Near Sioux Falls in Lincoln County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
1300s
Bison Roamed the Prairies
October 30, 2022
1. 1300s Marker
Inscription.
1300s. Bison Roamed the Prairies. Deep into the distant years of prehistory, prairie grasses and flowers covered the rolling hills of this region where bison and elk roamed. Woodland animals and birds made their homes along the forested rivers and streams; eagles and hawks soared overhead. This abundant landscape supported the hunter-gatherer lifestyle of prehistoric peoples who lived here for centuries, and ultimately offered the resources that allowed the development of large villages.
Deep into the distant years of prehistory, prairie grasses and flowers covered the rolling hills of this region where bison and elk roamed. Woodland animals and birds made their homes along the forested rivers and streams; eagles and hawks soared overhead. This abundant landscape supported the hunter-gatherer lifestyle of prehistoric peoples who lived here for centuries, and ultimately offered the resources that allowed the development of large villages.
Location. 43° 28.63′ N, 96° 35.651′ W. Marker is near Sioux Falls, South Dakota, in Lincoln County. Marker can be reached from 480th Avenue (County Highway 135) ¼ mile south of 269th Street. Located by the Good Earth State Park visitor center. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 26924 480th Ave, Sioux Falls SD 57108, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. 1600s (a few steps from this marker); Sacred Images (a few steps from this marker); 1714 (a few steps from this marker); 1870s (within shouting distance of this marker); 1888 (within shouting distance of this marker); 1870s to the Present
Credits. This page was last revised on November 17, 2022. It was originally submitted on November 17, 2022. This page has been viewed 103 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos:1, 2. submitted on November 17, 2022.
