Sioux Falls, SD (3/5/2026) — Spotlight Theatre Company at the Washington Pavilion invites audiences to wonder at the magic of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA: Youth Edition at the Orpheum Theater Center from March 12-15, 2026. This enchanting production of a classic fairytale will run for five performances only — secure your seats today!

Step into the story of Cinderella, a young woman whose life of chores and cruelty under her stepmother and stepsisters changes when a fairy godmother appears and a night at the royal ball transforms everything. Filled with humor, heart and beloved songs, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA: Youth Edition brings this timeless fairytale to life on stage in a way that will delight audiences of all ages.

“We’re thrilled to open our spring season with a story that so many families know and love,” says Debbi Jones, Senior Program Specialist for Spotlight Theatre Company. “This cast and crew have poured so much heart and dedication into the production. It’s a wonderful chance for audiences to see young performers grow in confidence, creativity and collaboration while bringing a classic story to life on stage.”

Spotlight Theatre Company provides students aged 6–18 with opportunities to showcase their talents in professional-level theatre performances throughout the community. Generous support from sponsors Avera, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, Empowered Girls Coach, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Parkway Orthodontics and Children’s Dental Center has made Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA: Youth Edition performances possible.

Don’t miss this heartfelt tale of courage, kindness and the power of dreams! To purchase tickets, go to SiouxFallsOrpheum.com or visit the Washington Pavilion Box Office at 301 S. Main Ave.

About the Orpheum Theater Center

The Orpheum Theater Center in downtown Sioux Falls features two distinct spaces: the 686-seat Historic Orpheum Theater, built in 1913, and the Anne Zabel Studio Theater with room for up to 250 people. The center hosts plays, concerts, dance and other forms of entertainment throughout the year. It is also a venue for weddings, meetings, banquets, conferences and trade shows and offers office space for several organizations as well. The Orpheum Theater was listed on the national register of historic places in 1983. On July 1, 2019, Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. began overseeing its operations, both in managing the facility and ticketing events.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please or visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (3/4/2026) — As appreciation to farmers, ranchers and many people in agriculture, the Washington Pavilion is hosting Ag Day on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on its first, second and third floor lobbies. Learn about the foundations of South Dakota agriculture and the significance it holds to our community.

Thanks to all the generous Ag Day sponsors, the event is free and there are many opportunities and fun ways to learn and explore, including:

• Baby piglets
• An interactive market
• Book readings
• Demonstrations
• And so much more!

“We’re so appreciative to all our sponsors who came together to make this event happen. It’s important to celebrate agriculture and the industry that provide everything with necessities we use daily,” says Madelyn Grogan, Director of Education and Museums. “We want the whole community to join us at the Washington Pavilion and enjoy SDSU ice cream, visit with agriculture professionals and check out all the vendors.”

Each year, the Washington Pavilion hosts Ag Day to promote agriculture in the Midwest, with a focus on sharing how agriculture provides almost everything we eat, use and wear daily. Producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and others will gather at the Washington Pavilion to celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture.

Ag Day is sponsored by South Dakota Corn Utilization Council; South Dakota Beef Industry Council; Butler Machinery; Smithfield Foods; Dakota Layers; Farm Credit Services of America; Pipestone; South Dakota Grassland Coalition; Prairie Farms Daily; South Dakota Farmers Union; South Dakota Soybean Checkoff; CHS Inc.; Hefty Seed Company; Greater Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce; South Dakota Pork Producers Council; Blue Sky Vegetable Co.; Bel Brands USA.; ‘hood Magazine; C & R Supply Inc.; and Tri-State Neighbor.

Ag Day attendees are encouraged to extend their stay following the event by purchasing a museums admission and exploring over 100 science exhibits in the Kirby Science Discovery Center and eight spacious art galleries in the Visual Arts Center. For more information on Ag Day activities, go to WashingtonPavilion.org/AgDay.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit www.WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (2/26/2026) — Art is meant to be experienced. At the Washington Pavilion’s Visual Arts Center, that experience now extends beyond sight.

