Current Exhibitions

Now – August 31

Digital Daydreams

“Digital Daydreams” showcases the creativity of students who explored digital art, culture and storytelling through a media program.

Now – October 26

The People of West River: Photography by Greg Latza

Greg Latza latest photography book, The People of West River: Photography by Greg Latza, showcases ranch culture in western South Dakota.

Now – January 11

Pioneer, Preservationist, Painter: The Artwork of George N. Ostrom

Pioneer, Preservationist, Painter: The Artwork of George N. Ostrom explores Ostrom’s artistic roots, military service and lasting contributions to the spirit of the American West.

Now – September 14

South Dakota Governor’s 11th Biennial Art Exhibition

The South Dakota Governor’s 11th Biennial Art Exhibition is a snapshot of the tremendous quality and unique artistic creativity in the state at a specific point in time.

Now – December 5

The Journey: Artwork by David Sieh

This exhibition represents examples from the last 20 years of David Sieh’s career as an artist, showcasing years of experimentation with mark making and delighting in the medium of paint.

Now – January 2

Lore: Artwork by Cameron Stalheim

Lore is a meditation on transformation, using shifting forms and unstable materials to explore the fluid, ever-changing nature of identity, the body and selfhood.

Now – January 4

Through Their Eyes: Children’s Art in Times of War and Peace

Through Their Eyes: Children’s Art in Times of War and Peace juxtaposes hundreds of drawings from children in peaceful Sioux Falls, South Dakota with emotionally charged works from children in war-torn regions of Ethiopia.

Now – January 5

54 Seasons of Storytelling: Celebrating Prairie Repertory Theatre

Through photographs, videos, costume sketches and behind-the-scenes materials, 54 Seasons of Storytelling: Celebrating Prairie Repertory Theatre explores the history and process of theatre-making.

Exhibit at the Visual Arts Center

The Visual Arts Center is continually planning for future exhibitions and has opportunities for both professional and emerging artists.

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Past Exhibitions

The Visual Arts Center has been host to exhibitions ranging from noted South Dakota artists to Andy Warhol and Rodin.

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SculptureWalk Visitor Center

The Washington Pavilion is honored to host the SculptureWalk Visitor Center in our second floor lobby near the entrance to the Visual Arts Center. Start your SculptureWalk journey there by learning more about the organization’s more than 20-year history. Step inside the Washington Pavilion for a brochure, a cool drink or a tasty lunch at The WP.

Sponsored by: First Bank & Trust

Children’s Studio

Explore our fun creative space where kids can color, play with chalk and explore their inner artist in an art-centric maker space.

The Children’s Studio is open during Visual Arts Center regular hours.

Paladino Hohm Sculpture Garden

The sculpture garden features several sculptures, a water fountain, native South Dakota plants and grasses, casual seating and an area for small outdoor performances.

Art Consulting

The Visual Arts Center at the Washington Pavilion offers comprehensive art consulting services, aimed at transforming spaces into visually impactful environments that go beyond aesthetics to inspire creativity and enrich life. Our seasoned experts are available to guide individuals, businesses and public institutions through the process of curating their spaces with carefully selected artworks.

The Art Wall

A new collaborative project between the Washington Pavilion, Downtown Sioux Falls, local artists and the 300 Building. Located in the alley on the east side of 6th & Dakota, this wall will showcase rotating works of art that reflect community stories, global issues and personal expression. This living wall will constantly evolve — inviting curiosity, creativity and connection right in the heart of downtown.

Permanent Collection

The Visual Arts Center’s Permanent Collection is made up of over 1,600 artworks featuring prominent collections of work by Adolf Dehn, Mark McGinnis and Frogman’s Press, as well as highlights of South Dakota masters and a distinguished collection of Tribal Art.

Cyclicality

This immersive piece by Jen Lewin features 11 towering Dichroic infinity mirrored prisms, ranging from 13 to 21 feet tall. By day, the prisms reflect sunlight and natural surroundings; by night, they transform into an interactive field of vibrant, color-shifting light.

South Dakota Arts Council support is provided with funds from the State of South Dakota, through the Department of Tourism, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Notice to our Guests:

The Washington Pavilion takes no position on the information and artworks presented, and does not endorse any views expressed. The statements, views, positions and opinions presented in materials and artworks are those of the authors and artists.

Pet Policy

Service animals are welcome and must be under the control of their handler and housebroken. All other animals, including emotional support animals, are not permitted.

We may ask that a service animal is removed from the premises if the service animal is out of control or if the service animal is not housebroken.