Playing on the Plains: The State Historical Society's 2012 History Conference

Sports and recreation have strong traditions in South Dakota, and these two topics are the subject of "Playing on the Plains," the annual history conference of the South Dakota State Historical Society, April 13-14 at the Ramkota in Pierre.

The early registration deadline for this year's conference is Friday, March 23.

Among the featured speakers are Gov. Dennis Daugaard; John Cooper, former secretary of the Department of Game, Fish and Parks; and nationally-known sports journalist Mel Antonen. 

You don't have to be a member of the State Historical Society to attend the conference, although society members receive a discount. Twelve continuing education contact hours are being offered towards a teacher certificate renewal credit. For more information, visit history.sd.gov or call (605) 773-6000.