Wóyake: Language in Lakota Art

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

On Exhibit Now! Curated by David A. Meyer II Aktá Lakota Museum Assistant Curator The "Wóyake: Language in Lakota Art" exhibit features a stunning collection of paintings and artworks that […]

STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
Father Eagle & The Hunter

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Join us for Story Time every Tuesday at 10:30 AM CDT. While the program is designed for elementary-age children, stories read by elders from the Lakota and Dakota communities will […]

MEET THE AUTHOR
ALFREDA BEARTRACK-ALGEO

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Join us on Tuesday, July 23 at 11:00 am at the Aktá Lakota Museum for a special gathering with Alfreda Beartrack-Algeo, a talented author, poet, and illustrator from the Lower […]

STORY TIME WITH UŊČÍ & LALÁ
Josie Dances

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Join us for Story Time every Tuesday at 10:30 AM CDT. While the program is designed for elementary-age children, stories read by elders from the Lakota and Dakota communities will […]

48th Annual Powwow

St. Joseph's Indian School 1301 North Main Street, Chamberlain, SD

September 20 & 21, 2024 St. Joseph's Indian School ● Chamberlain, SD Register to Attend! A traditional Lakota (Sioux) powwow held at St. Joseph's Indian School allows Native American children […]

Holiday Open House!

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Support Small Businesses by joining us on Saturday, November 30 for our annual Holiday Open House!  Shoppers will enjoy a 30% storewide discount. We will be offering a craft project for […]

Wóuŋspe – Education
Creative Collaborations

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Wóuŋspe – Education | Creative Collaborations honors the deep connection between Native American students and their mentors, seen through an artistic perspective. This exhibition highlights the creative works of students […]

St. Joseph’s Student Art Exhibit

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

The St. Joseph’s Student Art Exhibition showcases the creativity of students in grades 1-8 at St. Joseph’s Indian School. This special event takes place at the Aktá Lakota Museum during […]

Poetry on the Road!

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Poetry is hitting the road in South Dakota, courtesy of the state Poetry Society. With events all over the state, it’s an opportunity to find inspiration, or lift your own […]

Itówapi on Paper

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Historically, paper has served as a canvas for preserving culture, documenting history, and spiritual beliefs.  Contemporary artists continue to explore this medium, using it to challenge stereotypes and convey messages […]

Voices of Resilience Exhibition

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

Voices of Resilience: Contemporary Native American Women Artists invites viewers to engage with the strength and creativity of Native American women.  The exhibition fosters a deeper understanding of their roles […]

“Americans”

Aktá Lakota Museum St. Joseph's Indian School, Chamberlain, SD

The South Dakota Humanities Council is bringing Americans, a Smithsonian Institution traveling exhibition to the Aktá Lakota Museum for an exclusive tour in 2026! Based on a major exhibition at the […]