Dear Visitors...
Hello and welcome to Pipestone. If you take the time
to stop and explore our wonderful community, you will
discover a prairie gem, rich in culture and history.
Pipestone has one of Minnesota's largest historic
districts with 20 beautiful quartzite buildings all
listed on the National Historic Register. The Pipestone
National Monument is a "must see" while you
are visiting. Native Americans still quarry the red
pipestone and visitors are encouraged to watch live
demonstrations of pipes and crafts being carved. But no
visit to the monument is complete without a walk through
the Coteau prairie and a view of Winnewissa Falls.
Pipestone is a community whose people not only preserve
the past, but in many ways live it. Locals turn out in
force to celebrate the annual Watertower Festival which
commemorates our community's restored landmark, the
concrete watertower. This old watertower is one of only
two left in Minnesota. Other exciting events include the
Pipestone Original Indian Community Pow Wow held in July
and the Pow Wow/Blessing of the Quarries enacted in
August. The Civil War Days encampment and mock battles
is held every other year. For the history buffs or just
the curious, a stop at the County Historical Museum to
see first hand the wealth of history artfully preserved
and displayed is a treat.
Pipestone has also moved from the past to the present
by harvesting wind power with several windmill farms in
our area. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of these mighty
giants as you travel to your destination!
An evening at the theater is most relaxing and enjoyable
at Pipestone's own Performing Arts Center. Entertainment
is offered to appeal to all ages, from classic to
country folk to community theater.
Coming in May 2009, enjoy Pipestone's hospitality at our
newly built "Pipestone Crossings" hotel or any
of our other hotels/motels. We also offer a campground
and RV facility if that is your pleasure. We offer
several fine restaurants for your eating enjoyment.
As for recreation, we offer the beautiful modern Ewert
Recreation Center, our Family Aquatic Center, and golf
at our nine-hole course.
Unlike most "tourist stops," Pipestone has not
lost its charm or affordability. We are friendly and we
hope that when you stop by that you'll enjoy your stay,
as well as our community, as much as we do.
I have only touched on some of the
"Highlight" features and events that we offer.
Be sure to put us on your vacation itinerary!
Sincerely,
Laurie Ness
Mayor
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