htm Wed, 04 May 2011 10:52:00 EST An explosives detecting canine has joined the team at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/german-shepherd-is-newest-member-of-mount-rushmore-team.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/partnership-results-in-live-webcam-at-mount-rushmore.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2011 11:17:00 EST As a result of a partnership forged between the National Park Service and South Dakota Public Broadcasting, people worldwide are now able to log on http://www.sdpb.org/webcams/mtrushmore.aspx and see live webcam pictures of an American icon, Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/partnership-results-in-live-webcam-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/weisman-receives-national-recognition.htm Thu, 31 Mar 2011 11:36:00 EST Bruce Weisman, Curator at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, received national recognition at the recent George Wright Society Conference on Parks, Protected Areas, and Cultural Sites in New Orleans, LA. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/weisman-receives-national-recognition.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fuel-reduction-measures-to-continue-at-mount-rushmore.htm Tue, 22 Feb 2011 06:22:00 EST In conjunction with the State of South Dakota, Wildland Fire Suppression Division, and fire personnel from surrounding national parks, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will implement the burning of slash piles within the park boundaries. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fuel-reduction-measures-to-continue-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2011-independence-day-celebration-planning.htm Mon, 10 Jan 2011 03:07:00 EST Planning will soon be underway for the 2011 Independence Day Celebration at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2011-independence-day-celebration-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-receives-generous-donation.htm Tue, 28 Dec 2010 09:41:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial has long been a special place to South Dakota native, Sharon Weinel, and her husband Jim. The Weinels’ admiration and respect for the Memorial has inspired them to give an extremely generous donation of $110,000 to the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-receives-generous-donation.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/concessioner-to-increase-parking-fee.htm Tue, 28 Dec 2010 05:16:00 EST Effective January 1, 2011, the cost of a parking pass at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will increase. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/concessioner-to-increase-parking-fee.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/cheryl-schreier-takes-over-helm.htm Fri, 01 Oct 2010 10:55:00 EST Cheryl A. Schreier, the new Superintendent at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, officially began her duties on September 27, 2010. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/cheryl-schreier-takes-over-helm.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-will-transition-to-winter-operations-starting-october-1.htm Thu, 30 Sep 2010 11:12:00 EST Beginning Friday, October 1, 2010, facilities at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will change to winter hours. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-will-transition-to-winter-operations-starting-october-1.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-remembers-september-11.htm Fri, 10 Sep 2010 04:52:00 EST In solemn remembrance of September 11, 2001, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be extending the evening illumination of the sculpture through the night of Saturday, September 11. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-remembers-september-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/kevin-locke-to-perform-september-5th.htm Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:38:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial will have an opportunity to experience and enjoy a special cultural program provided by visionary Hoop Dancer, Kevin Locke “TokeyaInajin.” https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/kevin-locke-to-perform-september-5th.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-celebration-a-success-at-mount-rushmore.htm Tue, 06 Jul 2010 07:21:00 EST On July 3, an emotionally moving ceremony to the last surviving South Dakota Women Airforce Service Pilot (WASP) from World War II and the only known Native American WASP, Ola Mildred “Millie” Rexroat, and a spectacular live orchestra concert rounded out a full day of patriotic programs and activities at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-celebration-a-success-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-implements-mountain-pine-beetle-action-plan.htm Thu, 03 Jun 2010 07:52:00 EST On Friday, June 4, 2010 Mount Rushmore National Memorial will begin implementing the Mountain Pine Beetle Assessment and Action Plan to address the mountain pine beetle (MPB) epidemic that is occurring in the central Black Hills. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-implements-mountain-pine-beetle-action-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-scanning-a-success-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 26 May 2010 09:06:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial successfully completed the digital laser scanning of the park’s cultural resources on Tuesday. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-scanning-a-success-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-announces-2010-independence-day-event.htm Mon, 17 May 2010 09:47:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial is finalizing the event schedule for the 2010 Independence Day celebration. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-announces-2010-independence-day-event.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-finalizes-action-plan-to-address-mountain-pine-beetle-infestation.htm Wed, 12 May 2010 10:26:00 EST In response to the current Mountain Pine Beetle epidemic, Mount Rushmore National Memorial has finalized an action plan that addresses the presence of mountain pine beetle in the Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-finalizes-action-plan-to-address-mountain-pine-beetle-infestation.