Arts South Dakota

Exhibition on view: The Beauty of the Mundane: Paintings by Mike Murray
2025-11-12 - 2025-12-10 | Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University, 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls, 57197, United States
Mike Murray presents a large body of paintings, created in oil paint and cold wax, that invite viewers to reconsider the overlooked landscapes of daily life.

Bright Star
2025-11-21 19:30 - 2025-12-07 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Wayne S. Knutson Theatre, Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts 414 E. Clark St. Vermillion SD 57069, Vermillion, 57069, United States
Bright Star takes us to the hills of Appalachia in the 1920s and 1940s. Based on an unbelievable but true story, the musical follows the interconnected lives of Alice, the spirited editor of a literary magazine, and Billy, a soldier returning from World War II. Steve Martin’s beautiful story is woven together with a folk and bluegrass score composed by Edie Brickel that is sure to have you tapping your toes on your way out of the theatre.

November 21 – 22 @ 7:30 p.m.
November 23 @ 2 p.m.
December 4 – 6 @ 7.30 p.m.
December 7 @ 2 p.m.

Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane
2025-11-30 - 2025-12-01, 2025-12-01 - 2025-12-02, 2025-12-02 - 2025-12-03, 2025-12-03 - 2025-12-04 | The Journey Museum, 222 New York St, Rapid City, SD, United States
The Journey Museum is pleased to announce the opening of an exciting new art exhibition, Journeys to the Edge: The Artistic Legacy of Waud, Burns, and Crane, on August 23rd, 2025 in our Contemporary Gallery. This exhibition is included with regular museum admission and will be on display through April 4th, 2026.
Journeys to the Edge explores the artistic legacy, family connection, and the enduring power of place. This unique exhibition brings together the works of three artists: Alfred R. Waud, Milton J. Burns, and Jon Crane.

Shifted Perspective
2025-12-01, 2025-12-02, 2025-12-03 | ARCC Gallery, 225 3rd Ave SE, Aberdeen, 57401, United States

Calling for entries into the Dakota MasterWorks Art Show
2025-12-01 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-02 09:00 - 15:00, 2025-12-03 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | South Dakota Health Care Association Office, 804 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, 57104, United States
🎨 Calling All South Dakota Artists Age 60+! 🎨
We’re excited to announce the 28th Annual Dakota MasterWorks Art Show, a celebration of creativity and talent in South Dakota’s older adults!
If you’re age 60 or older, we invite you to showcase your artistic talents in one or more of the following categories:
• Oils
• Acrylics
• Watercolors
• Drawing/Pastels/Scratchboard
• Photography
• Mixed Media
• Creative Woodworking
Entry Dates:
October 6–10, 2025
Entries accepted between 9 AM – 3 PM at:
South Dakota Health Care Association Office
804 N Western Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Entry forms and criteria available at:
www.sdhca.org/dakota-masterworks
https://www.sdhca.org/dakota-masterworks

Read The Room: BFA Graduation Exhibition
2025-12-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-03 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | John A Day Gallery, East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, 57069, United States
Read The Room features the works of BFA Students, Nora O’Malley, Painting, Keegan Reinier, Sculpture, and Grace Frizzell, Sculpture.

NSU Art Department presents: Eli Kessler Exhibition, “Looking More or Less Like Some Thing”
2025-12-01 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-02 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-03 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Johnson Fine Arts Gallery 202
Event Locator: 2025-ACFXSA
Eli Kessler’s solo exhibition, “Looking More or Less Like Some Thing,” is presented in conjunction with the SDAEA/CAA Conference hosted by NSU. Opening reception is scheduled for Friday, October 10 from 6:00-8:00pm.

