Mount Rushmore Self Guided Walking Audio Tour
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
Discover an infusion of history, culture, and nature with the Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour in the Greater Mount Rushmore Area, South Dakota. This immersive experience allows you to walk at your own pace while you delve into the stories, achievements and symbolism represented on the four famous granite faces - George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. Don't just view Mount Rushmore; feel the essence of American history and the monumental effort that created this global icon up close.
As you set off on your audacious adventure, you will uncover the grandeur of Mount Rushmore beyond photographs and films. Typically, guests spend 2-3 hours total on this trip, giving you ample time to appreciate each detail. Dress comfortably as you'll be walking about 0.6 miles on paved paths - the Presidential Trail that brings you directly beneath the monument. Be prepared to be mesmerized as you journey through the Avenue of Flags, comprised of fifty-six flags (representing every US state and territory) leading up to the Grand View Terrace, the main viewing area. Take your time to explore the Lincoln Borglum Visitor Center and Museum, where exhibits on the construction process, sculptor Gutzon Borglum, and native flora and fauna await.
Named after Charles E. Rushmore, a lawyer from New York, the mountain that once stood devoid of any significant recognition is now a foundational emblem of American history and perseverance. This majestic monument, a labor of love by Borglum and his team, stands as a testament of time, attracting millions from across the globe yearly. Carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore over the duration of 14 years (1927-1941), it has since emerged as the hallmark of American heritage.
Unlock the untold tales of perseverance, dedication, innovation, and hardship injured in the creation of Mount Rushmore as the audio tour guides you through significant highlights. Listen to the tales of the 400 men and women who toiled with dynamites and jackhammers, the dynamite-blasted 450,000 tons of rock, the 60-foot high famous faces, and the intricacies that breathed life into these stone-bound figures. These stories underline the collective determination that transformed Borglum's ambitious dream into a global masterpiece.
Experience the Mount Rushmore Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour like never before. Picture yourself moved by the aura of determination and resilience, enchanted by the sheer enormity of this historical monument, and fascinated by the many tales it has to tell. Take a walk through time, understand the enormity of this inspiring endeavor, and let every step lead you closer to the heart of American history. This is not just a tour but an inspirational journey offering an in-depth, firsthand experience of America's 'Shrine of Democracy'. So step out, gear up, and let history unfold at every turn.
