The Speech Communication Association of South Dakota is committed to the advancement of civic engagement and the public sphere within South Dakota. The organization is primarily made up of educators of speech, communication, and theatre in the high schools and universities throughout South Dakota. The executive board of the Speech Communication Association of South Dakota [...]
As the state’s preeminent arts organization, the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra is nationally recognized as a driver for how an orchestra engages with its community. Founded in 1922 at Augustana University, the SDSO is now a fully professional 75-member orchestra with a history of performing in towns throughout South Dakota. The SDSO’s 10 subscription concerts [...]
The De Smet Arts Council is presenting the De Smet Area Concert Series. The membership tickets for the 2022 Concert Series are on sale now! Seasonal membership tickets are limited and cost $60 each. Membership ticket holders will be able to attend each concert. A limited amount of individual tickets go for sell 2 weeks prior [...]
Spark Studio is designed to ignite creativity and imagination through hands-on exploration, including sensory experiences. Join us in our First Floor Art Studio for a facilitated creative session that encourages young artists to experiment with materials, explore textures, sounds, and colors, and discover the joy of making. Spark Studio is the perfect place to unleash [...]
This year we will be offering student workshops on Saturday, April 12th from 9-12 at the ARCC in Aberdeen for all students. This will be happening while the ArtWars championships are going on, so that you can bring additional students to state and they can also be creating some art that morning. At the moment, we [...]
What: Israel Davis Helen Van Zante Visiting Artist Lecture When: Thurs, Apr 10, 2025 / 7pm Where: South Dakota Art Museum Auditorium (lower level) This event is free and open to the public. Artist Bio: Israel “Izzy” Davis is an artist whose work is concerned with dreams, dreaming, wanderlust, relationships, and particulars. It is an [...]
Book, music and lyrics by Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey "Grease" the musical is revving up for a sensational performance that will transport you back to the 1950s, with toe-tapping tunes and a whirlwind romance between Danny and Sandy. Don’t miss the chance to relive the rock 'n' roll magic and vibrant charm of Rydell [...]
Join us for Poetry on the Road in Sisseton. 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 and [...]
Join the Art Museum for a Watercolor workshop with artist Tim Peterson. Peterson will demonstrate his approach and guide you through your own watercolor painting. Sunday, April 6 from 2pm-5pm. All supplies will be provided. The cost for the workshop is $35.00. Membership Discount applies. Please call the museum at 605-688-5423 for discount code. Reserve [...]
The Arts Education Institute (AEI) offers an educational and fun-filled week of learning to infuse the arts into classrooms and curriculum development. You DO NOT need to be an educator to attend AEI, we encourage everyone to attend. This year, you can take up to two two-day workshops. July 14-17, 2025, on the NSU Campus, Aberdeen. With 17 [...]
Spring Gnomes Workshop 
