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 […]

Wóuŋspe – Education

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

Wóuŋspe – Education celebrates the profound relationship between Native American students and their mentors, viewed through an artistic perspective. The exhibition emphasizes an artistic perspective, showcasing pieces past and present […]

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 […]

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 […]