The South Dakota Hall of Fame’s annual Honors Ceremony weekend not only serves as a way to celebrate the 10 newest individuals who are to be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame, but also serves as our organization's largest fundraising effort of the year.
Read MoreEarlier this month, Horizon Health Care hosted its second annual recognition event to honor employees who went above and beyond in service to their communities and patients, as well as donors who supported Horizon’s mission in providing access to affordable, high-quality health care.
Read MoreThe joy Gary Mule Deer has given others through laughter and music is coming back to him, times three.
Read MoreBruce Bad Moccasin, who grew up in Pierre and who tapped his strong intellect and determination to deliver enormous public service, will be inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame this September.
Read MoreToday, many experts are working to address mental health care in South Dakota. They're standing on the shoulders of a South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee.
Read MoreOn August 12, 2023, Paul and LaVerne Olson (both 97 years old) of Presho, South Dakota were honored with an Acts of Excellence Award at the community’s Music ‘N’ More event held at the Presho City Park.
Read MoreAdeline Gnirk, SD Hall of Fame Inductee (1987), had a love for writing and a drive to tell the collective story of the place she called home.
Read MoreWalt Bones has spent his whole life on the farm, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. Hear his SDPB interview here.
Read More“Having Hani in Rapid City has been a godsend,” said Tom Johnson, president, and CEO of Elevate Rapid City, which includes the community’s economic development arm.
Read MoreClass of 2012 Inductee Gene Lebrun (1939-2023) passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2023.
Read MoreSouth Dakota is known for its grandiose beauty and awe-inspiring sights across the state. Read more about Inductees preserving the state’s natural beauty.
Read MoreOn Saturday, July 22, 2023, South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Directors Gerry Likness and Dr. Loren Tschetter presented Montgomery Furniture with an Act of Excellence Award for its long history of business in South Dakota and its excellent service.
Read MoreWhen it is finished — which is projected to be in 2024 — the center will pay homage to the town's storied cowboy history.
Read MoreDr. Paul Gnirk was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2022 for his work as an engineer, professor, and dedicated community servant to South Dakota.
Read MoreBuilding a sense of belonging and place is crucial to someone's sense of community. Hani Shafai understands that well.
Read MoreThese speeches are now available to view online. For anyone unable to join us for the Class of 2022 Honors Ceremony, you can scroll down and watch each Inductee’s inspiring acceptance speech.
Read MoreThe South Dakota Hall of Fame Visitor & Education Center in Chamberlain (1480 S. Main) has opened an exhibit highlighting the South Dakota Hall of Fame inductees who have helped shape the American Highland Cattle Association.
Read More2008 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee Dr. James (Jim) O. Hansen passed away peacefully at the Avantara Nursing Home on July 5, 2023.
Read MoreGary Mule Deer started his music and comedy career by accident when he recited his first joke in Deadwood, South Dakota. Now, he's a well-known musician and comedian.
Read MoreLarry has been a pioneer in public media in South Dakota. Now he stands in the 2023 class of South Dakota Hall of Fame inductees.
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