SD AgHeritage Museum

It's What's New Wednesday! Take a look at how early breeders combined horses and donkeys to produce the mule—a tough beast known for its power, endurance, and resilience. Learn more at buff.ly/L7gMc8f #WNW #sdagmuseum #history #visitBrookings

Must Read Monday! "The Worst Hard Time" by Timothy Egan explores the struggles farmers faced during the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression. These daunting times were marked with government failures, starvation, poverty, and division. Get your copy today at our museum store!

Reminder! If you have any FFA memorabilia to contribute to an upcoming exhibit and SDSU Archives, visit the AgHeritage Museum tomorrow from 10am to 5pm. Join us at the Barn Reception from 2:30 to 4:30! Can’t make it but would like to share? Contact sdsu.AgMuseum@sdstate.edu.

The South Dakota State University Archives and Special Collections will be on site to digitize your FFA treasures as part of the celebration of 100 years of FFA. The Ag Heritage Museum will be collecting oral histories and potential artifacts.

Must Read Monday! This Monday, we suggest you check out "I am Hutterite" by Mary-Ann Kirkby. Kirkby's novel explores the process of reconstructing one's identity after escaping the past. #sdagmuseum #history

Must Read Monday! This Monday, check out "Plants Go to War" by Judith Sumner, which combines the story of botany and conflict during World War II. If you are interested in the historical usage of a variety of plants, this book is for you! Buy online at: buff.ly/qb8EUHL

Do you love pigs? Stop by the museum store and explore our adorable piggy collection! We have an assortment of dishes, decor, and more! Order your piggy gear online at: buff.ly/b0qZbcn #SDAgMuseum #visitBrookings

Stop by the Agricultural Heritage Museum store! Our collection of horse themed decor will make great gifts or help add some old western elegance to your home! Shop in store or online: agmuseumstore.com #SDAgMuseum #visitBrookings

It's Make & Take Monday! Join us today (March 9) from 2:30-5:00 p.m. to make an ag-related craft for $1. This month, we're making spring animal magnets. We hope to see you there! 🐏 🐇 🐤

Must Read Monday! This Monday, we recommend you read "Lasagna Gardening" by Patricia Lanza! In her piece, Patricia dives deep into an organic gardening approach that requires no till, digging, or extra preparation! Buy online at: buff.ly/YD8Z6UG

It's almost spring! Stop by the AgHeritage museum store and stock up on our new Easter items! We have cards, rabbits, easter eggs, and a variety of cute decorations for your home during the Easter season! Buy in store or online at: buff.ly/HvjgTUv #SDAgMuseum

Do you have an interest in the wetlands and its vegetation? If so, stop by the Agricultural Heritage Museum store and pick up a copy of one of our books on the ecology of South Dakota to learn more! Store website: agmuseumstore.com #SDAgMuseum #ForSouthDakota

Greetings gardeners! Come check out our assortment of gardening supplies including cow pots, seed savers, books, and more at the Agricultural Heritage Museum store! Shop online at: agmuseumstore.com #SDAgMuseum #visitBrookings #ForSouthDakota

Are you seeking an environmentally friendly, easy, and sustainable way to grow your garden? Learn more about CowPots! Videos: buff.ly/B2u3LMG buff.ly/ynmIbpt CowPots are on sale now at the AgHeritage Museum! Purchase in store or online: agmuseumstore.com

Must Read Monday! Our suggested book this week is "Buffalo Bird Woman's Garden" which teaches about Hidatsa Indian agriculture techniques. The methods described illustrate how Native Americans grew such abundant, high-yielding crops! Purchase online at: buff.ly/eV4fuVj

If you love quilt patterns or want to learn how to make them yourself, stop by the Agricultural Heritage Museum store and visit our quilt-themed collection! Purchase our quilt products in store or online: agmuseumstore.com #SDAgMuseum #visitBrookings

Seed savers are now on sale at the SD Agricultural Heritage Museum! To learn more about this eco-friendly heirloom seed preservation initiative, visit: buff.ly/ckvhtmG Purchase them in store or online! Store website: agmuseumstore.com #SDAgMuseum #visitBrookings

Must Read Monday! Happy Monday everyone! This week, we recommend "The Seed Keeper" by Diane Wilson. Wilson's novel tells a story of a Dakhótan woman who is faced with the struggles of protecting her husband's family farm all while trying to confront her own past.

Must Read Monday! This Monday, in honor of Black History Month, we suggest you read "Oscar Micheaux: The Great and Only." This biography dives into the life of America's first ever black filmmaker, who also resided in South Dakota! Buy it online at: buff.ly/fHWlwG3

The Agricultural Heritage Museum will be closed today (Monday, February 16) in honor of Presidents' Day. We will reopen for normal operating hours at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow (Tuesday, February 17).