Homestake Opera House

Through its restoration, the Opera House will illustrate and illuminate the benefits of historic preservation, as set forth in the guidelines of the Secretary of the Department of Interior, educating and informing the public as the Opera House once again provides a venue for educational and cultural activity in the community. From its construction in 1914 until a catastrophic fire in 1984, the Opera House was the center of community life and lifelong education in Lead, South Dakota. The Historic Opera House Society is dedicated to its restoration, use, and preservation for future generations, in the belief that it is the cornerstone for the preservation, renewal, and development of our community. The society’s focus is on fundraising to acquire funds as necessary to complete the restoration of the theater and recreation center building to bring back “The Jewel of the Black Hills” to its original 1914 glory. While these efforts continue, the Society makes use of the facility to the extent possible to generate revenue and advance its mission. All year round this nonprofit historic performing arts venue continuously features tours, concerts, theatre, educational field trips and presentations. Please call and schedule your visit! Thank you.