Race and Civility Conversations in South Dakota ‘In Black Elk’s words, before the hoop of the Sioux Nation was broken by those who destroyed the old ways of life, the Indian honored the family; and the extended family...was one closely knit whole.’ - From SDHC Founder Jack Marken’s note in the 1972 proposal to NEH to establish the statewide humanities organization. 2017 PROGRAM CATALOG About the SDHC Help Us Build Cultural Capital The South Dakota Humanities The future of our youth and a vibrant culture Council (SDHC), founded in 1972 is in your hands. in response to an act of Congress, is a 501(c)3 non-profit and the 1. SD Festival of Books & Young Readers Festival only cultural organization in the (Annual Fund) state whose sole mission is to deliver humanities programming Your gift supports South Dakota’s premiere literary event reaching to the people of South Dakota. readers of all ages. As a statewide advocate for the 2. NEH Young Readers Challenge Grant (Funding for humanities, our mission is to Three Years) celebrate literature, promote civil conversation, and tell the stories We earned an NEH grant which will match, 1-to-1, funds received up to that define our state. $100,000. We are actively seeking donations for the first phase of securing $50,000 by a May 1, 2017, deadline. We will use the $200,000 to fund our We fulfill our mission by supporting Young Readers Initiative for three years. and promoting public programming 3. Unrestricted Gift (Annual Fund) in the humanities like the Speakers Bureau; providing grant funding You can help where we need it most. An unrestricted gift can be used for community programs and towards operations expenses, special initiatives, or prioritized to our most research and discussion projects immediate needs. in our grants program; and hosting 4. Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation reading and literary programs like (Endowment) the annual Festival of Books, Young Readers Initiative and One Book Support the SDHC Arts Endowment Challenge through the Sioux Falls South Dakota. Area Community Foundation. Your dollars will be matched $1 for every $3 raised up to $150,000. 5. South Dakota Community Foundation (Endowment) Invest in the SDHC fund. SDCF has renewed their investment in SDHC through a challenge grant, matching $1 for every $4 up to $80,000. 6. Black Hills Area Community Foundation 1215 Trail Ridge Road, Suite A (Endowment) Brookings SD 57006 Keep programming permanent in the Hills through a gift to the SDHC fund. SDHC Staff 7. Estate Planning Sherry DeBoer, Remember SDHC in your will or estate planning. Matured stocks, executive director life insurance policies, and IRA rollovers can easily be processed by our community foundation partners or by SDHC. Your gift could provide you Jennifer Widman, with high-impact tax benefits. director of the South Dakota Center for the Book Kyle Schaefer, program and Your Gift is Crucial! development officer Matching efforts are time sensitive. Meeting our deadlines will provide an extra $73,150 Carolyn Marshall-Speakman, office for SDHC endowed funds held at community manager foundations and $100,000 for annual young Deb Delaney, staff assistant readers programming. Your gift ensures we receive every dollar. WWW.SDHUMANITIES.ORG | (605) 688-6113 WELCOME 1 | Welcome From the director DHC’s 2017 “Race & Civility” initiative and catalog cover Swould resonate with our organization’s early leaders and first theme, “Indian and Non-Indian: Cultural Contributions for a Better South Dakota.” Founder Jack Marken wrote “Knowing that the past is prologue, we can see that the theme looks both ways.” In a proposal note, he summarized aspects Sherry DeBoer, of indigenous and early history, writing, “this statement from Executive 1936 is pertinent in 1972 (SDHC’s permanent organization Director date). And should I add, 1992?” the year he wrote the SDHC history. I will add 2017, as we celebrate our 45th anniversary. Cover photo: Photographer Jeanne Apelseth of SunChaser In 2016 SDHC celebrated excellence through book festival readings, food Fine Art and Photography demonstrations, beer tastings and literary exhibits. Cultural partnerships captured the dedication on brought 13 Pulitzer prize winners in letters, journalism and composition to September 10, 2016 of the the state to explore civil unrest, the sounds of the ocean, and the costs of war. “Dignity” sculpture of a Native SDHC quenched cultural thirst, reaching 47,299 people in 72 communities. American woman wrapped in a More than 5,000 third graders met the author of the free book they received. star quilt created by Sturgis artist Looking forward, more than 50 libraries will host the exhibit “Amending Dale Lamphere. Lamphere said America,” celebrating the 225th Anniversary of the Bill of Rights. We’ll use the nearly 50-foot high statue cultural partnerships to offer an all-inclusive opportunity to discuss civility “represents the pride and strength and learn about Black Elk’s spiritual connection to the center of the world, and durability of the native the recently-renamed Black