MITCHELL Members and guests from Beadle, Davison, Jerauld, and Kingsbury Counties gathered on Thursday, September 11, for a day centered on community, history, and meaningful conversation. The group began with lunch at the Bread and Vine Bistro, where participants enjoyed artisan sandwiches and salads while connecting over their shared passion for genealogy and preservation.
Following lunch, attendees visited the Carnegie Resource Center at 119 West Third Avenue in Mitchell. The afternoon included time exploring Corn Palace history displays, browsing genealogical resources, and admiring the featured art exhibits.
Visitors also had the opportunity to view Sun and Clouds and Rain Over Hills, the striking mural painted inside the Carnegie dome by Dakota Yanktonai artist Oscar Howe. Known for blending traditional Native American themes with modernist techniques, Howe remains one of South Dakotas most influential artists.
Upcoming Schedule
September 17 Ree Heights, 2 p.m., in front of the auditorium (in person or virtual). Break planned in Highmore. Attendees are encouraged to update family trees and check local archives, including the Highmore Herald.
September 25 Wolsey, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Micheel will be working on her FOREVER Digitization Box and Permanent Storage. Limited seating. Fee: $50 and your name is placed in the drawing for a small Digitization Box. Bring a sack lunch or order from the 281 Travel Center. Location and details will be provided to those who register. Early bird discount due by 9/18/2025. Late registration is $75.
Remember, your story matters too. As you continue to research your ancestors, memories of yester-year often surface in unexpected placesduring pick-up rides, while on the road, in town, in the pasture, or out in the barn. Utilize these upcoming events as opportunities to reminisce and reflect as you travel to and from the Ree Heights and Wolsey areas.
Throughout September 2025, Micheel is also offering special coupon codes for FOREVER digitization and permanent storage services.; ask for details. With this one-time system (or 24-month plan), items are digitized once and stored permanently, ensuring history is preserved for more than 100 years with no additional cost to future generations.
The ongoing photography display at the Carnegie Resource Center remains on view through the end of September.
The Beadle County Genealogy Group meets the first and second Wednesday at the Huron Public Library in the SD Resource Room unless a tour is scheduled.
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