REGISTER TODAY!
South Dakota Arts Conference
& Arts Leadership Institute Pre-Conference
April 24 & 25, 2026
Rapid City, SD
The 2026 Arts Conference will have something for everyone, whether you’re an artist, arts organization, educator, policymaker or lover of the arts.
You’ll want to be pART of it!
Watch this page for more information.
This year, the Arts Leadership Institute Arts in Healing SD Intensive pre-conference will occur before the State Arts Conference. Join us for one or both!
South Dakota artists, arts advocates, administrators, art lovers, policymakers as well as community and state leaders who recognize the value of our cultural heritage will join together for the Arts Leadership Institute pre-conference & State Arts Conference scheduled for April 24 & 25 in downtown Rapid City.
Hosted by the South Dakota Arts Council & Arts South Dakota, the biennial State Arts Conference will bring a halo of creativity to the Black Hills.
Donors/Members of Arts South Dakota receive reduced pricing to our events & never pay outside processing fees. Join today and enjoy the benefits!
Please contact Shari Kosel with any questions.
Refund requests will be accepted until 2 weeks before the conference.
Conference hosts:
- Hyatt Place Rapid City/Downtown (<0.1 mi): A modern hotel walking distance to downtown dining and shopping.
- The Rushmore Hotel & Suites, BW Premier Collection (0.2 mi): A contemporary hotel often listed as a top choice for its proximity to downtown amenities.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Rapid City Downtown Convention Center (0.5 mi): Located nearby, offering on-site dining and a convention center.
- Elevation Inn & Suites (0.7 mi): A popular, highly-rated option just outside the immediate downtown hustle.
Hotel Alex Johnson BLOCK:
Reserve your room today:
Most rooms are sold out.
Call 605-342-1210 to be added to the waitlist.
Pre-Conference Friday, April 24
Arts Leadership Institute
Arts in Healing SD Intensive
6:30-9:00 PM
Opening Reception for pre-conference & conference attendees
Conference Saturday, April 25
Registration closes April 17!
The South Dakota State Arts Conference is sponsored by Arts South Dakota and the South Dakota Arts Council. South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Arts South Dakota believes all individuals and communities deserve meaningful artistic experiences. The goal should be full inclusion of all people in all arts and humanities programs and facilities.
For the State Arts Conference, Arts South Dakota can provide, upon request, alternative formats, auxiliary aids, and services necessary for all individuals to participate in all programs and services provided throughout the conference. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Arts South Dakota will honor requests for reasonable accommodations made by individuals with disabilities. Requests can be served more effectively if notice is provided at least 10 days before the event. Direct accommodation requests to info@artssouthdakota.org.
