CSPAN3 South Dakota Capitol October 8, 2017
I ¿ we are at the south dakota State Capitol in pierre where cspan is learning more about the history of the city. The building is an example of renaissance architecture. Up next, we take you inside for a tour and to learn why pierre was chosen as the state capital. Mr. Venhuizen pierre is a pretty small town as far as capitals go. Fort pierre is another 2500 people. Not only is it small, but it is pretty remote. It was selected as the state capital because it is in the middle of the state. It is really a two or two and a half hour drive from any other major town. That presents challenges. Pe...