Saloon No. 10 is a testament to the vibrant spirit of the Wild West and Deadwood’s rich history.
The establishment holds a rich history that is intertwined with many Wild West legends, including Wild Bill Hickok and his demise.
For more than a century, the saloon has defined the historic town of Deadwood, showcasing the colorful past of the city.
This year, Saloon No. 10 will be celebrating 60 years with the 60th Anniversary Party. The festivities will revolve around celebrating the family who owns the old-style saloon, the Keehns.
“The party will begin with recreating the famous Horsin’ Around photo,” stated Louie Lalonde, general manager and co-owner of Saloon No. 10.
Lalonde’s parents took ownership of the saloon in 1963, marking the beginning of the business family affair. The legacy within the saloon has been passed down through generations, thriving under the care of the Keehn family.
“This year’s photo will be special as we have a number of bartenders from past years stopping by to be in the photo,” said Lalonde.
Those who attend will partake in a champagne toast, and enjoy tasty hor d’oeuvres from the saloon’s partnering restaurant, Deadwood Social Club.
“We’re very excited to celebrate 60 years,” shared Lalonde. “But more importantly, we hope to see many familiar faces of past employees that we haven’t seen for years and share old memories of days gone by.”
Learn more about Lalonde and the history of Saloon No. 10.
The name Saloon 10 came from…
originally it was the 10th Placer Mine on Deadwood’s Main Street since it wasn’t uncommon then to dig anywhere. When they discovered it was a lifeless claim, they turned it into a saloon, thus Saloon No. 10.
My goal as a business is…
ever-changing. I’ve had many goals for the business. In fact, my first hilarious goal was back in the late ‘80s when I wanted to sell more t-shirts than the Hard Rock Café.
The best part of my job is…
my employees. Every single one of them. We are who we are today because of them.
I enjoy working at Saloon No. 10 because…
I grew up in the 10.
When visitors come to Saloon No. 10…
the unexpected happens. There never seems to be a dull moment, and most importantly they can expect to see it exactly the way they remember it.
At Saloon No.10 our goal is to…
create cherished memories for locals and visitors alike. My parents, Lew and Marion Keehn, taught my family how important it is
to support your local community. The simple gesture of creating those memories has kept people returning again and again, which has enabled us to give generously in every way we can.
We get playful with our brand by…
well honestly, where else in the world do you see an infamous legend get shot four times a day?
“My family is truly blessed to live in Deadwood and the Black Hills.” -LOUIE LALONDE
Saloon No. 19 has benefited the community by…
working diligently to keep our history alive. With a rich history as rich and colorful as Deadwood’s, it’s an adventure whichever way you turn. The community wants Saloon No. 10 to be the same way as the last time they visited, and ensure that it is.
Our famous visitor catalog includes …
the most recent were Kyle Petty and Cole Hauser. Others include Kid Rock, Miranda Lambert, James Franco, Tony Hawk, Sarah Palin, Kevin Costner, Sylvester Stalone, Guy Ferrari, James Murray, and so many more.
Something people may not know about Saloon No. 10 is…
we’ve recently expanded our branded merchandise area into a full-blown gift shop with the quirkiest and coolest gifts.
Other Celebrity Visitors Include:
Big and Rich
Bill O’Reilly
Brian Quinn
Charles Barkley
Cody Jinks
Delbert McClinton
Gayle Sayers
George Thorogood
Geri Jewell
Incubus
Jim Beaver
John Hawks
John McEuen
Jimmy Ibbotson
Johnny Paycheck
Kent Herbeck
Koe Wetzel
Oliver Peck
Paul Yaffe
Phil Jackson
Robin Weigart
Rusty Wallace
Sublime with Rome
Titus Welliver
Van Durea
W. Earl Brown
One of my favorite pieces of décor in Saloon No. 10 is…
the first motion picture in Deadwood. It was the one item we regretted not grabbing during the fire of 1989 that destroyed the Syndicate Block and its neighboring building.
My favorite memory of Saloon No. 10 over the last 60 years is…
many of us have special memories of Josephine, Deadwood’s little dancing queen. She stood four feet and seven inches tall, always had
a satin dress, patent leather shoes, curled hair, and a face that beamed as every guy in the bar stood in line to ask for a dance. She was truly a gem, and is one of the most inquired-about stars of the 10 to this day.
My favorite menu item at the Deadwood Social Club is…
the salmon. It’s fresh from Seattle’s Ocean Beauty Seafoods.
Something I’m excited about right now is…
our Yappy Hour. Our guests are encouraged to bring their friendly, well-mannered dogs as they stop by and will be welcomed into the No. 10. Your furry friend can enjoy a Pooch-tini, and this summer we’ll offer a Pooch Patio Menu. Now, on Wednesdays, we feature W.A.G Days. For every food item we sell in the Social Club, one dollar is donated to the Twin City Animal Shelter.
One thing I love about South Dakota is…
the small population.
My favorite way to spend my free time is…
with my two Weimaraners, Bailey and Ducky, and my life partner, Jim.
