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.
Reflect on the lives of extraordinary individuals inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame who are no longer with us.
Clyde Fredrickson shows the SDPB crew a view they can’t find with two feet on the ground.
The South Dakota Hall of Fame (SDHoF) had an inspiring 2024, championing a culture of excellence and honoring individuals whose legacies shape our great state
Join the South Dakota Hall of Fame in honoring departing Board Directors as well as welcoming new directors who will be joining our Board in 2025.
We are excited to once again participate in this year’s Day of Giving, hosted by South Dakota Gives on December 3.
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.
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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Jim Entenman joined 2021 Inductee, friend, and nominator Angela Kennecke to discuss his life and legacy in this newest podcast episode.