In collaboration with the National Federation of the Blind of South Dakota, the Washington Pavilion is presenting “Seven Art Movements,” a tactile exhibition designed to be explored through touch and sound. The exhibition opened Feb. 20 in Gallery 301. An artist reception will be held Friday, March 6, at 6 p.m. Media are invited to attend.

While most art museums operate as no-touch spaces, “Seven Art Movements” invites visitors to engage directly with art history. Through raised-line reproductions, textured surfaces and audio narration, guests explore seven defining movements presented in chronological order: The Renaissance, Baroque, Neoclassicism, Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, Art Nouveau and Expressionism.

Tactile interpretations of works by artists including Leonardo da Vinci, Johannes Vermeer and Vincent van Gogh reveal shifts in craftsmanship, subject matter and artistic style across centuries. Audio descriptions guide visitors as they follow shapes, contours and composition with their hands.

Presented in partnership with the National Federation of the Blind, the exhibition challenges long-standing barriers within museum spaces. The organization works to ensure blind and low-vision individuals have equal access to education, employment and cultural experiences, grounded in the belief that blindness does not define a person or limit their future.

“This exhibition reflects our belief that art belongs to everyone,” says Maddy Grogan, Director of Museums and Education at the Washington Pavilion. “Accessibility is fundamental to our mission. By hosting ‘Seven Art Movements,’ we are intentionally creating space for blind and low-vision guests to lead the experience, while inviting all visitors to reconsider how art can be understood.”

By bringing this traveling exhibition to Sioux Falls, the Washington Pavilion continues its commitment to inclusive programming and community enrichment, inviting all guests to experience art through a broader lens.

Learn more at WashingtonPavilion.org/Tactile-Art.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)
Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

About Tactile Images
Tactile Images, a subsidiary of 3DPhotoWorks LLC, working in collaboration with the NFB, are dedicated to breaking down barriers for blind people in a predominantly sighted world. The company provides transformative experiences for the visually impaired through innovative tactile printing techniques, offering tactile exploration of visual and graphic materials accompanied by braille text, audio narratives, and scents. With a focus on accessibility, empowerment, and inclusivity, Tactile Images is committed to making knowledge and experiences accessible to all.

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Sioux Falls, SD (2/20/2026) — Make plans for your kiddo to have a summer full of learning and fun with summer camps at the Washington Pavilion! Our incredible summer camp lineup offers hands-on learning experiences for every age group that incorporate all the fantastic opportunities we have to offer.

“From pottery and mixed media to forensics and robotics, this year’s camps are packed with exciting, interactive opportunities for kids,” says Madelyn Grogan, Director of Education and Museums. “Parents can easily explore options online by age group and customize schedules to fit their kids’ interests and summer plans.”

At the Washington Pavilion, summer camps provide a safe, fun and enriching environment for learners of all ages. Led by a team of passionate professionals — including educators, artists and college students — our camps combine expert instruction with innovative activities that ignite curiosity and encourage exploration.

Camps are generally Monday through Thursday from either 8:30 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–4:30 p.m. Lunch Bunch, a supervised lunch hour, is available for an additional fee, making it a full day of fun if your child is registered for both morning and afternoon camps.

Most summer camps are $148 each for donors, subscribers and museums members and $164 each for the public. Financial assistance is available. Visit our website for a scholarship application and further details.

Don’t miss out on summer camps offered through Spotlight Theatre Company as well, in which kids as young as 6 years of age can act, sing, dance and learn the behind-the-scenes aspects of theatre production. Pricing and schedules vary depending on the camp. The Washington Pavilion also has teamed up with Dakota News Now to offer a Media Camp for students aged 14–18.

