ART + DESIGN
Celebrating 10 Years
Arts South Dakota has spent a decade aiding and supporting the arts. The non-partisan, nonprofit service organization has been here to ensure the people and organizations creating and supporting art across the state have the advocacy, connections, and resources they need to thrive. “We've grown from an idea into an organization with real reach,” said executive director Jim Speirs . They’ve built professional development programs like the Arts Leadership Institute and the Augustana Music Academy , launched grant programs including the Artist Emergency Relief Fund , and have become a trusted partner to the South Dakota Arts Council , the tourism industry, and the education community.
WRITTEN BY ALANA SNYDER AND PHOTOS SUBMITTED BY ARTS SOUTH DAKOTA
LIFESTYLE ISSUE august 2026
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