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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
Based 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 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 [...]
Phyllis W. Packard is a painter, weaver, and artist whose career spans sixty years. My Missouri River Valley is an exhibition of her more recent tapestries, needle felt paintings, and watercolor weavings. Packard's works are based on the land, water, and sky of the prairie and South Dakota, particularly the idyllic view of the Missouri [...]
Participate: March 7–28, 2025 
Closing Reception: Saturday, March 29, 1–3 PM 
Location: Rose and Eugene Presents, 218 W. 13th Street, Sioux Falls, SD Be part of Echoes & Origins, an interactive community exhibition where your stories shape a living art installation. 
How it works: 1. Visit March 7–28 to contribute. 2. [...]
Governor 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 [...]
The 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 Metamorphosis Exhibition showcases 15 murals created by students in JSC and the juvenile diversion program as part of the Just Us Mural Project (JUMP). Supported by a U.S. Department of Justice grant, this initiative empowers justice-involved youth through culturally relevant arts education. With the freedom of expression, youth from Rapid City have been collaborating [...]
Senior Exhibition Titled Kidoodle held in Northern State University's JFAC gallery Kidoodle is a toy line that explores how design can accentuate successful play. Through toys, fun, and play, Kidoodle encourages cognitive, emotional, and social growth for all ages.
As the state’s preeminent arts organization, the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra is nationally recognized as a driver for how an orchestra engages with its community. Founded in 1922 at Augustana University, the SDSO is now a fully professional 75-member orchestra with a history of performing in towns throughout South Dakota. The SDSO’s 10 subscription concerts [...]
Based 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 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 [...]
Artists and photographers, exhibitors and vendors, teachers and students, old and new participants, you are invited to join us for our 49th Annual Art Show. This year's show will take place on Saturday, April 12th, and Sunday, April 13th at the Scherr-Howe Event Center in Mobridge.
Phyllis W. Packard is a painter, weaver, and artist whose career spans sixty years. My Missouri River Valley is an exhibition of her more recent tapestries, needle felt paintings, and watercolor weavings. Packard's works are based on the land, water, and sky of the prairie and South Dakota, particularly the idyllic view of the Missouri [...]
Governor 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 [...]
This year we will be offering student workshops on Saturday, April 12th from 9-12 at the ARCC in Aberdeen for all students. This will be happening while the ArtWars championships are going on, so that you can bring additional students to state and they can also be creating some art that morning. At the moment, we [...]
Turn recycled paper into unique works of art in this fun, hands-on workshop for kids in grades K-6! Deadwood History’s Papermaking Youth Workshop will be held at the Days of ‘76 Museum on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The workshop is suggested for students in grades K-6. The program is [...]
Artists and photographers, exhibitors and vendors, teachers and students, old and new participants, you are invited to join us for our 49th Annual Art Show. This year's show will take place on Saturday, April 12th, and Sunday, April 13th at the Scherr-Howe Event Center in Mobridge. All the information you will need is below:
Based 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 [...]
It’s photographer Aaron C Packard’s birthday, but he’s feeling old and expired… Coincidentally, while preparing for the launch of Fotolab No.7, Aaron discovered a box of old and expired film. To prevent this film from going to waste, to battle existential dread, and to celebrate his birthday, Aaron is inviting you to join him on [...]
The Metamorphosis Exhibition showcases 15 murals created by students in JSC and the juvenile diversion program as part of the Just Us Mural Project (JUMP). Supported by a U.S. Department of Justice grant, this initiative empowers justice-involved youth through culturally relevant arts education. With the freedom of expression, youth from Rapid City have been collaborating [...]
