Casinos in Deadwood, South Dakota
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By Christine Bude, published Jun 08, 2007
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The entire city of Deadwood, South Dakota is on the National Historic Register. Deadwood is the largest historic preservation project in the United States, making it a living showcase of history. The city, located in the Black Hills of Western South Dakota, was incorporated in 1876. It was named for the dead trees in the narrow canyon, Deadwood Gulch. Gold prospectors flocked to the city during the Gold Rush, making it a Gold Rush boomtown. Famous gunslingers and gamblers roamed the main street of the rollicking town during the late 1800's. Wyatt Earp, Doc Holiday, Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok were well known old-west personalities who added color to Deadwood. Calamity Jane and "Wild Bill' Hickok are buried in the cemetery in Deadwood, known as Boot Hill.
Visitors to Deadwood get a chance to experience some of the atmosphere of the old wild west. Following are some of the casinos in historic Deadwood.
Cadillac Jack's
Deadwood, SD
Cadillac Jack's is a gaming resort, with hotel, restaurant and gambling. blackjack and live poker tables with friendly dealers and free cocktails to players.The hotel includes amenities for guests, such as: indoor swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, arcade and free hot breakfast. Cadillac jack's Restaurant is open 24 hours a day. The full service menu includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. 866-332-3966
First Gold Hotel & Gaming
Deadwood, SD
The First Gold Hotel is notable for it's located on the actual site of the first gold discovery in Deadwood Gulch in 1875, which started to Gold Rush boom in town. There is 24 house Casino Gaming with video poker machines, live blackjack and 3-card poker tables. The hotel has deluxe accommodations, bar/lounge area/ and dining at The Horseshoe Restaurant featuring family dining. 800-274-1876.
Casinos in Deadwood, South Dakota
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Takeaways
- Wyatt Earp, Calamity Jane, Doc Holiday and Wild Bill Hickok roamed Main Street.
- Gold Prospectors flocked to the town.
- Gold was discovered.
Did You Know?
The entire city is designated as historic.
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