The overnight rain cooled the temperature a little. Got another early start so we could have time to explore the famous Corn Palace near our next campsite at Dakota Campground in Mitchell, SD. Passed by one of my favorite areas, the Badlands, but for the most part, the landscape was pretty flat and sprouted lots of corn and vegetation especially the closer we got to Mitchell. It was a long drive but so worth it to see the unusual Corn Palace. The iconic building was a sight to behold where each wall is covered with intricate designs made up of natural grasses and 13 different colors of corn. Amazingly enough, there is no entrance fee or charge for parking. The original palace was built in 1891 to promote South Dakota’s farming industry and attract settlers. It was a very successful attraction and the town soon figured out they needed a bigger palace so the version we visited was built in 1921. The external murals are replaced and redesigned every year. The ones inside surrounding the gym floor and stage are permanent. We took the tour, watched the informative movie, and, of course, bought a t-shirt. This is one of those pieces of Americana you have to see to believe. Walked around the vintage downtown a bit then returned to our shaded campsite. Tomorrow we arrive in Missouri.
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