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ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA UPCOMING EVENTS
The Governor’s Student Art Exhibition
The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United StatesGovernor 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 [...]
Exhibition on view: Hola Daniela, HomeTown: Gracie Rothering (’22)
Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls, United StatesPhotography and photomontage by alumna Gracie Rothering from her MFA graduate thesis and ongoing series.
Humanities Café – Bubbles, Fractures, & Coping with a Divided Nation: A Conversation with Tania Israel
VIRTUAL EVENTCounseling psychologist and author, Tania Israel, join SDHC to talk about her latest book, “Facing the Fracture: How to Navigate the Challenges of Living in a Divided Nation,” including a discussion about the importance of going beyond conversation to foster meaningful engagement and a healthy well-being in today’s society.Scholar: Tania IsraelLink: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81487809271?pwd=se8TFuyNaaJKbUoA7oWisuWyaz01Jc.1Sponsored By: South Dakota Humanities [...]
“The Cost of Free Land” Book Discussion
Grace Balloch Memorial Library, 625 N 5th St, SpearfishIn this 2025 One Book South Dakota, award-winning author Rebecca Clarren investigates the entangled history of her Jewish ancestors’ land in South Dakota and the Lakota, who were forced off that land by the United States government.Sponsored by: Grace Balloch Memorial LibraryFor more information, contact: Amber Wilde <a.wilde@spearfish.gov>
The Film Festival
Sioux Falls State Theatre 316 S Phillips Ave, Sioux Falls, United StatesJoin us in making films more inclusive and representative at our second annual #TheFilmFestival. The Film Festival is South Dakota’s first-ever local film festival created by people with disabilities, for people with disabilities. We are proud to provide a platform that celebrates the creativity, talent, and voices of individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. We [...]
Chorus rehearsal
Performing Arts Center 601 Columbus St, Rapid City, SD, United Statesoff-shoot
Ipso Gallery at Fresh Produce North Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, S, United Statessee the everyday for the first time intricate details and evocative colors take you through an adventure of commonplace objects–electrical sockets, pansies, and spools of wire–in off-shoot. erin wohletz’s work explores the meandrous realms of complexity that lie within our cultural delineators. Opening Reception Friday, August 8 6:00-8:00pm Ipso Gallery at Fresh Produce 400 N. Main [...]
50th Annual Fine Art Exhibition
Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United StatesThe Governor’s Student Art Exhibition
The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United StatesGovernor 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 [...]
Exhibition on view: Hola Daniela, HomeTown: Gracie Rothering (’22)
Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University 2120 S Grange Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57197, Sioux Falls, United StatesPhotography and photomontage by alumna Gracie Rothering from her MFA graduate thesis and ongoing series.
Community Art Show Opening Reception
The Matthews Art Gallery 612 Main St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesFrom fridge art to fine art this is one of the most expansive exhibits The Matthews has to offer! Come celebrate the amazing creative voices that make our region shine! The Community Art Show features a joyful mix of work from artists of all ages, styles, and experience levels—from first-time exhibitors to seasoned professionals. Be [...]
Allison Mickelson Cabaret
Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United Stateshttps://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #siouxfalls #livemusic
Allison Mickelson Cabaret
Trio Jazz Club 340 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD, United Stateshttps://www.triojazzclub.com #fellowshipjazzcenter #triojazzclub #siouxfalls #livemusic
off-shoot
Ipso Gallery at Fresh Produce North Main Avenue, Sioux Falls, S, United Statessee the everyday for the first time intricate details and evocative colors take you through an adventure of commonplace objects–electrical sockets, pansies, and spools of wire–in off-shoot. erin wohletz’s work explores the meandrous realms of complexity that lie within our cultural delineators. Opening Reception Friday, August 8 6:00-8:00pm Ipso Gallery at Fresh Produce 400 N. Main [...]
50th Annual Fine Art Exhibition
Brookings Arts Council 524 4th St, Brookings, SD, United StatesThe Governor’s Student Art Exhibition
The South Dakota State Capitol East Capitol Avenue, Pierre, South Dakota, United StatesGovernor 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 [...]
Book Signing with Robert H. Bordeaux
Henry's Books 111 E Hudson St, Spearfish, SD, United StatesSpearfish poet Robert H. Bordeaux joins us at Henry’s Books on Saturday, September 20 for a signing of his latest collection, "Prairie Bones" from noon to 2 pm. "Prairie Bones" is a collection of poems about reconnecting with Lakota kin, culture, and learning what it means to stand alongside all the relatives of this land [...]
“The Cost of Free Land” Book Discussion
Custer County Library, 447 Crook St #4, Custer Crook Street, Custer, South Dakota, United StatesIn this 2025 One Book South Dakota, award-winning author Rebecca Clarren investigates the entangled history of her Jewish ancestors’ land in South Dakota and the Lakota, who were forced off that land by the United States government.Scholar: Kate MeadowsSponsored by: Custer County LibraryFor more information, contact: Sarah Myers <smyers@custercountysd.com>
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show – Sioux Falls, SD
Sheraton Sioux Falls 1211 N West Ave, Sioux Falls, United StatesThe Dinner Detective is an interactive true crime mystery show set in the present day and based on real cold cases. Feast on a fantastic dinner, but just beware... the killer is hiding somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect. Our Detectives proceed to interrogate everyone in attendance and [...]