Lake Preston Museum

Lake Preston Museum The Lake Preston Museum is about the city and people of Lake Preston and its surrounding area.

Beat the back-to-school blues with us this weekend!Stop by this Saturday or Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM for a fun, low-k...
08/14/2026

Beat the back-to-school blues with us this weekend!Stop by this Saturday or Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 PM for a fun, low-key afternoon full of things to see and learn. Save the date: Next weekend (8/22), we are launching an exciting Artist Spotlight feature. More details are coming soon!

We're open this weekend, July 31 – August 2, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Stop in and explore both floors of our exhibits!...
07/31/2026

We're open this weekend, July 31 – August 2, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Stop in and explore both floors of our exhibits! Discover the story of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, browse our arrowhead and mask collections, step back in time in our Settlers Room, learn about our local church histories, and enjoy a trip down memory lane with our Lake Preston Theater display.

There's something for visitors of all ages. We look forward to seeing you this weekend!

07/24/2026

We are open this weekend Friday, Saturday and Saturday 1-4pm. Thankful the attendance over town and country days last weekend. We estimate 80 people came to visit the museum. We also had a good turn out for our scavenger hunt. 1st place Begnaud family 2nd place Arthur Silva 3rd place Heidi Carlson and Kannon Nuzum.

07/19/2026

Tomorrow during the Lp town and counrty- carshow. Walk on down for some a/c and free ice water. Scavenger hunts still available, turn in by 3pm and winners announced at 4pm.

Join us for an exciting LP town and country days celebration! Escape the heat at the museum, where we will provide air c...
07/16/2026

Join us for an exciting LP town and country days celebration! Escape the heat at the museum, where we will provide air conditioning. Our museum hours are Friday from 1-4pm, Saturday from 10am-4pm, and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Don't forget to submit your scavenger hunt entries by noon on Sunday. Over the past few weeks, we have shared three clues for the scavenger hunt in the Kingsbury Journal.

CASH bash!! This weekend during LP town and country days. Accept this challenge by stopping by the museum Saturday after...
07/13/2026

CASH bash!! This weekend during LP town and country days. Accept this challenge by stopping by the museum Saturday after the parade. Grab your scavenger hunt sheet and get details. Include some top notch minds, complete with the best time. $100 for 1st place and more cash prizes awarded.

Our local museum, embodies the pioneering spirit with a replica a homsteaders room. We have reconstructed "Susie's Cafe"...
07/10/2026

Our local museum, embodies the pioneering spirit with a replica a homsteaders room. We have reconstructed "Susie's Cafe" featuring a corner booth. Visualize the old days in our schoolhouse, church, and general store. Ignite curiosity , and experience a slice of 19th-century life through our self-guided QR code tours. Empowering discovery throughout our Lake Preston community!! Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1-4pm.

Happy Birthday America! Our military room proudly displays all branches of our US military.  Stop by and take it all in,...
06/26/2026

Happy Birthday America! Our military room proudly displays all branches of our US military. Stop by and take it all in, open Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1-4pm

Discover hidden gems, memories, and timelines from Lake Preston and surrounding areas. Visit us this weekend and take a ...
06/25/2026

Discover hidden gems, memories, and timelines from Lake Preston and surrounding areas. Visit us this weekend and take a stroll through history. Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1-4pm

Come check us out this weekend! Open 1pm to 4pm,  Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Susie's cafe " Even if you' ve never ord...
06/18/2026

Come check us out this weekend! Open 1pm to 4pm, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Susie's cafe " Even if you' ve never order a Braunschweiger from a restaurant, it's hard not to be charmed by the Susie's Cafe display. Complete with chairs, booth, and cutout of the diners mascot, Oscar, the recreation takes you back in time and offers a nostalgic look at the days when dating involved milkshakes and a hamburger that cost 35 cents. Take a seat at Susie's and check out the rest of the history at the Lake Preston museum."

Address

1 Block N. Of Hwy 14 On Second Avenue, 106 2nd Ave, SD 57249
Lake Preston, SD
57249

Opening Hours

Tuesday 1pm - 4pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm
Saturday 1pm - 4pm
Sunday 1pm - 4pm

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