“Save Our Tail,” a four-day celebration of Western history, storytelling, preservation and remarkable women, starts Wednesday in honor of Deadwood’s 150th anniversary.
Deadwood townspeople parade in support of brothels in this July 1980 Journal file photo. A story in the July 18, 1980, edition of the Journal says "Signs in a raucous 'Bring back our ladies' parade read: 'Pro Pros,' 'Have a heart - preserve our wildlife' and 'Save our tale (sic).'" A highlight of the "Save Our Tail" festivities May 20-23, 2026, in Deadwood will be a reenactment of this impromptu procession.
Author and historian Chris Enss will give presentations throughout "Save Our Tail" May 20-23, 2026, in Deadwood. She has written more than 50 books about women in the West.
South Dakota filmmaker Justin Koehler will screen his documentary “Nita: Hotbed in Deadwood” as part of "Save Our Tail" festivities May 20-23, 2026, in Deadwood. This documentary delves into the story of Nita Celaya and her pivotal role in Deadwood’s 1980 brothel raid.
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Deadwood townspeople parade in support of brothels in this July 1980 Journal file photo. A story in the July 18, 1980, edition of the Journal says "Signs in a raucous 'Bring back our ladies' parade read: 'Pro Pros,' 'Have a heart - preserve our wildlife' and 'Save our tale (sic).'" A highlight of the "Save Our Tail" festivities May 20-23, 2026, in Deadwood will be a reenactment of this impromptu procession.
Author and historian Chris Enss will give presentations throughout "Save Our Tail" May 20-23, 2026, in Deadwood. She has written more than 50 books about women in the West.
South Dakota filmmaker Justin Koehler will screen his documentary “Nita: Hotbed in Deadwood” as part of "Save Our Tail" festivities May 20-23, 2026, in Deadwood. This documentary delves into the story of Nita Celaya and her pivotal role in Deadwood’s 1980 brothel raid.