Free Holiday Movie Series - Elf
2025-12-01 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Coyote Twin Theater, 10 E Main St,, Vermillion, 57069, United States
“DID YOU HEAR THAT?”
Join us for the first movie in our Free Holiday Movie Series with a free community screening of Elf. Follow Buddy the Elf as he travels from the North Pole to New York City in search of family, Christmas spirit, and plenty of syrup. It is the perfect way to start the holiday season with laughter and warmth. Our generous sponsor for the evening is Cow & Spoon! Bring your friends and enjoy a festive night at the movies.
Admission: Free
Time: Monday, December 1 | 7 pm
Location: Coyote Twin Theater

Nordic Yule Market
2025-12-02, 2025-12-03 | South Dakota Art Museum, 1036 Medary Ave, Brookings, SD, United States
Step into the magic of the season at our Nordic Yule Market, open October 11 – January 10 at the South Dakota Art Museum Shop! Inspired by traditional Nordic and German holiday markets, this festive shopping experience features:
• Handcrafted gifts from Nordic and local artists (50 new vendors!)
• Special events including live music, sip & shop, and family-friendly activities
• A cozy reading corner
• Meet & greets with your favorite characters
• Free gift wrapping on select days
Every purchase supports museum exhibitions and programming—thank you for making a difference with your holiday shopping!
Mark your calendars for extra-special dates:
• Nov. 20–22: Gifting for Good Holiday Sale (with area cultural institution stores!)
• Dec. 4: Sip & Shop with Nordic band Project Constellation & free gift wrapping
• December 13, 10 – 12: Meet Anna and Elsa at Community Art Day!
• Open until 7 on Thursday’s in November and December
Follow us on social media for updates, sneak peeks, and event details!
Event Dates/Times:
Open October 11th – January 10th
• Saturday’s 10 – 4
• Sunday’s 12 – 4
• Monday – Friday’s 10 – 5
• Open until 7 on Thursdays in November and December
• Open until 8 on Friday, October 24th
Closure dates:
• October 13th
• November 11th
• November 27th
• November 28th
• December 25th
• December 26th
• January 1st
• January 4th

Percussion Methods
2025-12-02 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301
Event Locator: 2025-ACGLCW
Percussion methods class

Make-n-Take Tuesdays
2025-12-02 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Children’s Museum, 4th Street, Brookings, South Dakota, 57006, 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 every time. Come create something unique to take home and enjoy!

The Writer's Study
2025-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Full Circle Book Co-op, 123 W 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
Writers in the area, come one, come all! Meet up for prompts, sharing, feedback, classes, and more!
Every Tuesday at 6pm!

Arlinda Peacock
2025-12-02 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Trio Jazz Club, 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United States
https://www.triojazzclub.com
#fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #siouxfalls #livemusic

USD Composition Studio Recital
2025-12-02 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Campus Wide Fine Arts, East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, 57069, United States
Event Contact: Dr. Paul LombardiContact Email: Paul.Lombardi@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583466Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACGLAX
Composition students of Dr. Paul Lombardi present their fall recital in Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere in this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.

Student Winter Showcase
2025-12-02 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301
Event Locator: 2025-ACGKBH
NSU School of Fine Arts Student Showcase

Read the Room-BFA Graduation Show
2025-12-03 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | John A Day Gallery, East Clark Street, Vermillion, South Dakota, 57069, United States
Event Contact: uag@usd.eduContact Email: amy.fill@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583437Event URL: https://www.facebook.com/usdartgalleriesEvent Locator: 2025-ACGLSH
Read the Room: BFA Graduation Show features the creative work of Graduating Department of Art Students, Nora O'Malley, Painting, Keegan Reinier, Sculpture, and Grace Frizzell, Sculpture. Free and open to the Public

Interview for Music Professor
2025-12-03 12:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Johnson Fine Arts Music Ed Classroom 176
Event Locator: 2025-ACGNNG
Interview for Music Professor

Booked for Crafting: Upcycled Book Christmas Craft Night
2025-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Denver) | Rawlins Municipal Library, East Church Street, Pierre, South Dakota, 57501, United States
Booked for Crafting: Upcycled Book Christmas Craft Night Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Rawlins Library Join us for a festive evening of creativity! Create an upcycled winter decoration using old books and craft materials.
