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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 […]
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 […]
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-358-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/special-exhibitionsEvent Locator: 2024-ACABQBFor over 600 years, stringed keyboard instruments have served as repositories for human imagination, science, technology, craft, artistry, and music. They are admired for their stature – and oftentimes stunning beauty – alongside their ability to play both melody and harmony. Keyboard innovation […]
Merry & Bright is a vibrant new art exhibit that captures the essence of the holiday season through the eyes of our talented local artists. Featuring a dazzling array of colorful paintings, playful photographs, and intricate crafts, this exhibit invites visitors to immerse themselves in the joy and warmth of the holidays. Each piece reflects […]
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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 […]
Merry & Bright is a vibrant new art exhibit that captures the essence of the holiday season through the eyes of our talented local artists. Featuring a dazzling array of colorful paintings, playful photographs, and intricate crafts, this exhibit invites visitors to immerse themselves in the joy and warmth of the holidays. Each piece reflects […]
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 […]
Merry & Bright is a vibrant new art exhibit that captures the essence of the holiday season through the eyes of our talented local artists. Featuring a dazzling array of colorful paintings, playful photographs, and intricate crafts, this exhibit invites visitors to immerse themselves in the joy and warmth of the holidays. Each piece reflects […]
Tanya Grassel-Krietlow, FAST Coordinator for the South Dakota Network Against Family Violence & Sexual Assault and SDHC Board Member, and Lily Mendoza, 2024 Bush Fellow and Founder of the Red Ribbon Skirt Society, join SDHC to talk about implementation of the Justice Department’s new program to combat the MMIP crisis and the action needed to […]
Armchair Travelers are heading into the new year with a different focus. Instead of sending lists of books, we are focusing on authors. On Thursday, January 2nd, we will discuss authors who write in a humorous vein. Suggested authors are James Thurber, Mark Twain, Dorothy Rosby, and Garrison Keiller. The above are simply suggestions, if […]
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 […]
Merry & Bright is a vibrant new art exhibit that captures the essence of the holiday season through the eyes of our talented local artists. Featuring a dazzling array of colorful paintings, playful photographs, and intricate crafts, this exhibit invites visitors to immerse themselves in the joy and warmth of the holidays. Each piece reflects […]
Join us for an unique opportunity to meet a few of our wonderful artists and see more of their work. Featured artists will be set up around the building showing new and warehoused artwork of their own making. Happening during Downtown Sioux Falls First Friday, stop into the studio and check this out.
Exhibit open December 13 – June 8, 2025 This exhibition is inspired by a life-changing experience John had 48 years ago. In a small café, he spent seven hours with the artist Hugh Kappel, sharing deep conversations about art while enjoying slices of apple pie. That unforgettable exchange shaped John’s perspective on creativity and the […]
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 […]
Merry & Bright is a vibrant new art exhibit that captures the essence of the holiday season through the eyes of our talented local artists. Featuring a dazzling array of colorful paintings, playful photographs, and intricate crafts, this exhibit invites visitors to immerse themselves in the joy and warmth of the holidays. Each piece reflects […]
Ring in the New Year with the National Music Museum! The National Music Museum (NMM) in Vermillion, SD, will be ringing in the new year during its January 4th Discovery Saturday activities. Visitors will get the opportunity to participate in introductory gamelan sessions at 11:30 and 2:30 that day, as well as learn about the […]
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 6056583450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/Event Locator: 2024-ACCMTKThe National Music Museum (NMM) in Vermillion, SD, will be ringing in the new year during its January 4th Discovery Saturday activities. Visitors will get the opportunity to participate in introductory gamelan sessions at 11:30 and 2:30 that day, as well as learn […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Register for the Teen/Tween Crotchet Club starting January 7th! During this session of Crochet Club, we will learn the foundation of crocheting, the chain stitch. Crochet supplies will be provided. This is a new program designed for kids age 10 and up. Limit of 10 participants. Call the library 605-773-7421 to register or register online at […]
