The South Dakota Hall of Fame’s mission is “To Champion a Culture of Excellence” to Honor, Inspire, Preserve, and Educate others about the rich histories of excellence in South Dakota and beyond.
Recognizing everyday excellence throughout South Dakota. Learn more about the individuals and organizations who are championing excellence every day in South Dakota.
Each year, up to ten outstanding South Dakotans are inducted into the Hall of Fame for their achievements that inspire our youth, lead the generations and build our future.
A one-of-a-kind collection of South Dakota Champions. Visit our website to get to know the over 792 Inductees through video, audio, interactive games, and photos.
Our educational program tells the inspiring stories of South Dakota’s Champions for Excellence while helping teachers fulfill curriculum requirements in core subjects with a comprehensive digital collection.
Our Visitor & Education Center in Chamberlain, South Dakota is an inspiration of interactive and hands-on exhibits highlighting the Champions and our state’s excellence. Open year round.
Jim Entenman, a true icon in the South Dakota and national motorcycling scene, has been fueling his passion for over 45 years.
Your support will help us champion excellence like never before. Hear from CEO Laurie Becvar as she shares how you can help make a difference.
As we continue to foster a culture of excellence, we’ve seen time and again how community engagement transforms lives.
Former three-term U.S. Senator and five-term U.S. Representative Tim Johnson passed away Tuesday, October 8 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota at the age of 77.
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Dr. Robert Arnio was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2023 for his work improving access to mental health services and changing lives in South Dakota.
'Dirty Jobs' star, skilled trade advocate praises scholarship program as a national leader.
Through your charitable donations, we are able to elevate the achievements of excellence in South Dakota, and keep numbers like these on the rise. Be a part of the impact and champion a culture of excellence—give today.
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Gary Conradi recently joined South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Steve Flanery to discuss his legacy and contributions to the state he loves.