What is Pierre, South Dakota Named After?
The state of South Dakota has plenty of towns with unique and interesting names, none more so than its state capital of Pierre.
But just how did Pierre get its name anyway? The story of who it s named after and why might surprise you.
According to Encyclopedia Britannica, some of the earliest inhabitants of the area which is now known as Pierre, South Dakota were the Sioux. In fact, Lewis and Clark passed through on their famous 1804 expedition and had a brief encounter with the tribe.
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In 1817 a permanent settlement was built near Pierre for fur trading, which was a big driver of the early 19th century U.S. economy.
What is Pierre, South Dakota Named After?
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