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-scanning-begins-at-mount-rushmore.htm Fri, 07 May 2010 11:28:00 EST A ground-breaking three-dimensional laser scanning project will begin at Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Monday, May 10. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-scanning-begins-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/carving-preservation-operations.htm Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:40:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will resume annual preservation work on the carving and other areas of the mountain from Monday, April 26 through Sunday, May 9. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/carving-preservation-operations.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/jarvis-names-assistant-director-for-american-indian-relations.htm Mon, 12 Apr 2010 05:45:00 EST National Park Service Director Jon Jarvis today named Mount Rushmore National Monument Superintendent Gerard Baker as his Assistant Director for American Indian Relations. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/jarvis-names-assistant-director-for-american-indian-relations.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-conducts-disaster-response-training-exercise.htm Thu, 08 Apr 2010 05:34:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial conducted a disaster response training exercise on Thursday, April 8 in cooperation with local partner agencies. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-conducts-disaster-response-training-exercise.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-turn-out-for-earth-hour-2010.htm Thu, 25 Mar 2010 05:54:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will participate in what is expected to be the largest call for action on climate change in history sponsored by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-turn-out-for-earth-hour-2010.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-develops-action-plan-to-address-mountain-pine-beetle-infestation.htm Fri, 26 Feb 2010 08:48:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial has assembled a National Park Service Rapid Resource Assessment Team (RRAT) to create an action plan to address the Mountain Pine Beetle (MPB) epidemic that is causing ponderosa pine mortality throughout the Black Hills. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-develops-action-plan-to-address-mountain-pine-beetle-infestation.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/project-citizen-students-research-mountain-pine-beetle-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:02:00 EST Spearfish Middle School sixth graders participated in a field study at Mount Rushmore National Memorial in January in order to gather scientific data and learn from agency experts about the pine beetle infestation that is killing trees and increasing the risk of fire in the memorial and surrounding areas. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/project-citizen-students-research-mountain-pine-beetle-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-superintendent-announces-2010-south-dakota-tourism-awards.htm Mon, 01 Feb 2010 04:33:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial Superintendent Gerard Baker announced that South Dakota Governor Mike Rounds presented the 2010 George Mickelson Great Service Award to Xanterra Parks and Resorts at the Governor’s Conference on Tourism held in Pierre, SD, in January. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-superintendent-announces-2010-south-dakota-tourism-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-develop-action-plan-to-manage-pine-beetle-infestation.htm Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:05:00 EST The National Park Service has assembled a team of managers and specialists to develop an action plan for summer 2010, relating to the treatment of the mountain pine beetle (Dendroctonus ponderosae) at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-develop-action-plan-to-manage-pine-beetle-infestation.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-determined-for-new-backcountry-trail-system.htm Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:58:00 EST The National Park Service(NPS) issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for a Mount Rushmore National Memorial environmental assessment (EA) titled Yellow Wolf Loop Trail. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-determined-for-new-backcountry-trail-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-remembers-september-11.htm Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:52:00 EST In solemn remembrance of September 11, 2001, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be extending the evening illumination of the sculpture through the night of Friday, September 11. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-remembers-september-11.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-scanning-and-preservation-project-schedule.htm Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:08:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial is in the process of finalizing a groundbreaking partnership with the Kacyra Family Foundation and its project, CyArk (CyArk) – a US-based non-profit organization that pioneered the digital preservation (3-dimensional laser scanning, modeling and archiving) of world heritage sites and monuments. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/digital-scanning-and-preservation-project-schedule.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/greenpeace-demonstration-on-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 08 Jul 2009 10:20:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial, a unit of the National Park Service (NPS) was the site of a demonstration by Greenpeace this morning. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/greenpeace-demonstration-on-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-celebrated-at-mount-rushmore.htm Mon, 06 Jul 2009 04:27:00 EST On July 3, an emotionally moving ceremony to three of the World War II Navajo Code Talkers and a fireworks display rounded out a full day of patriotic programming at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/independence-day-celebrated-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/project-to-digitally-preserve-mount-rushmore-announced.