National Register of Historic Places listings in Lake County, South Dakota facts for kids
This page lists special places in Lake County, South Dakota, United States, that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. Think of it like a national list of important buildings, areas, or objects that tell us about history.
These places are chosen because they are very important to the history of the area, the state, or even the whole country. When a place is on this list, it means it's recognized for its historical or architectural value. There are 16 such places in Lake County.
What is the National Register of Historic Places?
The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the United States' historic places worth saving. It's like a special club for old buildings, sites, structures, objects, and districts that are important to American history.
When a place is added to this list, it helps protect it and makes people more aware of its value. It also means that owners might get help or grants to keep these places in good condition. It's a way to make sure that future generations can learn from and enjoy these important parts of our past.
Historic Places in Lake County
Here are some of the interesting historic places you can find in Lake County, South Dakota. Each one has a unique story about the past.
| Name on the Register | Image | Date listed | Location | City or town | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chapel Emmanuel Railroad Car |
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(#76001740) |
West of Madison on U.S. Route 81 in Prairie Village 44°00′26″N 97°09′57″W / 44.007222°N 97.165833°W |
Madison | This unique railroad car was once a chapel on wheels. It traveled around, bringing church services to people in different areas. |
| 2 | Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul, and Pacific Railroad Depot |
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(#89001719) |
315 S. Egan 44°00′10″N 97°06′52″W / 44.002778°N 97.114444°W |
Madison | This old train station was a busy place where people arrived and departed from Madison. It shows how important railroads were for travel and trade. |
| 3 | Matthew W. Daly House |
(#88000571) |
102 NE. 9th St. 44°00′55″N 97°06′47″W / 44.015278°N 97.113056°W |
Madison | This house is named after Matthew W. Daly. It's a historic home in Madison. | |
| 4 | J. Whitney Goff Round Barn |
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(#04000469) |
44520 236th St. 43°57′52″N 97°22′13″W / 43.964444°N 97.370278°W |
Winfred | Round barns are quite rare! This one in Winfred is a special example of farm architecture. |
| 5 | Abraham Hegdahl Farm |
(#03001526) |
22808 U.S. Route 81 44°04′43″N 97°07′37″W / 44.078611°N 97.126944°W |
Madison | This historic farm belonged to Abraham Hegdahl. It represents the farming history of the area. | |
| 6 | Herschell–Spillman Steam Riding Gallery |
(#16000825) |
45205 US 81 44°00′27″N 97°08′55″W / 44.007533°N 97.148539°W |
Madison vicinity | This is a historic steam-powered carousel, also known as a riding gallery. It's a fun piece of entertainment history. | |
| 7 | Lake Badus Rural Agricultural Historic District |
(#02001428) |
Roughly bounded by U.S. Route 81 and County Roads 16, 37, and 20 44°09′17″N 97°06′00″W / 44.154722°N 97.1°W |
Nunda | This district includes a group of historic farms and agricultural buildings near Lake Badus. It shows how farming shaped the region. | |
| 8 | Lake County Courthouse |
(#92001861) |
Center St. between Harth and Lee Aves. 44°00′20″N 97°06′41″W / 44.005556°N 97.111389°W |
Madison | The Lake County Courthouse is where local government business happens. It's an important building in the community. | |
| 9 | Lake Madison Lutheran Church |
(#00001220) |
5.5 miles southeast of Madison 44°04′51″N 97°02′37″W / 44.080833°N 97.043611°W |
Madison | This church, located near Lake Madison, has served its community for many years. | |
| 10 | Herman Luce Cabin |
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(#78002561) |
Lake Herman State Park 43°59′29″N 97°09′57″W / 43.991389°N 97.165833°W |
Madison | The Herman Luce Cabin is a historic log cabin located in Lake Herman State Park. It gives us a peek into early settler life. |
| 11 | William A. Mackay House |
(#76001741) |
304 NE. 4th St. 44°00′34″N 97°06′37″W / 44.009444°N 97.110278°W |
Madison | This house is another historic home in Madison, named after William A. Mackay. | |
| 12 | Madison Historic District |
(#76001742) |
Bounded roughly by both sides of Egan Ave., Washington, and 4th and 7th Sts. 44°00′39″N 97°06′43″W / 44.010833°N 97.111944°W |
Madison | This district includes a collection of historic buildings in the heart of Madison, showing how the town grew over time. | |
| 13 | Madison Masonic Temple |
(#89002335) |
229 N. Egan Ave. 44°00′25″N 97°06′48″W / 44.006944°N 97.113333°W |
Madison | The Madison Masonic Temple is a building used by the Masons, a fraternal organization with a long history. | |
| 14 | St. Ann's Catholic Church of Badus |
(#79002403) |
Northeast of Ramona 44°08′51″N 97°08′28″W / 44.1475°N 97.141111°W |
Ramona | This historic church is located northeast of Ramona. It's an important part of the local community's heritage. | |
| 15 | St. William's Catholic Church |
(#99000203) |
3rd St. 44°07′07″N 97°13′01″W / 44.118611°N 97.216944°W |
Ramona | Another historic church in Ramona, St. William's Catholic Church, has been a central part of the town for many years. | |
| 16 | Washington School |
(#10000411) |
514 North Washington 44°07′07″N 97°13′01″W / 44.118611°N 97.216944°W |
Madison | This school building from 1924 shows how schools were designed in South Dakota during the 1920s. |
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