Arts, Exhibits, Galleries

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Daniel Parsons of Aberdeen is a prolific painter of wildlife and nature themes. The open spaces of the Dakotas and a youth spent on the prairie have served as both setting and inspiration for his creative process. His work has included commissions for Ducks Unlimited, Pheasants Forever, Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, a , ...

Join Connie Gisi during the Open House of her work. Describing herself as a lover of animals, outdoors, adventures, and life, Connie Gisi’s artwork reflects the same sentiment. With an eye and preference for plein air method, artworks that have been created on site in the outdoors, or inspired by photographs taken by t , ...

On March 1, 2025, Aberdeen University/Civic Symphony will celebrate “Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue”— a remarkable evening that highlights the American spirit through music. We are excited to present the South Dakota premiere of Peter Boyer’s “Rhapsody in Red, White, and Blue” with renowned pianist Jeffre , ...

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Join us for a thrilling evening of energetic jazz with the NSU Jazz Ensemble, featuring guest artists Jon Krosnick and his group Charged Particles. $10 adult general admission; $5 seniors; free for all students , ...

Learn how to identify types of photographs, negatives and slides and how to best store each type. Take steps towards digitizing your images and learn a variety of ways to do so. Find out what kinds of equipment are used to digitize an image. Is editing your photo necessary? See some examples of photo restoration and fi , ...

Hear from a digital records expert all about what you need to preserve, store, and convert audio, video, VHS, reel-to-reel and cassette tapes. Learn what kinds of machines are used and what types of cables and cords go where. “How do I store these files?” “How should I back these files up?” These questions and more wil , ...

Join us for a wonderful noon-time concert featuring the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, performed by students and faculty of the NSU Department of Music. Free and open to the public , ...

Join us at the museum to observe the making of a variety of heritage arts. Connect with members of our community who keep the traditions of the arts alive as they demonstrate their craft. Ask them questions about what processes they use, how to get started, where to find resources and more! Artisans are to be announced , ...

Learn about the processes people have used in the past to create items and give it a try yourself! Any skill level is welcome. We will be learning about two different methods of creation. All fun and no expectations of perfection! , ...

Enjoy an evening with C. Thomas Howell, “Ponyboy Curtis” himself, on Saturday, March 29 at 7 p.m. Northern State University, Aberdeen SD. Howell, known for his role as Ponyboy Curtis in the 1983 classic film The Outsiders, will participate in a Q&A session following the screening, sharing behind-the-sce , ...

Join us for an exhilarating evening of live opera, featuring the world premiere of Michael Ching’s “The Story of Hazel Miner,” based on the experience of a young woman from North Dakota who sacrificed herself to save her siblings in a horrific blizzard. $10 adult general admission; $5 seniors; free fo , ...

Join us for an exhilarating evening of live opera, featuring the world premiere of Michael Ching’s “The Story of Hazel Miner,” based on the experience of a young woman from North Dakota who sacrificed herself to save her siblings in a horrific blizzard. $10 adult general admission; $5 seniors; free fo , ...