Downtown in Hot Springs in Fall River County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Minnekahta Block Building
1891
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., September 25, 2026
1. Minnekahta Block Building Marker
Built in 1891 from Evans Quarry sandstone, the Minnekahta Block quickly became a hub for merchants and professionals. The ornate Richardsonian Romanesque design, with intricate stonework and a corner tower, made it one of Hot Springs' most striking landmarks. Over the years, it housed numerous businesses and community groups. Since 2015, it has been home to the Red Rock River Resort, blending modern amenities with a rich historical legacy.
Erected 1988 by Hot Springs Historic Preservation Commission and Historic Hot Springs, South Dakota.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Industry & Commerce • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1891.
Location. 43° 26.135′ N, 103° 28.858′ W. Marker is in Hot Springs, South Dakota, in Fall River County. It is in Downtown. It is on River Street (U.S. 385) north of Minnekahta Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Markers are under the center entrance alcove. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 601-603 North River Street, Hot Springs SD 57747, United States of America.
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Regionally, this marker is in West River. It is also in the American Black Hills, in the Lewis & Clark Corridor, on the prairies, and on the Northern Plains. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Rupert’s Land and also the Louisiana Purchase.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Bodega Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Sandstone Architecture of Hot Springs, SD (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Depot (within shouting distance of this marker); Evanston Block (within shouting distance of this marker); Businessmen's Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Smallest Union Depot in the World (within shouting distance of this marker); Historic Wood Jail (about 300 feet away); FJ Oldsmobile Garage (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Hot Springs.
Another marker is no longer nearby. An Old Jail (was about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line but has been replaced with
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., September 25, 2026
2. Minnekahta Block Marker
Also see . . . Minnekahta Block History. (Submitted on October 21, 2026, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.)
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., September 25, 2026
3. Minnekahta Block
Credits. This page was last revised on October 21, 2026. It was originally submitted on October 21, 2026, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. This page has been viewed 12 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on October 21, 2026, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
