Stephanie Ammick won the homemade pie contest on August 9, 2025 at the Adams Homestead Celebration. She made a wonderful key lime pie. Deanna and Tom Jacobs took 2nd and 3rd with their pecan pie and peanut butter pie. From left: Stephanie Ammick, Tom Jacobs, and Deanna Jacobs. Submitted photo

In honor of the Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve becoming a state park in South Dakota, a celebration was held on Saturday, August 9, 2025. Visitors flocked to the landmark to step back in time and enjoy the historical atmosphere. This has become an annual event and marked the 28th year for Adams being a state park.

Many activities happened throughout the day. A buffalo chip throwing contest was…