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2023 One Book South DakotaA haunting novel spanning several generations, Diane Wilson’s The Seed Keeper follows a Dakota family’s struggle to preserve their way of life. Its main character, Rosalie Iron Wing, draws strength from the knowledge that she is descended from women with souls of iron, women who have protected their families, their traditions, [...]

Patrick Hicks will be visiting Dr. Jim Reese's Crime Literature and Film class to discuss his research at a Nazi concentration camp and his new novel titled, "Ravensbruck: Writing and Researching in a Concentration Camp." The event is free and open to the public.This event will be held in the Scholastica Learning Center, Room 107.Scholar: [...]

Professional speaker and author of the bestselling book The Richest Man in Town, V.J. Smith joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs to share about his mission and strategies to empower people to make positive life changes.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with V.J. SmithSponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

2023 One Book South DakotaA haunting novel spanning several generations, Wilson’s The Seed Keeper follows a Dakota family’s struggle to preserve their way of life. Its main character, Rosalie Iron Wing, draws strength from the knowledge that she is descended from women with souls of iron, women who have protected their families, their traditions, and [...]

Sponsored by: White Book ClubFor more information contact: Charlotte Mickelson <bageri97@msn.com>

Bernie Hunhoff, Founder of South Dakota Magazine, and Katie Hunhoff, Editor & Publisher of South Dakota Magazine and current SDHC Board Member, join SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs to discuss the history and future of the magazine that explores the people, culture, history, landscapes, and communities of the state.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Bernie & Katie HunhoffSponsored [...]

As part of the Lake County Museum's opening of the Boyd Family Wagon Exhibit, they are hosting public events that will immerse visitors in the past by highlighting what pioneering was like, as well as providing perspectives on the experiences and viewpoints of area Native Americans who were affected by the homesteading.  This day's event will [...]

Frank Pommersheim, USD Law Professor, joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs for a conversation this issue that affects indigenous tribes across the country.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Frank PommersheimSponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

NOTE:  This event takes place at 12:00 pm Mountain Time.See below for Zoom registration.The Monthly Lakota Cultural & Language Instruction will provide cultural teachings and discussions to encourage cultural identity development among indigenous youth and families.  These teachings will strengthen families by learning Lakota language, cultural practices, creativity, and lifeways to promote healing, harmony and [...]

Donna Merkt, Director of the South Dakota Art Museum, Jim Speirs, Executive Director of Arts South Dakota, and Sarah Larson, Communications Coordinator of Arts South Dakota, join SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs to share ideas about how art can be used as a tool to bring communities together.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Donna Merkt, Jim Speirs, and [...]

The Poetry on the Road project consists of a series of monthly poetry readings around the state over the course of a year.  At each location, South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS) members from that area will participate. The readings by SDSPS member poets will be followed by a Q & A session and an [...]

Aberdeen Chief of Police Dave McNeil joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs to reflect on the factors that necessitate the construction of new jails.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Dave McNeil Sponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

NOTE:  This event takes place at 12:00 pm Mountain Time.See below for Zoom registration.The Monthly Lakota Cultural & Language Instruction will provide cultural teachings and discussions to encourage cultural identity development among indigenous youth and families.  These teachings will strengthen families by learning Lakota language, cultural practices, creativity, and lifeways to promote healing, harmony and [...]

Melinda Janko, Executive Director of Women Are Sacred, joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs for a conversation about the ongoing epidemic of missing and murdered indigenous women and girls.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Melinda Janko Sponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

The Poetry on the Road project consists of a series of monthly poetry readings around the state over the course of a year.  At each location, South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS) members from that area will participate. The readings by SDSPS member poets will be followed by a Q & A session and an [...]

George Seamon, South Dakota’s State Librarian, joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs for a conversation about the roles that libraries play in today’s digital world.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with George SeamonSponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

Daughter Tianna (Owner) and father Guss (Tour Guide Specialist) join SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs to highlight their organization which focuses on sharing the stories and traditions of the Lakota people to foster a greater understanding, appreciation, and respect for the Indigenous culture and promote cross-cultural exchanges of understanding, compassion, and acceptance.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Tianna [...]

Author Chuck Raasch joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs for a conversation about his latest book.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with Chuck RaaschSponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

David Bordewyk, Executive Director of the South Dakota Newspaper Association, joins SDHC Scholar Lawrence Diggs for a conversation about the role that newspapers play in supporting the humanities.Zoom LinkScholar: Lawrence Diggs with David BordewykSponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/

NOTE:  This event takes place at 12:00 pm Mountain Time.See below for Zoom registration.The Monthly Lakota Cultural & Language Instruction will provide cultural teachings and discussions to encourage cultural identity development among indigenous youth and families.  These teachings will strengthen families by learning Lakota language, cultural practices, creativity, and lifeways to promote healing, harmony and [...]