Gov. Rhoden Celebrates Return of Fireworks to Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore fireworks to return next year, bringing concern over fire risks, pollution
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden announced that the state has reached an agreement with the federal government to host a fireworks display next year.
Mount Rushmore fireworks to return next year
KEYSTONE, S.D. ( South Dakota Searchlight) – Mount Rushmore will host an Independence Day-themed fireworks display next year, bringing worldwide attention to the national memorial and South Dakota, but also bringing concerns about potential forest fires, water pollution, litter and other problems.
Fireworks to return to Mount Rushmore for nation's 250th birthday in 2026
Fireworks will be making a comeback at Mount Rushmore in South Dakota in 2026 for a Fourth of July celebration.
Gov. Rhoden Celebrates the Return of Fireworks to Mount Rushmore
This President’s Day, Governor Larry Rhoden celebrated the return of fireworks to Mount Rushmore. This past Friday, Governor Rhoden and Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum agreed
Rhoden announces Mount Rushmore fireworks confirmed
The Governor's Office said Rhoden and Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum agreed on a show for the celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
Fireworks To Return To Mt. Rushmore In 2026
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Rhoden confirms fireworks will return to Mt. Rushmore in 2026
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden confirmed that fireworks will be returning to Mt. Rushmore for America’s 250th birthday.
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GOP Leaders Announce Return of Mount Rushmore Fireworks Show
The decision revives a controversial tradition at Mount Rushmore that has been suspended since 2020 due to environmental concerns. The return of fireworks marks a significant shift in federal ...
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Gov. Rhoden: Fireworks return to Mt. Rushmore in 2026
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Gov. Larry Rhoden announced on social media Friday that fireworks would once again appear at Mount Rushmore for the 4th of July. Rhoden’s post said he “just got ...
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Gov. Larry Rhoden says Burgum promised Mount Rushmore fireworks show in 2026
“He confirmed that we will have FIREWORKS at Mount Rushmore for America’s 250th birthday!” Fireworks have not been fired off at Mount Rushmore since 2020, when President Donald Trump and ...
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South Dakota governor invites Donald Trump to 2026 fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore
President Donald Trump has been cordially invited to South Dakota for a July 4, 2026, fireworks celebration at the state's most recognizable symbol. South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden invited Trump to ...
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Donald Trump gets invite to Mount Rushmore fireworks for America’s 250th birthday
The Mount Rushmore Fireworks Celebration was previously restored in 2020 under former Governor Kristi Noem and President Trump, after being discontinued for more than a decade. However ...