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 10:30:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial, a unit of the National Park Service (NPS) is developing a groundbreaking partnership with CyArk – a US-based non-profit organization that pioneered the digital preservation (3d laser scanning, modeling and archiving) of world heritage sites and monuments, - and the Culture Minister of the Scottish Government. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/project-to-digitally-preserve-mount-rushmore-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/plan-ahead-to-celebrate-independence-day-2009-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:29:00 EST Park personnel at Mount Rushmore National Memorial are busy preparing the park for one of the country’s largest Independence Day celebrations. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/plan-ahead-to-celebrate-independence-day-2009-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebration-planned-for-2009-independence-day-at-mount-rushmore.htm Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:57:00 EST Visitors to Mount Rushmore National Memorial on July 3, 2009 can expect to experience a wide variety of educational programs, patriotic tributes, and musical entertainment in celebration of Independence Day. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebration-planned-for-2009-independence-day-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-installs-temporary-highline-for-celebration.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:40:00 EST Beginning Sunday, June 28, the Mount Rushmore National Memorial technical ropes access team will begin the installation of a temporary highline system on the mountain to prepare for the annual Independence Day Celebration. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-installs-temporary-highline-for-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-honors-navajo-code-talkers.htm Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:29:00 EST A special ceremony honoring three Navajo Code Talkers will take place during Mount Rushmore National Memorial’s annual Independence Day Celebration on July 3. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-honors-navajo-code-talkers.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-2009-summer-hours.htm Mon, 04 May 2009 10:57:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker has announced the summer schedule for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-2009-summer-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-begins-planning-for-independence-day-celebration.htm Thu, 30 Apr 2009 10:44:00 EST As the weather warms up in the Black Hills of South Dakota and increased visitation leads into the summer season, staff at Mount Rushmore National Memorial are busy planning for the summer’s biggest patriotic event at the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-begins-planning-for-independence-day-celebration.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/navnit-singh-joins-mount-rushmore-staff.htm Wed, 29 Apr 2009 11:50:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker and the Mount Rushmore National Memorial staff recently welcomed the new Director of Interpretation and Education to the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/navnit-singh-joins-mount-rushmore-staff.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/free-sculpture-workshops-to-be-offered-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:04:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be offering free week-long sculpting workshops on the Borglum View Terrace throughout the summer. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/free-sculpture-workshops-to-be-offered-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/don-hart-named-chief-ranger-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Tue, 07 Apr 2009 08:44:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker named Don Hart the newest Chief Ranger at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/don-hart-named-chief-ranger-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-show-inauguration-ceremony-at-memorial.htm Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:05:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial Superintendent Gerard Baker announced Friday that the Presidential Inauguration Ceremony will be shown live in Theater B at the ‘Shrine of Democracy’ on Tuesday, January 20, 2009. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-show-inauguration-ceremony-at-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-welcomes-public-comment-for-environmental-assessment-of-backcountry-trail.htm Mon, 12 Jan 2009 04:30:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial welcomes the public to attend two open houses to review the Environmental Assessment (EA) prepared on a proposed backcountry hiking trail at the park. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-welcomes-public-comment-for-environmental-assessment-of-backcountry-trail.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-upcoming-public-scoping-meetings.htm Wed, 03 Dec 2008 04:48:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial invites the public to participate in several upcoming scoping meetings about the development of a new General Management Plan. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-upcoming-public-scoping-meetings.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/julie-gregg-joins-mount-rushmore-staff.htm Wed, 08 Oct 2008 06:43:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker announces the selection of Ms. Julie Gregg as Mount Rushmore National Memorial’s new Management Specialist for Business Programs. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/julie-gregg-joins-mount-rushmore-staff.