History
In 1972, Rapid City was devastated by one of the deadliest floods in US History. This was a disaster that could have decimated the community, however local leadership rallied together, looked towards the future with hope and optimism. From that disaster a plan was formed to create places where the community could gather. Parks and green spaces were established and what was originally known as The Rushmore Plaza Civic Center was built. Now known as The Monument, we opened in 1977 with Elvis Presley and since then we have continued to entertain millions, no longer serving just our local community and region, but becoming an entertainment hub for travelers from across the country. As we look ahead to the next 50 years, we must stay true to the spirt of the 1972 dreamers, risk-takers, and builders; the spirt of the city; the spirit of possibility. We must allow the ambition of tomorrow to drive everything we do.
Specialties
The Monument was born out of ambition and dreams. Out of passion, risk and the quest to rebuild bigger and better. We are one team offering an experience that is both exciting a thoughtful. A place to feel wowed, we are ingrained in the memories of our guests.