09/02/2026
Painted in 2018, "Standing Watch" captures the iconic fire tower at the top of Black Elk Peak (formerly known as Harney Peak). The fire tower was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps from 1935 to 1938. Stones gathered from nearby French Creek were used to construct the tower. All of the building materials were hauled by man and mule along the three-mile trail to the summit.
The prints are available both on our website and at the gallery in Hill City.
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