Mike Cartney, inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2020, is celebrated for his unwavering dedication to service, leadership, and community.

In honor of National Women's History Month each March, we are proud to highlight an exhibit at our Visitor & Education Center: "Empowering Legacies: Women's Impact in South Dakota."

Just a short drive from the Hall of Fame, Dignity of Earth & Sky stands as a powerful tribute to the Lakota and Dakota peoples.

Chief Justice Robert A. Miller was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2025 in recognition of his decades of service to the state and his transformative leadership of South Dakota’s judicial system.

The South Dakota Hall of Fame announced today that it has received the copyright to the image of Dignity of Earth & Sky

This week is National Storytellers Week, and we are proud to share the story of South Dakota’s greats.

Angela Kennecke was inducted into the South Dakota Hall of Fame in 2021 for her distinguished career in journalism and her commitment to using truth, integrity, and compassion to serve others.

Every day across our great state, individuals and organizations are quietly making South Dakota a better place.

Kicker Adam Vinatieri became the second South Dakota-born player to be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame when his induction was announced Feb. 6.

The South Dakota Hall of Fame announced today that it has received the copyright to the image of Dignity of Earth & Sky

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — A South Dakota native is now in the NFL Hall of Fame. Rapid City’s Adam Vinatieri was among the 5 players honored last night.

The South Dakota Hall of Fame extends our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of 2011 Inductee Donald V. Barnett, who passed away on January 12, 2026.

Since 1974, the South Dakota Hall of Fame has celebrated South Dakota's legends and trailblazers who embody our state's innovative spirit and high achievement. 

Since 1974, the South Dakota Hall of Fame has celebrated South Dakota's legends and trailblazers who embody our state's innovative spirit and high achievement. 

Work can be a challenge, but also ‘one of the most rewarding experiences of your life’

Friday night, Nov. 7, the University of South Dakota presented four 2025 Pillars of Distinction awards.