Kid's Activity Day

January 19th Winter Wonderland! Create a snowy scene.

February 16th Masquerade Design your own colorful mask!

January 6th
The Teels
Contemporary Bluegrass with Vocal Harmonies
Catered by Kaladi’s

The Teels have been sharing music for nearly 30 years. The traditional bluegrass sound has always been at their musical roots.  Much of their music takes on the flavor of many of the contemporary bluegrass bands and with the addition of players like Rick Stoops, Dalton and Sam Coffey their music becomes a great expression of the musical style that so many have come to enjoy.  The Teels are blend of rich vocal harmonies and quality instrumental performances that all come together to offer a polished sound of traditional music.

January 13th
Union Grove Pickers
Americana Roots of Rock N’ Roll
Catered by The Pickle Barrel

Old friends from South Dakota, playing songs of old and new, songs we wrote and songs we did not. Often time you will find us playing with a few other friends from around the area.

January 20th
Marty DeWitt
Folk, Farm, Family
Catered by The Pickle Barrel

Singer/songwriter Marty DeWitt will be sharing a program of popular folk tunes from the 70’s through today, along with several original numbers inspired by his nearly forty years of working in state parks. His subjects run the gamut from life on the family farm to life experiences in the great outdoors. He’s also known for taking a more humorous look at life through song. This will be a fun concert for young and old alike!

Marty recently retired after more than 30 years with the SD state park system. He has performed with a number of different groups over the years, including the Over Forte Orchestra and Madison Street Blues from Pierre, as well as church folk groups in Madison, Pierre, Canton and Garretson. Folk music has always been his favorite. With many a John Denver classic sung around many a campfire, Marty hopes to keep folks.

January 27th
Boyd Bristow
Songs from South Dakota
Catered by Kaladi's

Boyd Bristow moved from Sioux City Iowa in 1972 and become part of the rapidly developing creative scene in Sioux Falls South Dakota.  He played with the Franklin Carter Blues Band, Blueberry Buckle, R&B Supply and the Red Willow Band.  Moving to Nashville in 1982, Bristow put together the Travelin’ Band, made up of South Dakota musicians Al Remund, Owen DeJong and Marley Forman. The Travelin’ Band played out on its own and was the regular backup band for Nashville artists Dickey Lee and John Wesley Ryles. 

Since returning to South Dakota in 1985, Bristow has played with the Poker Alice Band, The Far Off Lonesome Train Whistle, The Bluejays, The Entry Band and The Blue Jean Band.   He played with the South Dakota Acoustic Christmas show for sixteen years, from 1993 through 2008.  

As a recording engineer and producer, and as a long time fan of South Dakota music, Bristow has recorded and mixed more than 30 CDs from South Dakota singers, songwriters and bands.  He recorded his first solo CD, “Cloudless Sky” in 2005.

Bristow lives in Sioux Falls and currently plays with East of Westreville, Kenny Putnam, Mike Connor, and Terry Pospisil (aka The Song Pilots) and Vince Two Eagles and Otakahe.

Siouxland Heritage Museums Board
January 5th and February 2nd 11:30 a.m.
Siouxland Heritage Museums Alliance Board
January 12th and February 9th at 5:30 p.m.
Sioux Valley Genealogical Society
January 5th and February 2nd 7 p.m.
Minnehaha County Historical Society
January 19th and February 16th at 7 p.m. 

Murder Mystery Returns to Pettigrew in January!
Edward Channing, his wife, daughter, and son have come to Sioux Falls to attend the funeral of Edward’s mother. The death was sudden but not unexpected. However, John Channing, Edward’s father, has fallen ill and signs point to poison, raising suspicions about Mrs. Channing’s death as well. All of the Channings and the two servants had motive and the opportunity to commit the poisoning. The suspects have been held at the home until a full investigation can be conducted.

We are asking you to help the investigators determine who is responsible for this crime. Participants will be taken through the home to hear statements from each of the suspects. After the tour you will sit down with the lead detective for a chance to ask questions then propose your theory of the crime. Once each participant has discussed their theory, the lead detective will then reveal what really happened.

Tickets for the Murder Mystery, Toxic Inheritance, are $10 per person and go on sale January 7th. Shows will be January 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th at 6:00, 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, and 8:00p.m. Purchase tickets in person at the Old Courthouse Museum , or by credit card over the phone at 367-4210 (a $2 surcharge will be added to each phone order).

Don’t miss this once a year opportunity to tour the Pettigrew Home while trying to solve a mystery.

Wallace Dow: Prairie Architect
Exhibit Opening January 19th at the Pettigrew!

Architect Wallace Dow designed countless structures in the region during his career. On the vast South Dakota prairie once stood unique homes and buildings that reflected creativity, encompassed diverse building materials, and brought new architectural styles like Queen Anne, Richardsonian Romanesque, and many other eclectic styles to the growing community.  Some, including the Old Courthouse and Pettigrew Home, still stand as a testament to his skill, creativity, and style 100 years after his death in 1911. Come to the exhibit opening reception  on Thursday, January 19th from 4-6 p.m. at the Pettigrew Home and Museum to explore the wondrous structures that once stood on the streets of Sioux Falls and surrounding communities.

Enjoy a Victorian Valentine Tea at the Pettigrew Home & Museum February 12th.
Please call 367-7097 to register.

Join The Long Winter Book Discussion in February!
Now is a great time for you and your family to read The Long Winter by Laura Ingalls Wilder. In support of the new North Wind: Enduring Dakota Winters exhibit at the old Courthouse Museum, we are hosting a book discussion on Sunday, February 26th at 2 p.m. Copies of the book are available in the Museum store. Admission is free. Please call to register for the discussion.

Movie Night at the Museum

The Old Courthouse Museum and Downtown Sioux Falls are once again teaming up to bring you Movie Night at the Museum in February and March. Bring a blanket or pillow to sit on and settle in to the historic courtroom of the old Courthouse Museum. doors open at 6 p.m., and the movie begins at 6:45 p.m. some chair seating is available; refreshments will be for sale during the movie.

February 3rd
The Muppet Movie (1979)

March 2nd
An American Tale.