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Arthur C. Mellette House
This is the 1883 home of Dakota Territory's last governor and the first governor of South Dakota. The restored home features family heirlooms, and is open May - September Tuesday – Sunday 1 – 5pm. Tours are available; admission is free - donations are accepted. Call 605-886-4730 for more information.
421 5th Avenue NW, Watertown, SD
Bramble Park Zoo & Discovery Center
Take a Walk on the Wild Side and experience over 500 mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish and invertebrates representing over 130 varieties from around the world and those native to South Dakota. You will also see primates, bison, elk, black bears and the newest of all, the alligator. The Children's area is a very special exhibit designed to allow children to fee and interact with animals. As you enter the zoo, you will want to take a short visit to the new Discovery Center. Observe fish, amphibians, reptiles and invertebrates up close. Bramble Park Zoo is located along US 20 in Northwest Watertown and also includes a picnic area, playground, and live animal demonstrations during the summer. Open summer 9am – 8pm; winter 10am – 4pm daily. Call 605-882-6269 for more information.
Collington County Heritage Museum
The exhibits focus on the history of Collington County. Displays include a Victorian home, bank, dentist office and general store. Open Monday - Friday 1 – 5pm; admission is free - donations are accepted. The museum is located at Maple and 1st Avenue SE in Uptown Watertown. Call 605-886-7335 for more information.
Historic Uptown Watertown
The historic area of Watertown features more than 65 buildings on the National Historic Register. The historic area creates an atmosphere that turns unique shopping into a historic walking tour. Please contact us for a walking/driving tour guide. Call 605-886-7335 for more information.
Terry Redlin Art Center
The Art Center is the home of over 120 original images of the most popular artist for 8 years in a row - Terry Redlin. The beautiful 52,000 square foot center also houses a Domed Theater Show and a spacious gift shop. The gallery is one of South Dakota's most visited attractions. Relive memories of rural America through the popular artist's images, shop in the gift shop, and spend some family time walking the mile of beautiful finished walking trail just outside of the center. Open Labor Day - Memorial Day Monday - Friday 8am – 5pm; Saturday 10am – 4pm; Sunday 12 – 4pm. Located off the interchange of I-29 and US 212, just east of Watertown. Call 877-TREDLIN for more information.
Thunder Road Amusement Park
Located on West Hwy 212. Call 605-882-6959 for more information.
Tun-O-Fun
Located at 115 9th Avenue SW at West Hwy 212. Call 605-753-8000 for more information.
115 9th Avenue SW, Watertown, SD