Corn Palace

Landmark building · Mitchell, South Dakota

Illustration of Corn Palace

Overview

The Corn Palace is a building whose outside walls are covered in murals made from corn and grain, redone every year.

History

The first Corn Palace was built in 1892 to show off the region's farming. The current building dates to 1921.

Today

The Corn Palace draws travelers and hosts events, concerts and basketball games.

Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.