Jun 15 Sunday
In honor of Wild Bill Days weekend, the Adams Museum, Historic Adams House, and the Days of ‘76 Museum will offer free admission to visiting dads on Father’s Day. Show your dad how much you care by exploring all the great history from Deadwood and the Black Hills. The Adams Museum and Days of ’76 Museum are open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Historic Adams House is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call 605-722-4800 or 605-578-1714 for more information.
Artist Reception: Friday, June 6th from 6pm-9pmArtist Talk: 7pm
On View June 6 – June 21, 2025
Ever found yourself flipping through a waiting room pamphlet and wondering, “Who actually picks these up?” Bailey Meadow sure has. Bailey’s Growing Pain Pamphlets is an interactive installation that reimagines the overlooked, the crumpled-up, the free-for-the-taking as an art form—one that is as humorous as it is heartfelt.
A love letter to print ephemera, community knowledge, and the joy of the mundane, this project blends design, writing, pop culture, and personal storytelling into a collection of pamphlets covering everything from Michael Cera to Midwest survival tactics. These aren’t your average doctor’s office handouts; they’re designed to be picked up, tossed in the backseat, rediscovered, and, ultimately, lived with.
Dad's, you deserve a break! On your special day, bring the whole family for a fun day at Wylie Park, and you get a FREE attraction of your choice! This includes Laser Maze, Euro-Bungy, Bumper Boats, Mini Golf, and Go Karts. See you there!
Rare Jefferson Peace Medal Exhibit at Mead Museum
An original 220-year old Jefferson Peace Medal on loan to the Mead Museum is on display as part of the Journeying Forward: Connecting Cultures exhibit. The 4-inch Jefferson Peace Medal is extremely rare and a historically significant artifact from the early 19th century. The peace medals were commissioned by President Thomas Jefferson as part of diplomatic efforts with Native American tribes, serving as symbols of goodwill and alliance between the U.S. government and Indigenous leaders. The Lewis & Clark Expedition handed out 89 of them to leaders of Native Nations on their journey between 1804-1806. This medal is one of less than 5 on display in the world!In addition to the peace medal, the Journeying Forward exhibit also had an upgrade in its history of the Ihanktonwan and Oceti Sakowin Nations, an important narrative to Yankton regional history.The Mead Museum is located at 82 Mickelson Dr in Yankton SD. The Museum is open weekdays 10AM to 5PM and on Saturdays/Sundays from 1PM to 5PM.
The Adventures of PericlesBy Dave DeChristopher, Heidi Dehn, Patti Martinson, Lloyd Potter, & Merlyn Q. SellDirector: Merlyn Q. SellAssistant Director: Anna Auchampach
Performance Dates:June 7th-Outdoors at Performing Arts Center of Rapid CityJune 8th- Roosevelt ParkJune 14th-Indoors at Studio Theater of Performing Arts Center of Rapid CityJune 15th-Canyon Lake Park
Times for all performances:3:30pm-5:30pm-One Day Summer Camp for All Ages!Join our apprentice company for theatre games and dramatic playFight a Knight - learn stage combat and take on one of the knights of Knight's TourneyDecorate your own shield and be a part of the Knight's Parade during the show!5:30pmThe Adventures of Pericles Performance Begins!
Adapted by BHCT's own Broken Lemons playwrights, The Adventures of Pericles has it all: assassins, knights, magicians, romance, comedy, and a guy named Moe. This family-friendly epic adventure will be performed throughout Rapid City this June.
Jun 16 Monday
Calling all aspiring inventors! In this hands-on camp, students in grades 4–6 will dive into the world of innovation by exploring famous inventors and their game-changing creations. Then, they’ll take on the challenge of designing, building, and testing their own inventions. With collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving, campers will transform everyday materials into something brand new. Days of ‘76 Museum; 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; $50 for members and $55 for non-members. Space is limited and reservations are required. Scholarships are available. Call Education Director Tera Richards at 605-578-1657 for reservations or questions about the program.
SPEARFISH, S.D. – Black Hills State University will be hosting the annual Joy of Learning series, a unique speaker event that allows community members the opportunity to learn from faculty and locals who are experts in their fields. This year’s event will take place June 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, and 25th.
Designed to spark curiosity and lifelong learning, this year’s Joy of Learning sessions offer a vibrant mix of topics, from the history of railroads in the Black Hills and the science of how light and color shape biology, to a tour of a sustainable local farm and a reading by novelist Kent Meyers. Participants can explore themes like healthcare literacy, the evolution of U.S. language policy, and the creative use of algorithms in music composition. With sessions spanning literature, science, history, art, and community engagement, the series invites learners of all interests to discover something new.
Sessions will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day and will take place at the Joy Center on the BHSU campus unless otherwise indicated on the schedule. All events are free and open to the community. Donations are welcome with proceeds going toward scholarships.
“The Joy of Learning was created simply to give BHSU and the Spearfish community the delight of learning new things just for the sake of learning,” said Dr. Amy Fuqua, dean of the College of Liberal Arts at BHSU.
For a full schedule and more information, visit BHSU.edu/JoyofLearning. Some topics discussed may not be suitable for all ages. For questions, please contact Dr. Amy Fuqua at [email protected].
Bilingual Story Time on the FarmJune 16th / 9:30 amWe will read and sing together. Free (donations accepted) / ages 0-6Program facilitated by Spearfish Spanish and hosted by Cycle Farm (287 Evans Ln., Spearfish)
