South Dakota may seem quite the same as with many Great Plains State, at first look. South Dakota has vast areas of land, with agriculture being a staple of their economic growth. Unfortunately, it has experienced rural flight; the newer generations want to make their fortunes someplace else and hope for a better life.
South Dakota is much better known for something else, though, if you are familiar with your history. It is an important tourist destination, as the first two centuries of our country's history has been here in this state. Etched right on Mount Rushmore, in South Dakota is the iconic image of four of our nation's presidents.
We are proud of the people who are etched upon the face of the mountain, of course. But this tourist destination has a bit of a controversy. The mountain has always been a sacred place to Native American Indians, and they claim that the place has been desecrated because of this.
But even though there are controversies like these, one cannot deny that the image is already an icon of American history. Because of this, South Dakota opens its doors to about two million tourists every year. They come to view Mount Rushmore and are always on the lookout for interesting souvenirs.
This is an excellent opportunity for craftspeople to cash in on this demand. Patriotism is very high at Mount Rushmore and crafts that will remind people of the carved faces are always well received. I am proud to say that a lot of Americans to this day and age take an interest in the hard struggles our people have gone through to get independence.
But most importantly, I am proud that the youngsters of today have taken an interest for our country. Such patriotism often goes without rewards; I do my part, as I try to make their visit memorable by crafting interesting items that will remind them of Mount Rushmore.
South Dakota is much better known for something else, though, if you are familiar with your history. It is an important tourist destination, as the first two centuries of our country's history has been here in this state. Etched right on Mount Rushmore, in South Dakota is the iconic image of four of our nation's presidents.
We are proud of the people who are etched upon the face of the mountain, of course. But this tourist destination has a bit of a controversy. The mountain has always been a sacred place to Native American Indians, and they claim that the place has been desecrated because of this.
But even though there are controversies like these, one cannot deny that the image is already an icon of American history. Because of this, South Dakota opens its doors to about two million tourists every year. They come to view Mount Rushmore and are always on the lookout for interesting souvenirs.
This is an excellent opportunity for craftspeople to cash in on this demand. Patriotism is very high at Mount Rushmore and crafts that will remind people of the carved faces are always well received. I am proud to say that a lot of Americans to this day and age take an interest in the hard struggles our people have gone through to get independence.
But most importantly, I am proud that the youngsters of today have taken an interest for our country. Such patriotism often goes without rewards; I do my part, as I try to make their visit memorable by crafting interesting items that will remind them of Mount Rushmore.
About the Author:
Rick Amorey is a simple man with simple ways to get happy; he attends the many South Dakota Craft Shows to showcase his work, as well as admire that of others. Meet Rick Amorey in the flesh and go to South Dakota Craft Fairs now!
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