Pioneering the field of arts in health education in the midwest, the University of South Dakota’s College of Fine Arts has embraced the academic exploration of the healing benefits of the use of the arts in healthcare facilities with the inclusion of the 12 credit hour Arts in Health Certificate program. Initiating the…
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Sanford Vermillion Medical Center
Sanford Vermillion Medical Center (SVMC) is home to a number of arts in health initiatives; public art displays, site specific murals, rotating galleries and community centered sculptural projects like Chris Meyer’s “Assembly” sculpture to pay homage to the hand that current and former staff, patients, and community members have had in building the…
read moreNOAH: National Organization for Arts in Health
Founded with a mission to serve and advance the field of arts in health, the National Organization for Arts in Health (NOAH) aims to unify the field by providing “transformational leadership”, according to their website. Through the research and experience of individuals in the arts in health community, NOAH knows, “that the arts…
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LifeScape Center for the Arts: Camp Create
Camp Create,” an adult artist retreat, was presented by LifeScape Center for the Arts and featuring South Dakota artist Ari Albright. This three-day retreat, from Aug. 26-28 at Joy Ranch in Florence, SD, was offered to artists supported by LifeScape as well as other adults with disabilities from our community, ages 19 and up.Artists participated…
read moreWings Fit for Angels: Sanford Arts Vermillion installing seventh set of “Wings Project”
By: Claudia Miller Sanford Care Center Vermillion (SCCV) is home to many dynamic and creative residents. Now, the facility will also be sporting a new pair of wings. The seventh creation for “Wings Project” showcases over 100 hand-painted feathers aimed to inspire. Vivid colors, life-size photo opportunities and a carefully selected message accompany the elaborate…
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