Iron Horse Inn & Suites
The striking building at 27 Deadwood Street…
…with it’s horse head sculpture over the door, was originally a one-story feed store opened in 1893 by F.D. Smith. Horse-drawn delivery wagons could load in the basement and exit over a ramp into the street.
In 1896 a second and third floor were added, built with stone from the nearby Whitewood Quarry. What began as a feed store had evolved into one of the most beautiful buildings in Deadwood. The location of this building adjacent to two railroad passenger stations made it a natural place for the City’s Post Office, and the front room was so occupied from 1897 to 1907.
A stairway from the sidewalk led down to Delmonico’s Restaurant, later occupied by Seebick Millinery. The public library was located on the second floor, surrounded by professional offices. The third floor served as residential apartments for F.D. Smith and four other families.
By 1920 Chalk Wagner, pioneer hotel owner, ran the Wagner Cafe at this address. In 1921, Wagner purchased the building and opened it as the Wagner Hotel.
The storefront was remodeled with the addition of black and white glass tiles and glass block in 1937. The first floor of the Iron Horse Inn & Suites and the adjacent Martin and Mason building have been recently joined to create the large gaming area of the Wooden Nickel Casino. The new Lee St. Station Restaurant offers a daily full breakfast menu and lunch is served into the evening hours
The main floor of the Iron Horse features…
…A casino floor with 20 great slots and video blackjack, all socially distanced in an atmosphere reminiscent of mid-twentieth century Americana. Also, on the main floor is Three Cousins Pizza featuring Chef Steve’s original homemade gourmet pizza in addition to great original apps, subs, soups, salads, desserts, and special unique entrees served on occasions.
27 Deadwood Street
Deadwood, SD 57732
