Pipestone National Monument

national monument in Minnesota
#31 in Minnesota / #1014 in United States of America
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by Joe Passe
/ CC BY-SA 2.0

Pipestone National Monument in Minnesota, USA, is a significant cultural and historical site that preserves the quarries used by Native Americans for centuries to extract red pipestone, a soft stone used to carve ceremonial pipes. The monument honors the traditions and spiritual significance of the pipestone to various indigenous tribes. Visitors can explore the beautiful tallgrass prairie, view the active quarries, and learn about the cultural heritage through exhibits at the visitor center.


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