Classes fill up quickly, so don’t wait to enroll your child! Register online at WashingtonPavilion.org/SummerCamps or stop by the Washington Pavilion Box Office at 301 S. Main Ave.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (1/20/2026) — When Moulin Rouge! The Musical arrives in Sioux Falls this February, it will bring more than Broadway spectacle to the stage. Through the Bohemian Values – Opening Night Seats initiative, the production is partnering with the Washington Pavilion and Solace to honor community members who embody the show’s core values of Truth, Beauty, Freedom and Love.

As part of the initiative, the producers of Moulin Rouge! The Musical will donate four premium seats to opening night to individuals who may not otherwise have access to a Broadway experience. The cost of the tickets is covered by the production, with the equivalent proceeds donated to Share the Movement, a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equity, wellness and opportunity through movement and community-centered programs.

Solace, Sioux Falls’ first integrated healing agency uniting crisis care, clinical therapy and healing arts, will work closely with the Washington Pavilion to identify recipients through a thoughtful, nomination-based process. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to dignity, inclusion and community care.

“Art has a unique way of creating connection and care,” says Sydney Bartunek, Chief Development and Communications Officer at Solace. “The values at the heart of Moulin Rouge! The Musical — truth, beauty, freedom and love — closely reflect the work we do every day. We’re grateful to partner on an initiative that opens the door to joy, dignity and belonging.”

“At the Washington Pavilion, we believe Broadway should feel welcoming and accessible,” says Regina Ruhberg, Executive Producer of Programming and Booking. “This initiative allows us to extend the spirit of Moulin Rouge! The Musical beyond the stage and into our community by partnering with an organization that leads with care and compassion.”

The Bohemian Values initiative is intentionally values-led and respectful in approach, focusing on access and community partnership rather than public giveaways. Selected recipients will attend opening night on February 11, 2026.

Moulin Rouge! The Musical runs February 11–15, 2026, at the Washington Pavilion. Tickets are on sale now at WashingtonPavilion.org/Rouge.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)
Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (01/16/2026) — Lallycooler Music Festival, presented by MarketBeat, is turning up the volume for 2026. Festival organizers today announced the first wave of artists set to take the stage this summer, unveiling the full Friday lineup for the two-day music festival.

Friday night will be headlined by Darius Rucker, a multi-platinum, GRAMMY® Award-winning country star whose iconic voice spans decades. From his roots as the frontman of Hootie & the Blowfish to a chart-topping solo career, Rucker has earned four No. 1 albums and 10 No. 1 singles, including the Diamond-certified hit “Wagon Wheel,” one of the best-selling country songs of all time.

Friday’s lineup also features Braxton Keith, a rising Texas singer-songwriter delivering high-energy honky-tonk with classic ’80s country influence, alongside Graham Barham, who brings soulful, heart-on-your-sleeve country rooted in Southern storytelling. Additional performances by Weston Frank round out a high-energy night, with the rural South Dakota favorite known for heartfelt originals, classic covers and more than 100 shows each year across the Midwest.

“Lallycooler is about the feeling you get when thousands of your friends and neighbors show up ready for a great night,” said Darrin Smith, President and CEO of Washington Pavilion Management Inc. “As a local arts organization, we care deeply about shared experiences, and this festival lets us create one that’s loud, fun and unforgettable. Get ready, year two is where it really starts to take off!”

Produced by the Washington Pavilion team, Lallycooler extends the organization’s year-round commitment to arts, culture and community beyond its downtown campus.

The two-day festival will take place July 10–11 at Sioux Falls Stadium and will feature live music, food, drinks and a high-energy festival atmosphere. Weekend passes are on sale now at Lallycooler.com.

Friday lineup:

• Darius Rucker (headliner)
• Braxton Keith
• Graham Barham
• Weston Frank

Festival organizers will continue the momentum in the coming days with the announcement of the full Saturday lineup. For passes and more information, visit Lallycooler.com.

