The South Dakota Dignity Statue Has One Glaring Typo

The Dignity of Earth and Sky sculpture is a lasting achievement in modern art and a testament to the legacy of Native American culture in South Dakota. First erected in 2016, the monument draws in thousands of road-weary travelers year in and year out to marvel at its breathtaking design. Standing 50 feet tall, it was designed by renowned sculptor Dale Lamphere as a powerful tribute to the Dakota and Lakota people of the area.

The sculpture itself is absolutely stunning—flawless—and a powerful reflection of the culture of the Native people who called South Dakota home for centuries before European settlers first arrived. But underneath the impressive statue, the plaque describing it appears to have one small, yet noticeable, typo.

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Is There a Typo in the Plaque Underneath the Dignity Sculpture?

As you can see, directly below the sculpture, the plaque reads:

"The entire figure, including her face and hands, were fabricated by the artist and team of three assistants then transported over 200 mile to this site."

Is it the end of the world? Absolutely not. But for a sculpture that was constructed as a tribute to the Native peoples throughout the state of South Dakota, it deserves a little more thoughtfulness.

We all make mistakes - and this one could easily be corrected.

The Dignity Statue can be found on the bluff between 263 & 265 off Interstate 90 near Chamberlain.

To learn more about the Dignity of Earth & Sky Sculpture, check out the details on the Travel South Dakota Website. 

Story Sources: Travel South Dakota Dignity of Earth and Sky Website