Last updated: September 3, 2020
Place
Dakota Territorial Capitol Replica
Quick Facts
Location:
Yankton, SD
MANAGED BY:
Yankton Parks Department
Amenities
4 listed
Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Restroom, Wheelchair Accessible
Located in Yankton's Riverside Park, this replica of the territorial capitol includes photographs of old Yankton, maps of the Dakota Territory, a collection of former Territorial governors, and other artifacts on display. This 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. The building is only open upon request through the City of Yankton. For more information or to reserve the space for special events please visit the Yankton Parks Department.