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Capitol Dome
Apr 13, 2009
A group of state legislators inspected the seldom-seen halls and winding stairways that lead to the capitol dome in Pierre. Photos by Bernie Hunhoff.
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Too often, the most beautiful views start with a tall winding staircase.
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Though nearly a century old, the capitol's innards are clean and well-preserved.
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Rep. Susy Blake of Sioux Falls left her signature on a steel beam.
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Thousands of South Dakotans — including many well-known journalists and politicians — have left similar marks.
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A steel ladder runs to the very peak of the dome but the legislators didn't take those last steps.
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The craftsmanship of the pioneer builders is evident in the brick, stone, wood and metal "insides" of the capitol that are seldom seen.
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One of the rewards for climbing to the top is a picturesque view of Capitol Lake.
Fourth of July explodes with fireworks and rodeo excitement in Pierre and Fort Pierre.
The Fort Pierre Livestock Auction may be the unofficial capital of cowboy country on the Upper Missouri.
Folks had a hot time at the 71st annual Sioux Empire Fair.
Deadwood is the home of the largest model train exhibit in the region.
The dreams and the struggles of the west are captured in Mike Heintz's photos of abandoned vehicles.
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