The South Dakota Hall of Fame’s mission is to Champion a Culture of Excellence and the SD Hall of Fame lives out its mission through its programming, including the Acts of Excellence Program.
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Ryan McFarland was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2021 for the impact he has had on children, in and out of the classroom and across the world, with his invention of the Strider bike.
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We are ready to inspire you to champion a culture of excellence during your next trip through South Dakota.
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On May 3, 2023, South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director Gerry Likness and Chief Executive Officer Laurie Becvar presented an Act of Excellence award to the board of directors of the Stavig House Museum for their historical venue.
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We have so many exciting things coming up in 2023 at the South Dakota Hall of Fame! Read all about it here.
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There are so many wonderful moments that occur at our Honors Ceremony weekends–from fantastic speeches to beautiful cultural moments. Take a look back on some memorable moments with us.
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The South Dakota Hall of Fame’s Visitor & Education Center is excited to offer artists state wide the opportunity to participate in our 2023 art show, promoting artistic excellence in South Dakota.
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Did you know that March is National Disabilities Awareness Month? We are honored to share the legacies of a diverse group of Inductees.
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February 28th is National Science Day, and we love the opportunity to share some of the amazing Inductees here at the South Dakota Hall of Fame who have made a huge impact in STEM across the state.
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Former U.S. Senator James Abourezk has died. He was born on February 24, 1931, at home in Wood, South Dakota, and died on February 24, 2023, at home in Sioux Falls, SD.
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Our stories shape our legacies and form bridges between generations. Every single South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee has a story to tell. But some inductees have shaped their lives around the art of storytelling in its many forms.
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it is our mission to champion a culture of excellence with the hope that we will inspire future leaders across the state. So what does it mean to be a champion of excellence in South Dakota?
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In 2022, we were saddened by the loss of some extraordinary individuals who have been inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame. They lived inspiring lives that exemplified excellence, and we feel truly honored to acknowledge and share their legacies with you here.
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