Huron, SD Murals on the Town

By Gregory Wimmer in 2004 (24' x 42')

Using actual photographs from the fair, the artist pays tribute to the long tradition both Huron and South Dakota have of hosting one of the largest agricultural fairs in the nation. Whether it is the exhibits, the entertainment, the competition or the food, there is something for everyone at the State Fair.

Sponsors: This mural was made possible through donations from individuals, civic organizations and businesses.

Find it at: 34 2nd Street SE

SD State Fairgrounds - 3rd Street SW

By Paul Guivens in 2004 (8 - 6' x 6' panels)

The political philosophies which shaped the careers of Vice President Humphrey and Senator Pyle are cleverly integrated by the artist into this multi-panel mural which highlights both their roots in Huron and their respective places in political history.

Sponsor: Grant funding through DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution)

Find it at: SD State Fairgrounds - 3rd Street SW

By Wei Luan in 2001 (180' x 18') Restored by Chandelle Anderson in 2009

With the establishment of a U.S. Land Office at Third & Wisconsin, Huron became the hub for settlement of the James River Valley area. When the doors opened for business at 9am on October 9, 1882, a line of settlers hoping to file claims stretched east to Dakota Avenue and then north to Second Street. Many had arrived the day before and spent long hours waiting in line, while others, arriving on the train that day, had teams of horses waiting for the race to the office. William T. Love, at the forefront, was so intent on being first in the door that he stood with his hand on the knob & when the doors opened for business, he literally fell inside.

Sponsors: In Honor of their parents, Dr. Paul & Carol (Tisdel) Hohm, their children and families, Marilyn, Dr. Richard and Dr. Robert presented this mural to the City of Huron.

Find it At: 3rd & Wisconsin SW

By Donna Lee Bartholow in 2002

Four Panels showcasing the wide variety of activities enjoyed by sports enthusiasts in South Dakota.

Sponsor: Community Improvement Commission

Find it at: 56 3rd Street SE

By Carl Homstad, Decorah, IA in 2000

For both business and socializing. Downtown was the place to be in the mid-1900's.

Sponsor: Farmers & Merchants Bank

Find it at: 304 Dakota Ave. South

By Robin (Wollman) Coalson in 2002 (77' x 11')

In the late 1800's, South Dakotans took a fancy to the exotic Ringneck Pheasant and began efforts to introduce the game bird into the state. After several attempts failed to naturalize the birds, A.E. Cooper and E.L. Ebbert released a few dozen birds onto their adjoining farms North of Huron in 1909. The combined acreage provided enough cover, water and food for the pheasants to thrive. By 1919, the James River Valley area boasted a population large enough to allow for the first open pheasant hunting season. Thanks to those early efforts, residents and visitors alike enjoy some of the world's finest pheasant hunting.

Sponsors: Carr Farms, Pheasant Country Ltd., Olsen Implement and James River Equipment

Find it at: E. Highway 14 & Jersey Avenue

By David Sieh, Sioux Falls, SD in 1999

A chronicle of the inaugural trek of the "Pioneer" across the longest and highest trestle west of the Mississippi.

Sponsors: Schoenhard Ford and Wells Fargo & Company

Find it at: 143 Dakota Ave. South

By Del Iron Cloud, Rapid City, SD in 1999 (70' x 15')

A historical account of platting the City of Huron.

Sponsors: Plainsman & Huron CVB

Find it at: 79 3rd Street SE

By Chandelle Anderson, Huron SD in 2005

Three large 2nd story window displays depicting life on the prairie.

Sponsor: Burnison Plumbing & Heating

Find it at: 49 2nd Street SW

By Steve Troy, Huron, SD in 2005

Four life-size vignettes on East Highway 14 & Jersey Ave. America's favorite pastime lives at Memorial Stadium.

Sponsors: Modern Woodmen of America, Huron Community Foundation, Huron CVB & Huron Park & Recreation Dept.

Find it at: East Highway 14 & Jersey Ave

By Del Iron Cloud, Rapid City, SD in 2006

Our region's native plants & animals with reference keys. Can you tell the widgeon from the walleye?

Sponsors: Center For Independence and The Community Improvement Commission.

Find it at: 258 3rd Street SW

By Steve Troy in 1999

A depiction of the 110 mile road trip that took place August 5, 1913.

Sponsor: Prostrollo Motor Sales

Find it at: 65 Third Street SW

By Paul Guivens, Ft. Collins, CO in 2002

A collage illustrating the advancement of medical services in Huron from the 1880's to present day.

Sponsor: Virginia Lardinois, local resident

Find it at: 88 Third Street SE

By James Bryant, Huron SD in 2003

A peek into the elaborate Grand Opera House, entertainment center of Dakota territory.

Sponsor: The Community Improvement Commission

Find it at: 222 Dakota Ave S

By Steve Troy, Huron SD, in 2002

Represents our Nation's healing from 9/11.

Sponsors: The Donut Shoppe.

Find it at: 474 Dakota Ave S

Originally By Jim Campbell with a flag and eagle in the early 80's

Steve Troy, Huron SD, repainted and changed the eagle in 1989

Brian Crabb, Huron SD, repainted in 2017

Sponsors: Huron Park & Recreation Department.

Find it at: 521 Dakota Ave S

By Schaun Schnathorst, Huron SD, in 2016

Paintings of historical photos provided by the Dakotaland Museum and replicated on the sides of the building in Kansas Mall Park.

Sponsors: Huron Parks and Recreation, Community Improvement Committee, Leadership Huron class of 2015-16 and Huron Realtors.

Find it at: 240 Dakota Ave S