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We love to play host in Aberdeen! Whether it’s to a family of four or a convention of 1,000, we're happy to have you. We celebrate art, theater, film festivals, athletics, music, academics, history, and more. You'll find family-friendly options or great night-life happenings for a weekend away sans the kiddos. Explore all the activities taking place this month, this season and throughout the year. Get the latest events delivered right to your inbox by signing up for our email newsletter.
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Taking Root exhibition
Exhibition of artwork by Becky Grismer, on display November 9 - February 19 in the Johnson Fine Arts Center Gallery on Northern's campus. Grismer is an alumna of the Northern State University Art Department. Taking Root addresses various themes involving the human condition. Grismer's artist statement explains some of the common themes as: "putting down
Find out more »Call for Art – Aberdeen Downtown Art Project
Area artists are invited to submit original artwork ideas to be painted on the windows of empty downtown storefronts located in Aberdeen, SD. The selected designs will be painted on the outside of the downtown storefront windows and remain on display during the summer and fall of 2021. The Knight Foundation is a major supporter
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Art Break – Guided Open Studio
Take an Art Break! Come to the ARCC for weekly gatherings dedicated to winding down through art. Bring projects from home to work on in a relaxed, stress free atmosphere. We will be proceeding with meetings while adhering to social distancing. All participants must wear a mask. Ages 18 and up. Dates: Thursdays, January 14
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Afternoon Studio Discovery
Beginning to advance participants will discover and explore pottery techniques involving hand building and wheel throwing. The class will be facilitated by an instructor but cross sharing will be encouraged. This is a great opportunity to build upon, and create projects based on your idea files. Ages 16 and up. Activity #111120 Dates: Tuesdays &
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Taking Root exhibition
Exhibition of artwork by Becky Grismer, on display November 9 - February 19 in the Johnson Fine Arts Center Gallery on Northern's campus. Grismer is an alumna of the Northern State University Art Department. Taking Root addresses various themes involving the human condition. Grismer's artist statement explains some of the common themes as: "putting down
Find out more »Virtual Artist Talk with Becky Grismer
Join artist Becky Grismer and NSU art faculty in discussing Taking Root, currently on display in the Johnson Fine Arts Center Gallery. Thursday, February 4th, starting at 8:00pm Central Time. Artistic process, and the various thematic elements throughout the show will be explored. There will be a Q & A session. The event is virtual,
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