Museum Supports Youth Art Month
Lakota students at St. Joseph’s Indian School decided to put their creative talents to use in hopes of earning a little bit of extra cash during Youth Art Month. All students had the opportunity to paint any picture in art class using an oil pastel, or watercolor...
Call to Artists
The Acquisition Committee of the Aktá Lakota Museum will meet on April 10, 2024. Native American artists from Northern Plains Nations are encouraged to submit their artwork for consideration to our permanent collection. The deadline for submissions is April 1, 2024....
Youth Art Show & Sale!
In honor of National Youth Art Month in March, St. Joseph’s Indian School students are being recognized through a Student Art Show and Sale hosted by the Aktá Lakota Museum. The exhibition aims to highlight the importance of art education for all children and advocate...
Museum Closure
To ensure a smooth and accurate inventory, we will be closed to the public all day on Friday, February 16, and Monday, February 19, 2024. Pilámaya – thank you for understanding.
Seasonal Museum Positions
Would you like to be part of our team at the Aktá Lakota Museum? We are looking for team members who are interested in learning new skills, gaining hands-on experience, and contributing to a unique working museum environment. As a Seasonal Museum Associate, you will...
Intern Position Available
Would you like to join our team at the Aktá Lakota Museum in Chamberlain, SD? We are seeking a Collections Intern who is interested in learning new skills, gaining practical experience, and contributing to a unique working museum. Position Details: Location: Aktá...
Bunker Earns Recognition for Exceptional Service
Joseph's Indian School Historical Center and Museum Coordinator, Wanda Bunker, Earns Recognition for Exceptional Service. Wanda Bunker has once again been honored by the South Dakota Department of Tourism for her exceptional service to customers. As a South Dakota...
Museum Earns South Dakota’s 2023 Great Places Award
The Aktá Lakota Museum has been named one of South Dakota's Great Places for 2023, a prestigious award it has received since 2002 when it was formerly known as the Great Star Award. This recognition, given annually by the state's Department of Tourism, recognizes...
Christ Tuŋpi – Merry Christmas
The museum will be closed on December 25 and 26 for the Christmas holiday.
South Dakota DOT Construction Update
1-90 West and 190 East near Chamberlain is nearing the end! Nov. 9, 2023: A traffic switch took place on the Interstate 90 project at Chamberlain, on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. Traffic is currently traveling in a two-way configuration in the westbound lanes. In the...