Plan your visit
Open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
| Nov 28, 2024 Thanksgiving | Closed |
| Nov 29, 2024 Black Friday | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM |
| Dec 24, 2024 Christmas Eve | Closed |
| Dec 25, 2024 Christmas | Closed |
| Dec 31, 2024 New Year's Eve | 9:00 AM–4:00 PM |
| Jan 1, 2025 New Year's Day | Closed |
Accessibility
The Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center
We aim to make the visitor center welcoming to all who visit. We are committed to accessibility and constantly working towards additional improvements. If you have comments or concerns, please feel free to reach outat (605) 584-3110 or slhvc@sanfordlab.org.
Parking and Entrance
Van-accessible parking is located by the front door of the Visitor Center. A curb cut and ramp allow access to the front door from the parking area. Automatic door openers are located at the end of the ramp as you near the entrance.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome in the Visitor Center and tours. Please call ahead if you would like your service animal to accompany you on a tour.
Audio Visual aids
We have several kiosks located throughout the Visitor Center. The kiosks have audio portions which can be quite loud, especially when the Visitor Center is at its busiest and during special events. Each of the kiosks offers closed captioning in English. Headphones are available for use upon request at the front counter.
Small snacks and beverages are available for purchase in the Visitor Center. Packed lunches can be eaten on the observation deck and in the classroom if available, or at the neighboring park. Inquire at the front desk about available options.
Restrooms
The restrooms at the Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center are accessible during normal operating hours. The restrooms are located at the end of the hall behind the tall white shelves. Public restrooms are also available in the neighboring park are open seasonally.
Top 5 Things To Do at the Visitor Center
- Pose for an Instagram-worthy photo in the Davis Ring, a piece of a Nobel Prize-winning experiment.
- Take in the view of the unique geology of the Homestake Gold Mine Open-Cut from our observation deck.
- Dive more deeply into the story through interactive activities for the whole family.
- Find the perfect gift or souvenir at the Visitor Center Museum Store.
- Tell us what you think! Post an online review on our Google or TripAdvisor sites, tag us on Instagram, or share your visit with us on our Facebook profile.
Contact us at (605) 584-3110.
