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Sculptor's Studio

Keystone , United States

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If you are searching for the best free things to do in Keystone, look no further than Sculptor's Studio. This museum offers FREE ADMISSION within Mount Rushmore National Memorial, providing visitors with a fascinating look at the tools and techniques that Gutzon Borglum used to carve the four presidential faces from the granite mountainside.Visitors to Sculptor's Studio can explore the original workspace where Borglum planned and refined his monumental sculpture. The studio contains the large - scale plaster model of Mount Rushmore that guided the carvers, along with the pneumatic tools and drilling equipment used during the fourteen - year construction project. The exhibits provide essential context for understanding the artistic vision and engineering challenges behind one of America's most iconic landmarks.With a 4.7 - star rating from 255 visitor reviews, Sculptor's Studio has earned consistent praise as a must - visit component of the Mount Rushmore experience.Sculptor's Studio is located in Keystone. Open most days of the week (Friday: 5AM - 11PM, Monday: 5AM - 11PM, Saturday: 5AM - 11PM, Sunday: 5AM - 11PM, Thursday: 5AM - 11PM). While there is no admission charge, donations are welcomed. Sculptor's Studio is an essential free addition to any Mount Rushmore visit.

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