The South Dakota Hall of Fame announced today that it has received the copyright to the image of Dignity of Earth & Sky, the iconic sculpture created by Sculptor and 1987 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee Dale Lamphere, through a generous charitable gift from Lamphere and his wife, Jane Murphy.
The announcement was made during a media event and press conference held at the South Dakota Hall of Fame Visitor & Education Center in Chamberlain. The gift represents a significant contribution to the South Dakota Hall of Fame, allowing the organization to steward and protect the legacy of one of South Dakota’s most recognizable works of art while supporting the Hall’s mission.
Dignity of Earth & Sky has become a powerful symbol of South Dakota, recognized for its artistic significance and its connection to the state’s history, culture, and people. Through this gift, the South Dakota Hall of Fame will oversee the use of the image in future reproductions and derivative works, ensuring the integrity of the sculpture is preserved for generations to come.