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-hours-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Wed, 01 Oct 2008 06:34:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker has announced the fall schedule for Mount Rushmore National Memorial will begin on October 1, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/fall-hours-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/preservation-team-gets-up-close-with-sculpture.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2008 06:56:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial will continue its annual routine preservation work on the sculpture from Tuesday, September 16 through Friday, September 19. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/preservation-team-gets-up-close-with-sculpture.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-host-naturalization-ceremony.htm Mon, 11 Aug 2008 09:10:00 EST Under the watchful eye of four of our country’s founding fathers, approximately 30 people from more than 20 different countries will be sworn in as new citizens of the United States at a Naturalization Ceremony at Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Thursday, August 21, 2008. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-to-host-naturalization-ceremony.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-unveils-new-dare-vehicle.htm Mon, 14 Jul 2008 09:25:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial was proud to unveil its newest vehicle on July 3 during the annual Independence Day Celebration. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-unveils-new-dare-vehicle.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2008-independence-day-celebration-a-success-at-mount-rushmore.htm Thu, 03 Jul 2008 09:41:00 EST Mount Rushmore National Memorial marked Independence Day 2008 with patriotic entertainment and a dramatic display of fireworks. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/2008-independence-day-celebration-a-success-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/author-catherine-stier-to-sign-childrens-books-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Wed, 02 Jul 2008 09:54:00 EST The Mount Rushmore History Association Bookstores at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will host author Catherine Stier for a book signing on Thursday, July 3rd from 9:00 a.m. until noon in the Lincoln Borglum Museum and Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/author-catherine-stier-to-sign-childrens-books-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/plan-ahead-to-celebrate-independence-day-at-mount-rushmore.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2008 10:06:00 EST More than twenty thousand visitors are expected to visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial on Thursday, July 3, as part of the annual Independence Day Celebration. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/plan-ahead-to-celebrate-independence-day-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebration-planned-for-independence-day-at-mount-rushmore.htm Wed, 25 Jun 2008 10:27:00 EST Entertainment, presidential re-enactors and fireworks fill out the Independence Day Celebration this year at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/celebration-planned-for-independence-day-at-mount-rushmore.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/temporary-tramway-in-place-for-mount-rushmore-fireworks.htm Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:43:00 EST Beginning Wednesday, June 25, visitors to Mount Rushmore will glimpse part of the behind the scenes preparations that go into producing one of the nation’s highest rated fireworks shows. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/temporary-tramway-in-place-for-mount-rushmore-fireworks.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-honors-world-war-i-veteran-frank-buckles.htm Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:53:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker has announced that Mount Rushmore National Memorial will honor World War I veteran Frank Buckles during the 2008 Independence Day Celebration. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-honors-world-war-i-veteran-frank-buckles.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/author-jim-burnett-to-sign-hey-ranger-books-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Mon, 16 Jun 2008 11:01:00 EST The Mount Rushmore History Association at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will host author Jim Burnett for a book signing on Monday, June 23 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Lincoln Borglum Museum and Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/author-jim-burnett-to-sign-hey-ranger-books-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-workshops-to-be-offered-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Wed, 28 May 2008 11:17:00 EST In addition to a full spectrum of ranger-led programs this summer, Mount Rushmore National Memorial will be hosting free week-long sculpture workshops on the Borglum View Terrace. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/sculpture-workshops-to-be-offered-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/author-bruce-raisch-to-sign-ghost-town-book-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm Thu, 22 May 2008 11:33:00 EST The Mount Rushmore History Association at Mount Rushmore National Memorial will host author Bruce A. Raisch for a book signing on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Lincoln Borglum Museum & Visitor Center. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/author-bruce-raisch-to-sign-ghost-town-book-at-mount-rushmore-national-memorial.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-seeks-public-comment-online.htm Thu, 17 Apr 2008 11:43:00 EST In combination with the public open houses that were held in March, Mount Rushmore National Memorial welcomes public comment on a proposed backcountry hiking trail using the National Park Service’s Park Planning website. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-seeks-public-comment-online.htm https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-2008-summer-hours.htm Tue, 01 Apr 2008 11:48:00 EST Superintendent Gerard Baker has announced the summer schedule for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/news/mount-rushmore-national-memorial-announces-2008-summer-hours.htm