Pioneer Auto Museum

Zac Clark

2023-10

This place started as a corner gas station in Mitchell, SD in the 30s. The owner had a couple of old cars that people would check out while filling up, so he got the idea to put a building around them and start charging admission. Things kinda snowballed from there, and ~40 buildings later it's still going strong.It's not the cheapest place you'll ever visit, but I can assure you it's worth the cost of admission. I've been to probably half the auto museums in the country, and this one takes the cake. First of all, it's huge. 300+ cars, not to mention the bicycles, trucks, tractors, motorcycles, and all manner of other antique collectibles. The astonishing thing as a car guy is the number of cars I saw that I'd never seen before - and some I've never even heard of!Not only that, but much of it is housed in a transplanted "frontier town" that includes a church, fire station, train station, school, gas station, and much more. We spent almost five hours there, and the only reason we left was because the youngest kids were getting tired.Thank goodness they're a Harvest Host, or we may have never known about it. Speaking of that, their RV parking is extensive, safe, and level.

Katie A

2023-09

We stayed here for Harvest Host and had a nice stay. Easy driveway to get in and out of. Lots of space. Owners are super nice and helpful. There were only two hours left to view the museum so they let us have the ticket to come back in the morning. There's a ton to see here. A nice little town set-up out back. Lots of cars and antiques. We loved the motorhome the most!

Flaming Cats

2023-11

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Matt B

2023-08

Excellent collection of classic cars and a bunch of old (and rare) farm tractors as well as a bunch of cool buildings on the property. There also tons of "Easter eggs" to discover, just keep your eyes open. Admission is very cheap and it's self paced so don't feel like you're being rushed. Met and got to chat with the original owner's son, super friendly people and I will absolutely visit again if I'm in that area. Very much worth the stop.

Bulldog Badger

2023-07

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Son of Thunders

2024-04

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Cheryl Corrigan

2023-08

Pioneer Auto Museum in Murdo, South Dakota is a trip down memory lane. The host was very kind, fun, and helpful. There are lots of antiques, not just autos. There's a prairie town also. Parking is a large gravel lot adjacent to the museum. The restaurant was only open for breakfast and lunch today.I would recommend a stop if you're passing this way whether you stay the night or not. They allowed us to use our generator for the AC.

kelsey Walton

2020-05

I got to admit my honey knows how to find amazing places to stop too. This was very cool to see. Got alot of great photos of antiques and the family till my phone died. Well worth the stop in the fee to get in period looking for a great adventure in a good time this is the place!

Alfred Kell

2019-05

I stopped in with the whole family. It's a rather impressive collection of everything from old cars to lunch boxes and everything in between. If you like old toys and farm equipment there is something for you to see also. They have a very nice gift shop, clean bathrooms and have food available. Good value for money in my opinion.

Łukasz Seweryn

2023-10

Fantastic place, worth to spend 1h Brdak during the road. Great car ( but Not only) collection. Super gify Shop to get from USA.

Jude Fernando

2020-05

#1 VISIT WORTH THE VISIT INSANE AMAZING COLLECTION GREAT ICE CREAMExpect to spend an hour or 2 here to see all the buildings and each collections. Everything is so perfectly set up and organized and maintained. The staff was very friendly and if you're lucky you will get a custom tour narration as well. Pretty cool.The collection is overwhelmingly large and amazing. So much to see. Totally worth the money.Don't forget Ice cream from the Diner on your way out.

Viviana Shanks

2020-05

We stopped there for fun since we spotted a billboard on our trip. We were not disappointed! There’s a bit of everything for everyone. It’s a nostalgia shop literally and super well done and kept. Personnel is extremely friendly and happy to answer all your questions. Love the concept and I totally recommend visiting but in a sunny day for more enjoyment! A must stop! We can’t say anything about the food since we just visited the car museum and for ya it was awesome enough.

Ольга Демидова

2020-05

The collection of old cars and other stuff is really impressive. But I was impressed even more by the passion of people working on the museum. They are so helpful and willing to tell about everything on the exhibition. This place definitely worth visiting. Admission for adults is $11,5.

