Who we are
Welcome to The Lights at The Lodge where an everyday park gets transformed into a holiday winter wonderland. This is accomplished by a dedicated group of volunteers funded by your donations and support. Please consider donating today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did this lodge and park get started?
The Hiawatha Club of Pipestone had presented The Song Of Hiawatha Pageant for 60 years on a 44 acre parcel adjoining the Pipestone National Monument and the City of Pipestone. Lourie Ness the mayor at that time worked with the Hiawatha Club and purchased the 44 acre parcel to designated as a park.
A citizens group formed The Pipestone Area Community Foundation (pipestonefoundation.com) and with the assistance of Southwest Initiative Foundation (swifoundation.org) raised over $500.000 to build the current lodge.
One of the many uses recommended for the property was to have a annual holiday light show, thus the Lights at the Lodge display.
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