Sioux Falls in Minnehaha County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Kiwanis Avenue
April 11, 2024
1. Kiwanis Avenue Marker
So named by the City of Sioux Falls on June 13, 1932
On May 4, 1932 Kiwanis Club members planted 70 trees along Harvard Ave., one for each club member, from 18th St. north.
In response to this and at the suggestion of Ed Smith, the City changed the Street name to Kiwanis Ave.
Ed Smith was known as "Mr. Kiwanis" in Sioux Falls for 62 years because of his many contributions to the City through Kiwanis.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Charity & Public Work • Roads & Vehicles. A significant historical date for this entry is May 4, 1932.
Location. 43° 32.283′ N, 96° 45.689′ W. Marker is in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, in Minnehaha County. Marker is on South Kiwanis Avenue, 0.1 miles south of West 16th Street, on the right when traveling south. Located at the southeast entrance/exit of the parking lot for the Great Plains Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Sioux Falls SD 57104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sherman Centennial Plaza (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); E. A. Sherman (about 600 feet away); Sherman Park (about 600 feet away); Earth-Hut Villages (approx. 0.2 miles away); 500 A.D. Copper Knife (approx. ¼ mile away); Ceremonial Dance Circle
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2. Kiwanis Avenue Marker
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3. Kiwanis Avenue & Marker, from the north
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4. Kiwanis Avenue & Marker, from the south
Credits. This page was last revised on April 13, 2024. It was originally submitted on April 12, 2024. This page has been viewed 42 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on April 12, 2024.
