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Mount Rushmore National Memorial

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Information Sculptor's Studio Heat Advisory

The Sculptor’s Studio may close temporarily during periods of high heat to protect visitors and staff. Please check with park staff upon arrival for the most up‑to‑date information on whether the Studio is open or closed.

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Mount Rushmore National Memorial features the carved faces of four U.S. Presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. This site attracts over three million visitors annually, who come to reflect on the nation's history and the artistry involved in the sculpture's creation.

The memorial was sculpted between 1927 and 1941 under Gutzon Borglum's direction. Visitors can walk along the Avenue of Flags, enjoy views from the Grand View Terrace, and learn about the memorial's history at the Visitor Center and Museum.