Calla Bjorklund Jarvie

2023-05

We've driven past this place a million times on our way to the Badlands and/or Colorado, but we finally stopped this past April. The place is MASSIVE - so much more than we expected. Set aside a couple of hours at minimum. They have cars I've never heard of and machines I couldn't have dreamed up. Things were pretty dusty and dirty, so it definitely could use a little TLC. If you are even a tiny bit interested in cars, you will enjoy this place.

Phyllis Ruana

2019-05

A couple of months ago I was traveling back to Montana. I read about this museum and decided to make a stop.Well I was the only person there however the clerk turned on all the lights in all the buildings and I had history all to myself. Well with the help of their cute kitties.I had THE BEST time. It was like owning all that history.Thanks so much for letting me go through. I'll be back with guests.

B A

2023-09

The Pioneer Auto Museum in Murdo is definitely worth checking out when you are in the area. It's only a minute off the highway and very easily accessible. They have a nice little diner/Cafe that is on site. The food was great, the service was fast friendly, and the prices were quiye reasonable. The auto museum itself has over 275 beautiful cars on display, along with antique motorcycles and tractors as well. They also have historic buildings on site as well. Definitely worth the stop. I think was $12.50 for the museum admission.

Sean Williams

2022-05

A must stop place if your passing on the way through Murdo. The Pioneer Auto Museum has a large number of antique cars, trucks, tractors, vintage motorcycles, & so much more antique memorabilia and buildings. You could literally spends hours here if you wanted too.

Jessica Myers

2023-08

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Andrew Ackley

2023-05

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Willy's Performance Cycle Center

2020-05

Very nice auto collection that spans many years. The people working here are very friendly and helpful. You can find most American made antique autos as well as many foreign cars. The H-D & Indians make up a small display of older motorcycles. Plus, farm tractors and trucks fill in blanks with a nice collection. The antiques are nice to see. Many household items, etc... Clean restrooms too. Great place to visit.

Jeff D

2023-05

Tons of old cars, trucks, tractors, motorcycles, and antiques. Even an old train caboose you can walk in and see what they were really like. Worth the stop in if you enjoy antiques and vintage automotive history.

Megan Brueck

2021-05

Very fun, with a lot to see. Staff is great and were very nice. Recommend having at least a couple hours to go.

Michael Miller

2022-05

It's not just cars...it's a mini village with displays as varied as lunch boxes and washing machines. The cars are definitely the main feature, but don't let that "steer" you away if you're not into cars. It's worth spending about an hour to an hour and a half. Conveniently located off the freeway. I would have liked to have seen a few more descriptions of the cars and some nicer display buildings, but I did enjoy the overall quirky vibe.

Jesika Croom

2019-05

We visited in winter so the outside buildings were closed. Dave gave us the "family discount" and showed us the first room in the museum personally. He was very knowledgeable and engaging with us and our 4 littles. He then gave us a map and recommendations for our day heading west!

Brian Davis

2022-05

This is a must visit place, so much to see plan a couple hours. History galore and so much more than cars.. Too many things to mention, 1000s of things and cars.

Kamalpreet Singh

2024-01

I visited this place few years back sorry for late review, but this place is amazing lots of old school cars in very mint condition I was blown away by the hard work onwer has put into to keep them working car most of are still driveable cars also there,s some vehicles u can't find anywhere in state onwer is very nice highly recommend EVERYONE who drives by must stop and check it out very knowledgeable place 2 thumbs up👍👍

Brent Bloomingdale

2019-05

Pretty cool place to stop. We stopped on the way home from the Black Hills area. We sent a few hours but could have spent half a day there. Lots of buildings with different stuff from cars to tractors to old stereo and cameras. Lots of old history and was pretty cool that they had a treasure hunt for the kids. They collect stickers thru the tour and turn it in for a prize. Very friendly staff and also has a place to eat or get some ice cream also. I would recommend to check it out.

Margaret Rystrom

2022-05

What a hoot!! So much to look at, 43 buildings full of oddities. It is not a “restored” museum. Would be difficult for a wheelchair or walker. Plan to spend several hours, if you have the time.

Jerry Burkhardt

2022-05

This place is too much! If you want an entertaining afternoon, check it out. Not only beautiful cars that brought back memories of yesteryear, but products I remember as a child and even turn of the century town.

D S

2021-05

A lot of cool old cars. Staff was great and super helpful. This is a must see at least one time if you like cars. Should take around 2 hours to look at everything.