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 | Walk the grounds where the officers' quarters, stone barracks, powder magazine, guard house, and other buildings remain at frontier Fort Sisseton. This 1864 fort, atop the Coteau des Prairies (or hills of the prairies), is a rare reminder of the western frontier. The fort's name comes from the nearby Sisseton Indian Tribe, and it is now a picturesque state park that unfolds the area's history.
Originally a frontier army outpost, this National Historic Landmark has been restored and is open to the public. The site of the fort (originally called Fort Wadsworth) was chosen for providing a strong natural defense, an ample supply of lime and clay for making bricks, an abundance of lake water for drinking and a thick stand of trees for timber and fuel. Guided tours by fort "soldiers" and others in costume are available. |
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| Camping: |
| In addition to traditional campsites, Fort Sisseton also offers rental tipis, Sibley and Marquis tents for $20/night. Each tent sleeps six and can be reserved through the reservation system. |
| History of the Area: |
| Originally a frontier army outpost, this National Historic Landmark has been restored and is open to the public. The site of the fort (originally called Fort Wadsworth) was chosen for providing a strong natural defense, an ample supply of lime and clay for making bricks, an abundance of lake water for drinking and a thick stand of trees for timber and fuel. Guided tours by fort "soldiers" and others in costume are available. |
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| Let Fort Sisseton be the site of your next special event. Buildings and equipment are available to rent for events such as weddings and family reunions. The South Barracks rent for $50/event and feature a kitchen, tables and chairs for up to 400 and a stage with sound and lighting systems. A 40' x 100' canopy tent is also available for $50/event. The picnic shelter features kitchen facilities for only $11. Special event park entrance fees may be available. Contact the park office for more details on rentals.
Nearby Attractions:Sica Hollow and Roy Lake state parks
Nicollet Tower and Interpretive Center
Sisseton-Wahpeton Sioux Tribe annual wacipi, or pow-wow
Fort Sisseton is just one of several military fort sites in North and South Dakota. |
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