South Dakota Historical Society Foundation

South Dakota Historical Society Foundation With your help, we provide the resources to keep South Dakota History alive!

The South Dakota Historical Society Foundation is committed to telling the story of our state’s unique history that has helped shape our values today. We tell the story as an active partner, fundraiser and steward, providing financial resources to projects of the program areas of the South Dakota State Historical Society: archaeology, archives, historic preservation, museum, and research and publi

shing. This philanthropic commitment is to preserve the past and serve the future of South Dakota through annual, capital and planned giving from public and private donors.

Too windy to be outside.  Shop our store.
04/17/2026

Too windy to be outside. Shop our store.

Looking for a unique SD one-of-a-kind gift? This handcrafted gourd bowl features a detailed buffalo design, combining traditional artistry with natural materials. . 7" Tall X 8.5" Wide Shop today! https://sdhsf-heritage-store.square.site/s/search?q=gourd

Great gift item.  Get the authographed copy today!
04/16/2026

Great gift item. Get the authographed copy today!

Please pass this on to anyone that may be looking for an emerging scholars research fellowship.
03/13/2026

Please pass this on to anyone that may be looking for an emerging scholars research fellowship.

The South Dakota State Historical Society invites applicants for the 2026 Emerging Scholars Research Fellowship. Fellows will receive funds to help cover expenses for a weeklong trip to Pierre, allowing them to access the extensive museum and archival collections of the South Dakota State Historical Society. Funds may be used for travel and lodging expenses and research related fees. The society will distribute $3,000 among one to three individuals.

In your application, please include:

1. A resume or C.V. (no more than two pages).
2. A proposal (no more than three pages, double-spaced) that answers the following questions:
• Which specific collections from the state archives and/or museum collections do you plan to consult? How long do you plan to be at the Historical Society?
• What is the purpose/goal of your research? What historical topic or question are you investigating?
• What contribution does your work make to the field?
• What is the timeline of your project? What work have you accomplished, and what work do you have left to complete?
• How will the resulting project be suitable for publication in either South Dakota History or as a Press book?

To apply, please email your application to SDHS Press Director Dr. Dedra McDonald Birzer, [email protected]. The application deadline is April 9th.

The State Historical Society is hiring an experience associate to work part time in the Cultural Heritage Center in Pier...
03/13/2026

The State Historical Society is hiring an experience associate to work part time in the Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre. Please share with anyone you think would be interested.

The South Dakota State Historical Society is currently hiring an Experience Associate! With the revitalization of our 1989 Cultural Heritage Center underway and the Museum reopening on July 1, 2026, this is an exciting time to join our team!

The Experience Associate (EA) provides exceptional customer service to visitors at the Cultural Heritage Center. This role is primarily responsible for front‑desk operations, assisting guests, answering questions, and supporting basic museum and administrative functions. The EA works closely with Society staff, visitors, maintenance, consultants, and additional partners.

Interested? Apply online today here: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3NJ

Today is the last day to purchase your raffle ticket.
11/01/2025

Today is the last day to purchase your raffle ticket.

There is only 6 days left to enter to win a Custom Built Parkwest Arms Rifle!

America’s 250th Anniversary is on the horizon, and we’re excited to share that Parkwest Arms in Sturgis is partnering with the America 250 SD Commission to raffle off a custom engraved SD-10 Single Shot Rifle, which is valued at $8,995. There are only 250 tickets available, so act now to make sure you can claim your chance at a piece of history!

Tickets are $100 each, and the drawing will take place November 2!

Find out more and purchase tickets at:
https://www.sdhsf.org/events/

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900 Governors Drive
Pierre, SD
57501

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

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