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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
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The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United StatesThe BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to the Elks Theatre for two exhilarating nights of adventure films on Monday, April 21, and Tuesday, April 22.
The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition
The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United StatesGovernor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesThe Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
39 STEPS
Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United StatesBased on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Wayfinder
Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United StatesWayfinder is an art exhibition at the Dahl Arts Center, presented by the Rapid City Arts Council & Big Read Rapid City. Artists were inspired by Andrew Krivak’s novel, The Bear. The exhibit explores themes of navigation, guidance, and the universal quest for meaning. It celebrates the resilience of the human spirit, the profound connection between humanity and [...]
EastBank Art Gallery’s 20th Anniversary Exhibit
East Bank Art Gallery 401 E 8th Street, Sioux Falls, United StatesThe Governor’s Student Art Exhibition
The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United StatesGovernor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesThe Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United StatesThe BANFF Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to the Elks Theatre for two exhilarating nights of adventure films on Monday, April 21, and Tuesday, April 22.
Make-n-Take Tuesdays
Children's Museum 4th Street, Brookings, South Dakota, United StatesAll Ages | Come-and-Go | Family Style | Museum admission required Make-n-Take Tuesdays offer a rotating lineup of creative activities, perfect for the whole family. Each week, dive into a new hands-on project like clay sculpting, tie-dye, shrink dinks, printmaking, and more. The fee adjusts based on the activity, ensuring a fresh and fun experience [...]
The Writer’s Study
Full Circle Book Co-op West 10th Street, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesWriters in the area, come one, come all! Meet up for prompts, sharing, feedback, classes, and more! Every Tuesday at 6pm!
Madison BrickHouse
The Brickhouse 106 SE 2nd Street, Madison, SD, United StatesThere’s a lot happening at the house this Spring!Madison High School Art Reception #2Poetry on the Road in MadisonSketchy Neighbors // April EditionSeamus Donelan // Listening Room SessionMadison Middle School Art Reception #4and more to come.#madisonsd #stateofcreate
Spring Concert featuring Augustana Angelus & VikingKor Choirs
Augustana University Hamre Recital Hall 2120 S. Grange Avenue, Sioux Falls, S, United StatesAngelus & VikingKor Spring Concert with special guests, Minnehaha Mandskor Angelus and VikingKor will present a Fall Concert on April 22nd at 7:30pm in Hamre Recital Hall with special guests, Minnehaha Mandskor. Doors open at 7:00. Tickets will be also be available at the door. Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 7:30 PM CDT $0.00 - [...]
39 STEPS
Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United StatesBased on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]
Wayfinder
Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United StatesWayfinder is an art exhibition at the Dahl Arts Center, presented by the Rapid City Arts Council & Big Read Rapid City. Artists were inspired by Andrew Krivak’s novel, The Bear. The exhibit explores themes of navigation, guidance, and the universal quest for meaning. It celebrates the resilience of the human spirit, the profound connection between humanity and [...]
EastBank Art Gallery’s 20th Anniversary Exhibit
East Bank Art Gallery 401 E 8th Street, Sioux Falls, United StatesThe Governor’s Student Art Exhibition
The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United StatesGovernor Kristi Noem announced 12 students who are being recognized for their artistic talents through the Governor’s Student Art Competition. An exhibition of the artwork is now open to the public in the South Dakota Capitol building. The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition includes work from the following students: A panel of nine professional artists served [...]
Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford
Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United StatesThe Center for Western Studies (CWS) is excited to present "Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford," an exhibition showcasing the beauty of South Dakota through the eyes of a talented local artist. Based in Sioux Falls, Mecca Rutherford uses oil paintings to capture the stunning landscapes of the Dakota plains. Her work brings to [...]
39 STEPS
Knuston Theatre East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD, United StatesBased on the 1915 novel and the 1939 Alfred Hitchcock film of the same name, The 39 Steps is a comedic adaptation of the classic spy thriller. Richard Hannay meets a beautiful woman at the theatre, only to have her immediately murdered in his apartment. Fearing for his life and spurred into action by her [...]