South Dakota
South Dakota Hall of Fame gifted copyright to ‘Dignity of Earth and Sky’
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Hall of Fame received a major gift from sculptor Dale Lamphere.
Officials announced on Tuesday that it had received the copyright to the iconic “Dignity of Earth and Sky.”
Lamphere and his wife, Jane Murphy, made the generous charitable gift.
The gift allows the Hall of Fame to protect the legacy of the recognizable artwork.
“Dignity of Earth and Sky” has become a powerful symbol of South Dakota, connected to the state’s history and culture.
The Hall of Fame will now oversee the use of the image, ensuring its integrity.
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