National Register Listing

Wientjes Barn and Ranch Yard

11703 299th Ave., Mound City, SD
Local significance of the building:
Architecture

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 2013.

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.

architecture
South Dakota was the site of the Wounded Knee Massacre, a tragic event in which over 150 unarmed Native American men, women, and children were killed by U.S. troops in 1890. Today, the site is a National Historic Landmark.
South Dakota random facts
Campbell County, SD, located in the north-central part of the state, has a rich and diverse history that spans several centuries. The region initially belonged to the Lakota Sioux tribe, who inhabited the area long before the arrival of European settlers. In the early 1800s, fur traders and explorers began venturing into the area, establishing trade routes and temporary settlements.

In the late 1800s, with the completion of the Northern Pacific Railroad, the region experienced a significant influx of settlers. Campbell County was officially established in 1873 and named after John Allen Campbell, the governor of the Dakota Territory at the time. The county quickly grew as more people flocked to the area in search of land for farming and ranching.

The early years of Campbell County were marked by the establishment of small towns, such as Mound City and Herreid, which served as hubs for trade and commerce. The agricultural industry became the backbone of the local economy, with settlers cultivating crops like wheat, barley, and corn, as well as raising livestock.

Throughout the 20th century, Campbell County continued to develop and evolve. The construction of highways and improved infrastructure contributed to the growth and prosperity of the region. Today, the county remains primarily rural, with agriculture playing a significant role in its economy. Its rich history is celebrated and preserved through local museums, historical sites, and community events.

This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Campbell County, South Dakota.

  • 1890 - Campbell County is established on March 8, 1890.
  • 1891 - The first post office is established in Herreid.
  • 1892 - The county's first courthouse is built in Mound City.
  • 1908 - The Chicago, Milwaukee, and Saint Paul Railroad reaches the county.
  • 1927 - Major flooding occurs along the Grand River.
  • 1939 - Electrification of rural areas begins with the creation of the Campbell County Electric Cooperative.
  • 1959 - The Herreid School District is formed.
  • 1972 - Mound City Elementary School is built, replacing several small rural schools.
  • 1997 - Construction of the Grand River Dam is completed.
  • 2007 - A wind farm is established in Campbell County, contributing to renewable energy production.
  • 2010 - The county's population reaches its peak at 1,466 residents.