
History 605 explores the history of South Dakota, the northern Great Plains, and the Midwest. South Dakota’s State Historian Ben Jones will visit with guests about their books, museum exhibits and artifacts, and historic sites in the state and region. Along the way, you’ll learn how to think, not what to think, about history and the people of the past.The host is Dr. Ben Jones, State Historian and... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 112 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | History | |||

Since this episode first aired, Corey Christenson’s article on Alfred Dahlin’s World War I experiences earned the 2025 Schell Prize for Best Article in South Dakota History. The story began when the Dahlin family donated Alfred’s uniform and gear, sp... more
Ben Jones speaks with author Bradley Thompson and discusses what John Adams and others thought was the more important revolution that occurred in the minds of the American people.
In this episode from the archives, Ben Jones talks with Photographer Paul Horsted to discuss his books and work that detail George Custer's 1874 Black Hills expedition.
David Grabitske and Dan Moeckly join Ben Jones on this edition of History 605 to discuss how they've worked to design South Dakota's stories for the upcoming new museum exhibits.
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My interest in SD developed because my Great Grandmother homesteaded in Aurora County in 1889-1900, your program has introduced me to some great resources
This is the first episode I have listened to and it was interesting to hear how artifacts from Spotted Tail 144 years ago came into the possession of the Newell family and what happened next.
This is a South Dakota history podcast, but it’s really an American history podcast. Every episode teaches us more about our history as a nation, whether you live in South Dakota or beyond.
I have been listening to this podcast and have been enjoying each episode. Ben does a great job of asking questions and letting his guests talk. I’m not from South Dakota but I’ve learned a lot. State history podcasting at its finest. Highly recommend.









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