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black hills, badlands & lakes region Moriah Cemetery, high above Deadwood, an eternal reminder of the town’s remarkable place in American history. Proponents of limited stakes gambling promised to dedicate revenue to restoring and preserving this national historic treasure, as well as help fund other worthwhile preservation efforts around the state. With the return of gaming, Deadwood was back on a golden road – ready to make history again. Over the years, revenues from the town’s 80 gaming halls have turned Deadwood into a national template on how to restore and rejuvenate towns “with a past.” Today, the community is one of only a handful in America designated a National Historic Landmark. In fact, the town’s gamble produced results beyond its wildest dreams. Over the years, the gaming industry has expanded rapidly, causing a degree of controversy between business developers and historic preservationists. For most tourists, however, it’s not difficult to achieve a workable blend of gaming action and historic attraction. History is the back(Continues on Page 154) 153 http://www.deadwoodgulchresort.com http://www.deadwoodgulchresort.com http://www.cadillacjacks.net

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011

South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011
Contents
Overview
Getting Here, Getting Around
Information Centers
State Facts
Tourism Regions
Places of Interest
Public Campgrounds and Recreation Areas
Vacation Ideas
Southeast Region: A slice of South Dakota charm
Glacial Lakes & Prairies Region: Stories from the frontier
Great Lakes Region: Land of the mighty Missouri
Black Hills, Badlands & Lakes Region: Enchanting mountain getaway
Black Hills map
Index

South Dakota Vacation Guide 2011

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