- TripBuzz found 9 things to do with kids in or near Pipestone, Minnesota, including 1 fun activity for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Garretson.
- From Bole-Mor Lanes to Winnewissa Falls, the Pipestone area offers 28 different types of family activities, including: Historic Districts, Hiking Trails, Bowling and History Museums.
- Known for its red pipestone, Pipestone is a small community in Southwest Minnesota. An historical town, it is rich in Native American history. It is also home to the Pipestone National Monument and several quartzite homes built mostly in the late 1800's. Throughout the year, the community hosts an array of festivals including Pipestone Civil War Days and the Water Festival.
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A traditional bowling center, Bole-Mor Lanes features 10 lanes used for open bowling and league play. The center provides a foosball table, party hosting and cosmic bowling as well as a snack bar with food and drinks.
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Located at the Pipestone National Monument, Winnewissa Falls is part of the Circle Trail, which is 3/4 of a mile long. Visitors can view the falls from above and below.
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This is the site where American Indians have quarried the red pipestone which they carve into pipes used for prayer. Many believe that the pipe's smoke carries prayer to the Great Spirit. People can hike and explore the educational trails or watch someone carve a pipestone in the museum.
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115 N Hiawatha Avenue, Pipestone, MN 56164
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Stocked with fitness equipment, Ewert Community Recreation Center offers visitors a mix of dance and exercise classes to take. The center has an aquatics facility with a hot tub, pool, and steam room.
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Preserving the history of the region, Pipestone County Museum contains an archive of artifacts from the early settlers up until present day. The museum hosts community events like guided ghost walk tours.
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Offering a quiet and serene environment, Circle Trail provides a nature walk around the Pipestone National Monument. Along with views of rock carvings, there is a waterfall and other historical markers to enjoy and see along the way.
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Two blocks of 30 commercial buildings, the Pipestone Historic District is a preserved area depicting the life, style, and history of a small region of the town with many Sioux quartzite buildings and a Richardsonian Romanesque style..
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Main Street is a historical destination that features buildings that are made with beautiful local stone. It is home to various shops, a theater and several different restaurants as well.
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The Split Rock Creek flows through the Palisades State Park which features Sioux quartzite formations. The scenic overlooks and rushing waterways make it a popular site for campers, hikers, picnickers, sightseers, and photographers.
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Dakota Nature Park is a 135 acre park populated by plentiful trees and interconnecting ponds. Visitors will find several walking trails, and the ponds are suitable for catch-and-release fishing. The park is also home to a variety of wildlife.