What is inside the Corn Palace?

The Corn Palace is not only artistic, it is also very useful to the community. It contains a 3,200 seat arena, where everything from basketball games to dinner theater can be held. “Graduations, wrestling, bull riding, proms, national pedal pull (competitions)… opening ceremonies for the Special Olympics…

What happened to the Corn Palace?

Each year, the Corn Palace is celebrated with a citywide festival, the Corn Palace Festival. Historically it was held at harvest time in September, but recently it has been held at the end of August….

Corn Palace
Completed	1921 (dome and minarets added in 1937)
Owner	City of Mitchell
Management	City of Mitchell
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How much does it cost to go to the Corn Palace?

The Corn Palace is open year-round and is free to visit. Our peak season is from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

Is the Corn Palace worth visiting?

As one of the only things in eastern South Dakota, it’s worth a visit. We recently stopped at the Corn Palace while transiting through South Dakota. It’s the fourth time I’ve visited, and I was impressed with the most recent design of the facade. The Corn Palace is free to visit, and is worth a quick visit.

Do you have to wear a mask at the Corn Palace?

By visiting the World’s Only Corn Palace and the Festival you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19 and we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit. Help slow the spread by washing your hands, keeping your distance from visitors and wearing a mask.

How long does it take to go through the Corn Palace?

We recommend approximately 45 minutes to an hour to visit the area. Glad to hear you’ll be stopping in! over a year ago.

Why did they build the Corn Palace?

Built in 1892 in Mitchell, South Dakota, the Corn Palace was created to dramatically display the products of the harvest of South Dakota’s farmers, in murals on the outside of the building. The murals are made from thousands of bushels of corn and other grains and grasses such as wild oats, rye, straw, and wheat.

What colors does the Corn Palace use to decorate?

We currently use 12 different colors or shades of corn to decorate the Corn Palace: red, brown, black, blue, white, orange, calico, yellow and now we have green corn! A different theme is chosen each year, and murals are designed to reflect that theme. Ear by ear the corn is nailed to the Corn Palace to create a scene.

Can you eat in the Corn Palace?

The Corn Palace offers a range of menu choices from the traditional hot dogs and nachos to our World Famous Corn Palace Popcorn Balls.

What is the Corn Palace theme this year?

South Dakota Stay and Play
Corn Palace Director Doug Greenway is thanking Mother Nature for providing the on-time crops this fall, which has allowed the decorating crew to stay ahead of schedule for the completion of the 2021 mural theme: South Dakota Stay and Play.

How often do they change the Corn Palace?

How often do they change the pictures on the outside of the building? Every year, unless there is drought or some unforeseen reason the crops do not do well. 5.

What state has the Corn Palace?

South Dakota
The World’s Only Corn Palace is Mitchell’s premier tourist attraction. Some 500,000 tourists come from around the nation each year to see the uniquely designed corn murals. The city’s first Corn Palace was built as a way to prove to the world that South Dakota had a healthy agricultural climate.

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