Fascinating book about the past of Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Reviewed by Jerry Fisher, 1999-12-15

I moved to Sioux Falls in May, 1994 and had no idea of the fascinating history of the city and surrounding area.

I came across this book at the library, and started reading it and looking through the pictures. I was surprised at the amount of material that was in this book, and it made for a thoroughly involving trip down yesteryear, looking at the old pictures and trying to match them up with what is now present.

I also came to realize what beautiful architecture much of Sioux Falls used to have, and I've come to bemoan in part what has happened to most of the downtown area. I would never have known the architectual heritage that Sioux Falls lost had I not seen this book. It also has made me thankful for the precious little bits that survive today.

It's a pity that this book went out of print. It is probably the single best book that ever was, and likely ever will be, for a history of Sioux Falls.