The South Dakota Hall of Fame's mission is "To Champion a Culture of Excellence". Our purpose is 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.
Few individuals have contributed more to South Dakota’s cattle industry than 2024 Inductee Hugh Ingalls (1929-2025).
On Wednesday, the South Dakota Hall of Fame announced the individuals who will be inducted this year.
The South Dakota Hall of Fame honors a historical figure from Rapid City, as well as 10 new inductees.
CHAMBERLAIN — The South Dakota Hall of Fame has inducted 10 individuals and one historical figure who have championed a culture of excellence in South Dakota.
In 2025, ten remarkable individuals whose life’s work has elevated excellence in South Dakota and beyond will be formally inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame.
A man from Pierre is one of 11 people who will be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2025.
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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Our newest Podcast Episode features Judy Olson Duhamel. In the heart of South Dakota, where the values of community, education, and perseverance shine brightly, Judy Olson Duhamel has left an indelible mark.