Billed as “The World’s Only Corn Palace,” I have a sneaking suspicion that the title goes uncontested. Located in Mitchell, SD, the Corn Palace was originally constructed in celebration of the rich and fertile soils of South Dakota, in an effort to convince more people to move to the area. Each year, adorned in a brand new set of murals made from corn, the Corn Palace hosts a variety of events and festivals (including the citywide Corn Palace Festival), and sees 500,000 + visitors.