About Lallycooler Music Festival
Lallycooler Music Festival is a two-day summer music festival produced by Washington Pavilion Management Inc. Launched in 2025, the festival expands the Pavilion’s mission to connect people through arts and culture, bringing nationally touring artists and music fans together for a shared live experience in Sioux Falls.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)
Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (01/14/2026) — The Washington Pavilion is excited to welcome MRS. DOUBTFIRE to Sioux Falls January 30 through February 1. With less than three weeks until the curtain rises and tickets selling quickly, audiences are encouraged to plan ahead for this limited engagement. Tickets are on sale now at WashingtonPavilion.org/Doubtfire.

“MRS. DOUBTFIRE is the kind of show that brings people together across generations,” said Regina Ruhberg, Executive Producer of Programming and Booking at the Washington Pavilion. “It is heartfelt, hilarious and incredibly well crafted, and we are thrilled to share this Broadway favorite with our community. The enthusiasm surrounding this production has been exciting to see.”

Arriving direct from Broadway, the hit musical brings everyone’s favorite Scottish nanny to the stage in a production critics call “wonderful, heart-warming, and laugh-out-loud funny” (Manchester Evening News) and “a feel-good, family-friendly comedy that delivers” (The Hollywood Reporter).

Daniel Hillard will do anything for his kids. After losing custody in a messy divorce, he creates the kind alter ego of Scottish nanny Euphegenia Doubtfire in a desperate attempt to stay in their lives. As his new character takes on a life of its own, Mrs. Doubtfire teaches Daniel more than he bargained for about how to be a father. A hysterical and heartfelt story about holding onto your loved ones against all odds, MRS. DOUBTFIRE is the musical comedy we need right now – one that proves we’re better together.

Based on the original direction by four-time Tony Award winner Jerry Zaks, the new musical comedy features a book by Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell and music and lyrics by Wayne Kirkpatrick and Karey Kirkpatrick, the Tony Award nominated team behind Something Rotten!

The creative team is rounded out by tour director Steve Edlund and tour choreographer Michaeljon Slinger based on the original choreography by Lorin Latarro; Arranger and Orchestrator Ethan Popp; Music Supervisor Matthew Smedal, Scenic Designer David Korins; Costume Designer Catherine Zuber; Lighting Designer, Philip S. Rosenberg; Sound Design by Keith Caggiano; tour Hair & Wig Design by Victoria Tinsman based on original Hair & Wig Design by David Brian Brown; Makeup Design by Craig Forrest-Thomas; and Casting by Murnane Casting (Chad Eric Murnane, CSA and Amber Snead, CSA). The production is stage managed by Anna Klevit.

The 2nd national tour is produced and general managed by Work Light Productions.

This production of MRS. DOUBTFIRE was licensed by Music Theatre International, www.mtishows.com.

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About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (11/13/2025) — The Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science will unveil Space Explorers: Mission Infinity, a fully reimagined, state-of-the-art space and technology floor, on Saturday, November 15. This newly renovated space is one of the most significant upgrades to the science museum experience in recent years, and the single largest investment in the Kirby Science Discovery Center since its opening in 1999.

Spanning the entire second floor in the Kirby Science Discovery Center, this new exhibit invites children, families and curious minds of all ages to take on STEM-based “missions” that stretch from Earth’s orbit to the far edges of the universe. Visitors will build rockets, step onto Mars, scan deep space and explore what it takes to live in environments beyond our planet.

“This transformation reflects our mission to provide world-class experiences that inspire future innovators and leaders,” says Darrin Smith, President and CEO for Washington Pavilion Management Inc. “We are so proud to offer this one-of-a-kind immersive experience for our community and region.”

The new experience was designed in partnership with Formula D, an internationally acclaimed experience design firm with studios in Cape Town and the United States. Known for blending smart technology, behavioral science and immersive storytelling, Formula D creates exhibits that inspire meaningful learning around the world.

“Designing Mission Infinity with the Washington Pavilion team was about igniting curiosity through immersive play,” says Michael Wolf, Founder and Co-CEO of Formula D. “Our mission as experience designers—whether we’re working from Cape Town or our U.S. studio—is to make science tangible, emotional and memorable. This project shows how storytelling and hands-on exploration can turn abstract ideas about the universe into lasting inspiration.”

