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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS

Spark! Places of Innovation

Great Plains Art Institute 381 East 3rd Street, Mission, SD, United States

In May 2024, the Smithsonian Institution began making its way across South Dakota. The vehicle for this adventure was a Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition tour, Spark! Places of Innovation, highlighting how innovation has shaped small towns across the nation. The exhibition, examining the ingenuity and tenacity of rural America, will end its road trip at [...]

Deborah Mitchell, Flower and Flame Exhibition

Black Hills State University University Boulevard, Spearfish, SD, United States

The Ruddell Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibition, Flower and Flame, featuring the work of artist Deborah Mitchell. The exhibition will run from January 20 to February 27, with an artist reception scheduled for Thursday January 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Artist Deborah Mitchell’s exhibition, Flower and Flame, emerged […]

Free
Event Series The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

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 [...]

Event Series The Atrium Makers Market

The Atrium Makers Market

Serendipity Studio Gallery & Gifts 230 S. Phillips Ave., Suite 204, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

Looking for something special to do this weekend? Join us at The Atrium Makers Market in downtown Sioux Falls, SD! Explore a vibrant indoor market filled with handmade goods, stunning art pieces, and one-of-a-kind treasures crafted by local artists and crafters.  Every Weekend Beautiful Shriver Square's Atrium, Downtown, Sioux Falls, SD  What You’ll Find: Handmade jewelry, pottery, [...]

Frost Fest Art Market

Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United States

Embrace the magic of winter and discover one-of-a-kind treasures at the Frost Fest Art Market! This vibrant event brings together talented local artisans, makers, and designers to showcase their handcrafted creations. From cozy textiles to stunning ceramics, original paintings to intricate jewelry, there’s something special for everyone. Stroll through a curated selection of booths filled [...]

Jackson Holte with Special Guest Lacy Hotchkiss

The Matthews Opera House – Theatre 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States

The Matthews and Queen City Songwriters are thrilled to bring you Jackson Holte, one of the standout artists from last year’s Queen City Songwriters Invitational, joined by Lacy Hotchkiss for a special performance on Saturday, February 15, 2025. About the Artists: Jackson Holte Montana native Jackson Holte delivers soulful Americana music that captures the rugged beauty of the western landscape and the human [...]

The Premiere Playwriting Program: World Premiere Plays’ Public Talk-Back Session

Orpheum Theater Center 315 N Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

After last summer's Festival of New Plays, the Sioux Empire Community Theatre will bring their two finalist selections to full production for the cultural enrichment of audiences.  In addition, they invite the public to a free talk-back session with scholars involved in the development of locally written works.Scholars:  Jen Luke, Oliver Mayes, Casey Paradies, Mikennah [...]

Event Series More Than Marching

More Than Marching

Lemmon Legion Club 1st Avenue West, Lemmon, S, United States

"More Than Marching" a western dance series for Military and military connected individuals along with their families and community members.   “Hosting dance events open to the public at the local Legion club fosters a sense of community and belonging. It provides an inclusive space where veterans can interact with neighbors, bridging the gap between [...]

Imagined Horizons

Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United States

Featuring Hot Springs painter, Gayle Tescher, this exhibition will be on display in the Bruce H. Lien Cultural Café & Gallery from November 7 to December 30, 2024. Admission is free. After retiring from the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs in 2009, Tescher returned to her love of art, a passion that began in [...]

2025 South Dakota Governor’s Conference on Tourism

Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center 920 West Sioux Avenue, Pierre, SD, United States

What's your favorite part of January? If you're like us, it's the annual South Dakota Governor's Conference on Tourism. Attendees from across South Dakota and the United States come eager to network and learn about what’s new. At Travel South Dakota, we especially look forward to getting together with all the new and returning industry members [...]

Spark! Places of Innovation

Great Plains Art Institute 381 East 3rd Street, Mission, SD, United States

In May 2024, the Smithsonian Institution began making its way across South Dakota. The vehicle for this adventure was a Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition tour, Spark! Places of Innovation, highlighting how innovation has shaped small towns across the nation. The exhibition, examining the ingenuity and tenacity of rural America, will end its road trip at [...]

Deborah Mitchell, Flower and Flame Exhibition

Black Hills State University University Boulevard, Spearfish, SD, United States

The Ruddell Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibition, Flower and Flame, featuring the work of artist Deborah Mitchell. The exhibition will run from January 20 to February 27, with an artist reception scheduled for Thursday January 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Artist Deborah Mitchell’s exhibition, Flower and Flame, emerged […]

Free
Event Series The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

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 [...]

Dave Martinson’s Big Band Concert and Chocolate Tasting

Sturgis Community Center Theater Lazelle Street, Sturgis, SD, United States

Get your calendar out and save the afternoon of Sunday, February 16th for the Big Band Concert along with our annual Chocolate Tasting event. The Band, under the direction of David Martinson, is presenting another wonderful big band concert that afternoon. In addition, during intermission, you can enjoy the yummy taste of homemade chocolate delights […]

$10 – $20

Imagined Horizons

Dahl Arts Center 713 7th St, Rapid City, SD, United States

Featuring Hot Springs painter, Gayle Tescher, this exhibition will be on display in the Bruce H. Lien Cultural Café & Gallery from November 7 to December 30, 2024. Admission is free. After retiring from the South Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs in 2009, Tescher returned to her love of art, a passion that began in [...]

2025 South Dakota Governor’s Conference on Tourism

Ramkota Hotel & Conference Center 920 West Sioux Avenue, Pierre, SD, United States

What's your favorite part of January? If you're like us, it's the annual South Dakota Governor's Conference on Tourism. Attendees from across South Dakota and the United States come eager to network and learn about what’s new. At Travel South Dakota, we especially look forward to getting together with all the new and returning industry members [...]

Spark! Places of Innovation

Great Plains Art Institute 381 East 3rd Street, Mission, SD, United States

In May 2024, the Smithsonian Institution began making its way across South Dakota. The vehicle for this adventure was a Museum on Main Street traveling exhibition tour, Spark! Places of Innovation, highlighting how innovation has shaped small towns across the nation. The exhibition, examining the ingenuity and tenacity of rural America, will end its road trip at [...]

Deborah Mitchell, Flower and Flame Exhibition

Black Hills State University University Boulevard, Spearfish, SD, United States

The Ruddell Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of its newest exhibition, Flower and Flame, featuring the work of artist Deborah Mitchell. The exhibition will run from January 20 to February 27, with an artist reception scheduled for Thursday January 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Artist Deborah Mitchell’s exhibition, Flower and Flame, emerged [...]

Free
Event Series The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition

The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United States

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 [...]

39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition

John A Day Gallery East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, United States

Event Contact: 0Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event Locator: 2025-ACCPDD39th Annual Stilwel Student Awards Exhibition showcases the visual artwork created by the University of South Dakota Department of Art Undergraduate and Graduate Students.  Klaire Lockheart, USD Department of Art Painting Alumna.  

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