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 […]
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 […]
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into […]
WHO: You! WHAT: Free lecture as part of the Monthly Bellman Brown Bag Series WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater WHEN: Wednesday, January 8th at noon WHY: To explore ideas, history, literature, art, and culture HOW: BYOB-Bring your own bite-to-eat, take a seat, and enjoy entertainment for an hour while you devour Step into the vibrant history of the Old West with […]
Grant Writing Sandbox, monthly on the second Wednesday from 6-8 PM! A collaborative and dynamic workspace for grant writers in Sioux Falls to connect, share ideas, and explore partnerships. This is not an accountability group with rigid structure, but rather a creative space to think through projects, exchange feedback, and discover new opportunities. Whether you're […]
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 […]
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all. This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into […]
How do the arts bring people together, foster understanding, and create more vibrant, equitable communities? According to the 2023 Americans Speak Out About the Arts report, 72% of Americans agree that arts and culture events provide safe spaces for sharing diverse ideas, and 39% report changing their opinions based on an arts experience. Join us […]
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 […]
Event Contact: National Music MuseumContact Email: nmm@usd.eduContact Phone: 605-658-3450Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/0204266d-48b2-48ac-a6ac-215b8ee6ba9fEvent Locator: 2024-ACBJMAFormed in 2016, the White Spruce Chamber Players believe chamber music’s stuffy reputation is undeserved and aim to provide Sioux Falls and the surrounding area with approachable, high-quality chamber music. Named for the State Tree of South Dakota, the White Spruce Chamber Players […]
We had so much fun with last year's clarinet trios that we decided to do it again! This year, we are featuring the Horovitz Clarinet Sonata and trios for clarinet, cello, and piano by Louise Farrenc, Paquito d'Rivera, and North Dakota composer Jonas Fisher. We will have three performances of our midwinter concert: Friday, January […]
Note: This event takes place at 1:00 pm Mountain Time.Poetry on the Road returns for another year! South Dakota’s State Poet Laureate, Bruce Roseland, along with other South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS) member poets and special guests, will be visiting towns across South Dakota monthly through April 2025. At each location, SDSPS members will […]
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 […]
Creatures Big & Small "Creatures Big and Small" is an immersive art exhibition that explores the vast spectrum of animals, real and imagined, that inhabit our world — from the tiniest insects to the most colossal beasts. Highlighting the interconnectedness of life on Earth, our collective imagination, and the urgent need to protect the biodiversity […]
Join us for Poetry on the Road in Belle Fourche. Poetry on the Road is a series of two-hour events held throughout South Dakota to help foster the creation and appreciation of poetry. The gatherings are supported by the South Dakota State Poetry Society (SDSPS), the South Dakota Humanities Council and many local sponsors. Free […]
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 […]
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 […]
The SDSU School of Design is pleased to announce its new alumni gallery exhibit “Now and Then” displayed in the Ritz Gallery in Grove Hall on the campus of South Dakota State University. The solo exhibition features the work of art educator Michael Aasness, who is the 6-12 Art Instructor at Sioux Valley School District in Volga, SD. […]
Event Contact: Dr. Alessandra FerisContact Email: Alessandra.Feris@usd.eduContact Phone: 605 658 3479Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusicEvent Locator: 2025-ACCNMZMarcus Klassen invites you to his senior piano recital, in Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no […]
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 […]
The SDSU School of Design is pleased to announce its new alumni gallery exhibit “Now and Then” displayed in the Ritz Gallery in Grove Hall on the campus of South Dakota State University. The solo exhibition features the work of art educator Michael Aasness, who is the 6-12 Art Instructor at Sioux Valley School District in Volga, SD. […]
January 14, 2025 3:00-4:15 PM ET Join our conversation about the benefits of the arts on mental health with experts from the field including Stacie Aamon Yeldell, Amontra; Bryce Kessler, The Well; and Noni Ford, Georgetown University.
