About this property
Black Hills National Cemetery , originally named Fort Meade National Cemetery , is a United States National Cemetery near Sturgis, South Dakota. Named after the nearby Black Hills, over 29,000 interments of military veterans and their family members have taken place since its founding in 1948. It is administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), which also operates the nearby Fort Meade National Cemetery. It was the first national cemetery in South Dakota and is currently the only one open to new burials. Prominent features of the cemetery include its committal shelter, where memorial services and events are held, and the Avenue of Flags leading up to it.
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Federal Designation
The National Register of Historic Places, administered by the National Park Service, is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, buildings, structures, and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historical, architectural, archaeological, engineering, or cultural significance. Listing on the National Register recognizes a property's importance to American history but does not place restrictions on private owners; it does, however, make properties eligible for federal historic preservation tax incentives and enables consideration in federal planning decisions. This property is recorded in the National Register under reference number 16000258. It was listed on May 16, 2016.
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Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).
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Questions about this property
When was Black Hills National Cemetery listed on the National Register?
Black Hills National Cemetery was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 16, 2016.
What type of historic resource is Black Hills National Cemetery?
Black Hills National Cemetery is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.
What is the period of significance for Black Hills National Cemetery?
The period of significance for Black Hills National Cemetery is recorded as the modern era, specifically around 1948.
Can I research the history near Black Hills National Cemetery?
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