Christopher Vondracek, author of Dancing with Welk: Music, Memory, and Prairie Troubadours will speak on his experiences writing his book. In Dancing with Welk, Christopher blends memoir, travelogue, and cultural history to create a nuanced and often hilarious ode to the landscapes and musical traditions of the Northern Great Plains. The book will be available in late August.

Liz Almlie, Historic Preservation Specialist with the State Historic Preservation Office, will be speaking about sites of historic significance to South Dakota women's history.

Authors of The Plains Political Tradition, Volume 4

Noel Hamiel, author of Mathis Murders will explore this cold case of murder and mystery that still haunts the Mount Rushmore state.