The Pavilion was a result of a renovation of the former building of Washington High School which was eventually moved to the northeast side of the city.

The South Dakota Symphony's home also hosts dance groups as well as smaller theater and choral events.

There are also many opportunities to participate in public programs like movies, panel discussions, art workshops, major events, etc.

The VAC is free on Tuesdays, Saturday Mornings and the evenings of the First Friday of every month; otherwise there is a small fee.

The Wells Fargo Cinedome is a multiformat 60 ft dome theater which plays several different films per year.