Elk Peak. We will look to “Dignity,” the recently cultures here.” dedicated sculpture by state artist laureate Dale Lamphere, as an icon for reconciliation and the power of the humanities to frame and value multiple Table of viewpoints. Please join the conversation and invest in building cultural capital. Contents Welcome ..................................................1 From the board chair Community Projects ..........................2 he South Dakota Humanities Council consists of a diverse Tand dedicated group of individuals who donate their time Race and Civility ...................................3 and talents to the mission of providing humanities programs One Stop Programs ...........................4 and events to the people of South Dakota. New in 2017 ..........................................5 Guiding the Council’s work is our core mission of celebrating literature, promoting civil conversation and How to Apply.........................................6 Judith telling the stories that define our state. The Council Meierhenry, Scholar Directory ........................ 7-19 Board Chair funds and delivers programs to every area of South Dakota. Even though South Dakota is sparsely populated 2017 Festival, One Book ..............20 and geographically divided, it is a state where people Annual Report remain connected to each other. Our programs are meant to enhance those connections. Our programs prompt us to explore and appreciate our 2016 Outreach...................................22 differences, but also to recognize and focus on our shared experiences and 2016 Festival Review.......................23 aspirations. NEH Review.......................................24 Seeing the excitement and joy in a child’s face as she tells of meeting the author of her favorite book, or listening to a veteran tell of the impact of war 2016 Fundraising...............................25 on his life, or sharing our love of literature with authors and friends reminds us of the significant role that the humanities play in our lives. With our many Donors............................................26-28 partners, and leadership from our excellent staff, we look forward to another successful year. 2 | COMMUNITY PROJECTS SOUTH DAKOTA HUMANITIES COUNCIL Community Projects: How to Join the Conversation he South Dakota Humanities Council awards grants Tto non-profit organizations in South Dakota through community project grants, which can provide up to $7,000 for humanities-related projects and events. Review grant guidelines and information and apply online at sdhumanities.org. Direct questions to [email protected] or (605) 688-6113. Guidelines are subject to change; visit the website to stay apprised. Our grants allow you to provide vital cultural programming for your community. They are available for discussion (up to $7,000) and research projects (up to $2,500). SDHC scholar Arch Ellwein presents a program about Theodore Major grants support miscellaneous expenses such Roosevelt’s life at the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural as bussing costs for student cultural trips, scholar Center (HARCC). appearances at community conversation events, documentary films, and educational programs. the humanities. Improve your chances by choosing a topic relevant to South Dakota culture and heritage. Include Discussion (up to $7,000) a plan in your application for a minimum of three public Apply for a grant to fund conferences, lectures, presentations of your research. presentations, festivals, and symposiums that engage people in humanities discussion. Programs must examine the topic from the view and perspective of the humanities and use Grant Deadlines various forms of media to advance that effort. $1,000 and less - rolling deadline, FY (Nov. 1-Oct. 31) as funding allows Research (up to $2,500) Apply for a grant to support your scholarly research in $1,001 to $7,000 - Feb. 28 and Oct. 15, annually Black Elk, Heháka Sápa, Atop Black Elk Peak The drawing to the left by Standing Bear depicts Black Elk, Heháka Sápa, atop Black Elk Peak (formerly Harney Peak) in the Black Hills. Black Elk’s warrior regalia, the adornments of his bay horse, and the elements of his surroundings, such as the sacred flowering tree, are all details of his great vision. Based on that vision, the Lakota consider Black Elk Peak the axis of the four directions and the center of the world. The book Black Elk Speaks by John G. Neihardt is available as Neihardt, John G. (1881-1973), Papers, c. 1858-1974, a reading and discussion program from the SDHC. See page 5 C3716, f. 248 #06, The State Historical Society of for more details. Missouri, Manuscript Collection. Drawing used with permission of the John G. Neihardt Trust. Text based Using this text to educate the community on why Black Elk on Black Elk Speaks: The Complete Edition by John G. Neihardt, used with permission of the University of was chosen as the new namesake for Harney Peak is a good Nebraska Press. Copyright 2014 by the Board of Regents example of how to fill a community need with an SDHC grant.