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 […]
This will be the first meeting of the Matthews Artist Collective. At this meeting, we will discuss some of the dynamics of this group and how it can provide opportunities for local artists to network and keep their creative passion and growth. A basic outline of the Collective’s structure has been posted on our website […]
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 […]
The SDSU School of Design is pleased to announce its new alumni gallery exhibit “Now and Then” displayed in the Ritz Gallery in Grove Hall on the campus of South Dakota State University. The solo exhibition features the work of art educator Michael Aasness, who is the 6-12 Art Instructor at Sioux Valley School District in Volga, SD. […]
Creatures Big & Small "Creatures Big and Small" is an immersive art exhibition that explores the vast spectrum of animals, real and imagined, that inhabit our world — from the tiniest insects to the most colossal beasts. Highlighting the interconnectedness of life on Earth, our collective imagination, and the urgent need to protect the biodiversity […]
WHO: ACTORS WHAT: Auditions for HARVEY WHERE: Matthews Opera House Theater 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish WHEN: Tuesday, January 14 and Wednesday, January 15 from 6-8 pm WHY: Because everyone should be able to play pretend HOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to read with other participants from sections of the script previously […]
WHO: Theater at the Matthews is heating up and we want you to be a part of it! WHAT: Auditions Getting Our Acts Together WHERE: Matthews Opera House, 612 N. Main Street, Spearfish WHEN: January 14 & 15th, 6-8 pm WHY: Community, Connection, and Creativity? Why NOT? HOW: No experience necessary! You will be asked to […]
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 […]
The SDSU School of Design is pleased to announce its new alumni gallery exhibit “Now and Then” displayed in the Ritz Gallery in Grove Hall on the campus of South Dakota State University. The solo exhibition features the work of art educator Michael Aasness, who is the 6-12 Art Instructor at Sioux Valley School District in Volga, SD. […]
Creatures Big & Small "Creatures Big and Small" is an immersive art exhibition that explores the vast spectrum of animals, real and imagined, that inhabit our world — from the tiniest insects to the most colossal beasts. Highlighting the interconnectedness of life on Earth, our collective imagination, and the urgent need to protect the biodiversity […]
David Adler, renowned Constitutional scholar, columnist, and President of the Alturas Institute, joins SDHC to talk about current issues and Constitutional law. Scholar: David AdlerLink: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85001125966?pwd=c1B3NnhQK1AzUVhBQVFTcE1QTVdGUT09Sponsored By: South Dakota Humanities CouncilPlease let us know what you thought of the program!https://sdhumanities.wufoo.com/forms/r10zvgvg124kfm2/
Join SDPB at the Matthews Opera House for the Black Hills screening of Chasing Tables, a new documentary by Justin Bergh. Chasing Tables documents Jordan Taylor’s journey to becoming a chef and business owner. Taylor co-owns Bread & Circus, En Place Catering, Pizza Cheeks, and Perch. After studying and working in the Portland, Oregon food […]
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 […]
The SDSU School of Design is pleased to announce its new alumni gallery exhibit “Now and Then” displayed in the Ritz Gallery in Grove Hall on the campus of South Dakota State University. The solo exhibition features the work of art educator Michael Aasness, who is the 6-12 Art Instructor at Sioux Valley School District in Volga, SD. […]
Creatures Big & Small "Creatures Big and Small" is an immersive art exhibition that explores the vast spectrum of animals, real and imagined, that inhabit our world — from the tiniest insects to the most colossal beasts. Highlighting the interconnectedness of life on Earth, our collective imagination, and the urgent need to protect the biodiversity […]
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 Locator: 2024-ACAXLB Join us for the second Northern Honors Orchestra Clinic! For two days students will get the chance to work with our professors and other orchestra mentors, and conclude with a concert that is open to the public. The concert will be Saturday, January 18th at 3:00 pm in the Harvey and Cynthia […]
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 […]
The Smithsonian Institution's Museum on Main Street exhibition, SPARK! Places of Innovation, opens at the Great Plains Art Institute at Sinte Gleska University. The exhibition will be on display until March 1, 2025.Admission is free and open to the public.For more information, contact Keli Brings Three White Horses at (605) 856-8211 or Ned Day at (605) […]
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 […]
January 17, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. January 18, 2025 | 2 & 7:30 p.m. January 19, 2025 | 1 & 6:30 p.m. Mary W. Sommervold Hall COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 […]
Event Locator: 2024-ACAXLB Join us for the second Northern Honors Orchestra Clinic! For two days students will get the chance to work with our professors and other orchestra mentors, and conclude with a concert that is open to the public. The concert will be Saturday, January 18th at 3:00 pm in the Harvey and Cynthia […]
Creatures Big & Small "Creatures Big and Small" is an immersive art exhibition that explores the vast spectrum of animals, real and imagined, that inhabit our world — from the tiniest insects to the most colossal beasts. Highlighting the interconnectedness of life on Earth, our collective imagination, and the urgent need to protect the biodiversity […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
January 17, 2025 | 7:30 p.m. January 18, 2025 | 2 & 7:30 p.m. January 19, 2025 | 1 & 6:30 p.m. Mary W. Sommervold Hall COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 […]
Join us for the Chinook Days Jigsaw Puzzle Contest on January 19, 2025, at 2 PM at the historic Matthews Opera House in Spearfish, SD. This fun and casual event features two divisions: a 500-piece puzzle for teams of two and a 350-piece family puzzle where one team member must be under 10. The timed […]
