FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Nov. 6, 2012

CONTACT: Jeff Mammenga, Media Coordinator, (605) 773-6000, jeff.mammenga@state.sd.us

History Of Sioux Falls Neighborhoods Featured In New Dempster Photo Book

PIERRE, SD—Born and raised in Sioux Falls, author, photographer and former state Senator Tom Dempster knows the city well. His new book from the South Dakota State Historical Society Press, North of Twelfth Street: The Changing Face of Sioux Falls Neighborhoods, depicts that knowledge through Dempster’s beautiful photographs.

North of Twelfth Street focuses on three historic districts, as well as a collection of other north Sioux Falls sites that contain some of the city’s best-known and most-revered buildings, and which many people call home. Dempster frames these neighborhoods with the lens of his camera, providing a glimpse into this grand old city, its iconic edifices, and the people who live there.

Well-known landmarks such as Falls Park, Morrell’s and the State Theater are pictured alongside eateries, businesses, and their customers and owners. Each image is depicted with Dempster’s artistic eye for the best shot. Readers will reevaluate how they see Sioux Falls while learning about the history of the city and its people.

Dempster served as a Minnehaha County commissioner for nine years and in the South Dakota State Senate from 2001-2010 and continues to reside in Sioux Falls. His photography is found in museums and private collections throughout the region.

North of Twelfth Street can be purchased for $34.95 (plus shipping and tax where applicable) direct from the South Dakota State Historical Society Press by contacting (605) 773-6009, emailing orders@sdshspress.com, or visiting www.sdshspress.com . The book can also be purchased from most bookstores.

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The South Dakota State Historical Society is a division of the Department of Tourism. The Department of Tourism is comprised of Tourism, the South Dakota Arts Council, and the State Historical Society. The Department is led by Secretary James D. Hagen. The State Historical Society is headquartered at the South Dakota Cultural Heritage Center in Pierre. The center houses the society’s world-class museum, the archives, and the historic preservation, publishing and administrative/development offices. Call (605) 773-3458 or visit www.history.sd.gov for more information. The society also has an archaeology office in Rapid City; call (605) 394-1936 for more information.