Rapid City, South Dakota: 12th Century Replica Church
The Stavkirke Church is an exact replica of a 12th century Norwegian church, all intricately wooden and Nordic-looking.
- Address:
- 3780 Chapel Lane, Rapid City, SD
- Directions:
- On the western edge of Rapid City, off Jackson Blvd/Hwy 44. Turn on Chapel Lane at the west side of Canyon Lake Park. Follow Chapel Lane and the brown "City Circle Tour" signs to the church.
- Hours:
- Summer daily 7 am - dusk. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
- Admission:
- Donation
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The Stavkirke Church is an exact replica of a 12th century Norwegian church. Beautiful enough, even without the historical connection.
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Built in 1969 to house a Christian radio station, the church's official name is Chapel in the Hills. Its gift shop/visitor center/museum has a sod roof of living grass.