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In this episode of The Atlas Obscura Podcast, we learn how, for a brief period, the small frontier city of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, drew in socialites and celebrities who were desperate to end their marriages.

Our podcast is an audio guide to the world’s wondrous, awe-inspiring, strange places. In under 15 minutes, we’ll take you to an incredible site, and along the way you’ll meet some fascinating people and hear their stories. Join us daily, Monday through Thursday, to explore a new wonder with cofounder Dylan Thuras and a neighborhood of Atlas Obscura reporters.

The Cataract House Hotel, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, in the 1890s.
The Cataract House Hotel, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, in the 1890s. Siouxland Heritage Museums