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Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society

Opens at 9:00 AM
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14 reviews
+1 (605) 854-3383
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105 Olivet Ave SE
De Smet, SD 57231
Opens at 9:00 AM

Hours

Sun
Closed
Mon9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Tue9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Wed9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Thu9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Fri9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Sat9:00 AM-4:00 PM
+1 (605) 854-3383
http://www.discoverlaura.org
We invite you to visit the historic homes of famous author, Laura Ingalls Wilder. ​Have a fun filled day visiting the Surveyors’ House from By the Shores of Silver Lake. Attend class in the First School of De Smet, the original school that Laura and Carrie attended and visit the home that “Pa” built in 1887. Visit the Discovery Center for Laura Ingalls Wilder Historic Homes pioneer activities! Try to sew on a treadle sewing machine, dress like a pioneer, and learn to read Braille. Each summer a new exhibit is on display of original belongings of Laura and her family. A must for all Laura fans.

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4.514 reviews
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Bruce K.
8/17/2022

I can't say that I'm a huge Laura Ingalls Wilder fan, either of the books or of the television series, but I was interested in seeing this interesting tidbit of history that is located quite...

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Sally S.
6/11/2024

We came into town not knowing what to expect. But what a lovely tour and town! We were short on time so we did the half tour. Our guide Nivea was wonderful and very informative. My daughters and I...

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Thomas C.
6/16/2024

We got there just after a tour started and didn't wanna wait. 45 minutes so Kendra one of the guides was kind enough to take my wife on a personal tour as we followed her in her pick up truck to...

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T Rex T.
6/16/2024

Great place to visit, My mother in law and wife are both big Little House fans. They thoroughly enjoyed it

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Claire L.
6/20/2022

Cute tour and informational. Tours are an hour at $14 but if you are early you can learn more in the little exhibit in the back. Take a trip back in time and learn about the book series in real life.

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