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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

Wayfinder

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

​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 [...]

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 […]

Dazzling Dakota: The Artwork of Mecca Rutherford

Augustana University 2001 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

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 [...]

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.  

Women Workers at Mount Rushmore During the Carving Years

Canyon Lake Activity Center Canyon Lake Drive, Rapid City, SD, United States

Yes, there were women working at Mount Rushmore during this time, but what did these women do? Kirkpatrick’s presentation answers this question. Scholar: Jeanie Kirkpatrick Sponsored by: Black Hills Retired School Personnel For more information, contact: Vicki Sterling

Event Series Make-n-Take Tuesdays

Make-n-Take Tuesdays

Children's Museum 4th Street, Brookings, South Dakota, United States

All 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 Matthews Artist Collective

The Matthews Art Gallery 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United States

he MAC is a group of artists dedicated to expanding collaboration, support, and community engagement within the Matthews. It is open to all artists, regardless of medium (visual arts, performance, music, etc.), and it is committed to collaboration. Meetings will be held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 5:30 in the Studio at [...]

Artist Toolkit: Time Management and Goal Setting

The Underground Venue at Rehfelds Modern North Phillips Avenue, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States

The Watering Can is excited to present a new series of FREE workshops for artists! The Artist Toolkit for Success: Business skills to set you apart. Second Tuesday of the month, from 6:30-8:00 PM Held at The Underground by Rehfelds. Led by artists Alex Lunstra and Julie Dent, and business coach, Claudia Dail. February Topic: [...]

Woodshed Duo

Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States

www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #siouxfalls

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

Wayfinder

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

​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 [...]

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