OUR MISSION...
Our main focus is promoting the arts in Central South Dakota.
Plain and Simple.
We do this by providing free venue space for local artists and arts organizations in all artistic disciplines to exhibit or perform their original works. We are also provide meeting space for local organizations and art classes. Waterfront Gallery is privately funded by Spectrum Therapeutic Massage along with donations and contributions from individuals and other arts organizations in the Central South Dakota area. It is our belief that by working together with individual artists, arts organizations, clubs, schools and businesses, the arts can be a strong support for the well-being of our community.
OUR HISTORY
Waterfront Gallery for the Arts became a federally recognized 501c3 non-profit organization in 2025. It first opened it's doors in April of 2022, fulfilling the vision of it's founder Jen Kanz. As Pierre's only art gallery, it has been a wonderful addition to the community. It is the perfect setting for artists of all disciplines to exhibit their work and for the the community to experience the arts in all their fullness, performances and exhibits, networking and learning.
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Waterfront Gallery for the Arts collaborates with local artists and arts organizations hosting fundraisers, art shows, live performances, poetry reading, classes, presentations and gatherings. It also works closely with the Short Grass Arts Council, another local non-profit organization dedicated to promoting awareness for the arts in the community, by co-hosting activities and providing the venue for their events.
SUPPORTING THE ARTS IN OUR COMMUNITY - THANK YOU!
The following organizations have contributed to the success of Waterfront Gallery for the Arts and the promotion of the arts in our community. Please support them and the work that they do. (If you don't see your name on the list but would like to be added, please let us know!)
Spectrum Therapeutic Massage
Short Grass Arts Council
Arts South Dakota
South Dakota Arts Council
Canvasbacks Art Club
Pierre Players Community Theater
Charlene Brown
TAPS (Tuesday Afternoon Painting Society)
St. Charles Lounge and Conference Room
Countryside Memory and Support Center
Missouri Shores Domestic Violence Shelter
Linn Real Estate
The Capitol Journal
Grey Goose Store and Social Club
Hosanna Dance, LLC
Sarah's Dance Studio
Pierre Dance Academy
P.A.C.E. (Pierre Area Center for Equality)
S.C.A. (Society for Creative Anachronism)
Fine Arts Booster Club
ABO School District (Agar-Blunt-Onida)
Jill Kokesh
T.F. Riggs High School and Georgia Morse Middle School
Pierre Area Gymnastics
Pierre Skating Club
Rawlin's Library
The Farr House
Pierre Concert Series​​​​