Dora DuFran was a notable madam who ran a number of brothels throughout the Black Hills, starting in the early days of the gold rush.
Available Resources:
- Buffalo Girls (1995) - It’s important to look at all films made for purely entertainment purposes with a very critical eye. Be sure to thoroughly research each event before trusting its accuracy.
- Archives in Belle Fourche* - Once you click on the newspaper option, you will be given directions on how to access that source in the archives.
- Archives in Rapid City*
- Archives in Deadwood*
- Archives in Sturgis*
Additional archives can be accessed by contacting the city archivist at 605-578-2082.
Image Citation:
Weiser, Kathy. “The Painted Ladies of Deadwood Gulch.” The Painted Ladies of Deadwood Gulch, Legends of America, Apr. 2017