Support from the local community helped bring this vision to life. The project was made possible thanks to lead sponsors Dakota State University and MarketBeat, with additional support from the City of Sioux Falls, Cytion, Interstate Office Products, JDS Industries, MidAmerican Energy Foundation, Sheldon F. Reese Foundation and South Dakota Space Grant Consortium.

“This floor represents the future of education. It is hands-on, collaborative and deeply engaging,” says Madelyn Grogan, Director of Museums and Education at the Washington Pavilion. “It is the kind of learning that sticks with you long after you leave the building.”

Guests visiting Space Explorers: Mission Infinity will journey through five distinct zones:

• Into the Unknown – Step into the exhibit through a dynamic “spacewalk” entry and begin your interstellar adventure.

• We Have Lift Off – Launch rockets and explore the science behind space travel and engineering.
• Mission to Planet Earth – See Earth from above and study our home planet’s fragile beauty from space.
• Living on the Red Planet – Step inside a Mars habitat and discover how future astronauts might survive and thrive.
• Where No One Has Gone Before – Use high-powered telescopes to scan deep space, explore black holes and imagine life on alien worlds.
  
  

“We’re not just opening a new floor. We’re opening a new chapter,” Smith says. “This space will serve generations of learners, dreamers and future leaders. We can’t wait to welcome our community aboard.”

To coincide with the opening, the Pavilion will also launch holiday membership promotions, giving families a chance to gift a year of discovery at a special discount starting November 15.

For more information, visit WashingtonPavilion.org/Space.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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Sioux Falls, SD (11/04/2025) — Spotlight Theatre Company at the Washington Pavilion is thrilled to present ANNIE JR., a heartwarming youth musical adaptation based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical of everyone’s favorite little redhead. Featuring 68 student actors and technicians in grades 3–12 from 30 schools, this show celebrates a diverse showcase of young talent. ANNIE JR. will premiere at the Orpheum Theater Center with five performances from November 13-16.

Inspired by the timeless “rags to riches” story, this performance of ANNIE JR. brings two worlds to life through its style, movement and tone. From the dusty, tattered “rags” of Miss Hannigan’s orphanage to the 1930s-cartoon-inspired mansion full of Warbucks’ “riches,” Annie’s journey is dazzling and frayed. Just as Annie searches for belonging, many of the young artists in this cast and crew have found their own sense of home in Spotlight. This show provides a sense of family, friendship and classic musical numbers in this sparkling rendition of ANNIE JR.

“What this cast and crew has created goes far beyond what you’d expect from a youth production — this is top-notch theatre,” says Bob Wendland, Director of Performances for the Washington Pavilion. “From the technical precision behind the scenes to the energy and talent on stage, it showcases the passion and professionalism of these young performers. Come support Sioux Falls’ rising stars!”

Spotlight Theatre Company provides students aged 6–18 with opportunities to showcase their talents in professional-level theatre performances throughout the community. Generous support from sponsors Avera, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, Empowered Girls Coach and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield has made ANNIE JR. performances possible.

Don’t miss this heartwarming story of hope, family and finding where you belong — live at the Orpheum Theater Center! To purchase tickets, go to SiouxFallsOrpheum.com or visit the Washington Pavilion Box Office at 301 S. Main Ave.

About the Orpheum Theater Center

The Orpheum Theater Center in downtown Sioux Falls features two distinct spaces: the 686-seat Historic Orpheum Theater, built in 1913, and the Anne Zabel Studio Theater with room for up to 250 people. The center hosts plays, concerts, dance and other forms of entertainment throughout the year. It is also a venue for weddings, meetings, banquets, conferences and trade shows and offers office space for several organizations as well. The Orpheum Theater was listed on the national register of historic places in 1983. On July 1, 2019, Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. began overseeing its operations, both in managing the facility and ticketing events.

About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)

Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please or visit WashingtonPavilion.org.

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