Historic Churches of South Dakota

This collection highlights the religious architecture and spiritual history of South Dakota, featuring sites like the 1883 St. Mary’s Church complex in Zell and the 1890 First Baptist Church of Vermillion. These landmarks represent diverse Christian traditions, including Catholic, Lutheran, and Presbyterian denominations. From the 1891 Gothic Revival parish of St. Peter's in Jefferson to the rural St. Ann's Catholic Church of Badus, founded by Swiss-Italian settlers, these structures offer a glimpse into the state's settlement history and architectural development.

St. Mary's Church, School and Convent

St. Mary's Church, School and Convent is a historic Roman Catholic church complex off United States Route 212 in Zell, South Dakota.

St. Peter's Catholic Church

St. Peter's Catholic Church is a parish of the Diocese of Sioux Falls based in Jefferson, South Dakota.

First Baptist Church of Vermillion

First Baptist Church of Vermillion is a historic church in Vermillion, South Dakota.

St. Ann's Catholic Church of Badus

St. Ann's Catholic Church of Badus is a historic church in Ramona, South Dakota.

First Presbyterian Church of Niobrara

Presbyterian place of worship located near the Missouri River.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses

Jehovah's Witness place of worship in Spearfish.

Old Apostolic Lutheran Church

A Lutheran church serving the Spearfish community in the Black Hills.

Saint Paul Lutheran Church

A Lutheran place of worship in Stickney.