Also make sure to visit the Rushmore-Borglum Story, a museum dedicated to the sculptor of Mt. Rushmore, Gutzon Borglum. Stroll among the 28 aircraft and missiles on display. View General Eisenhower's personal b-25 from WWII, a Minuteman II missile launch control center and experience what life must have been like for missile crews. Learn how mankind took the first tentative steps towards the stars.
Rapid City has it all.
The year is 1943. WWII is at its' height and so is support for America's Armed Forces. An anonymous benefactor has donated a valuable art collection to be auctioned off at the Hotel Alex Johnson, with all proceeds going to the war effort. A group of very high profile and wealthy people have been invited to bid at this prestigious event. These rates can be negotiable if staying 6 nights or more.