Corey Christianson, with The Journey Museum and Learning Center, discusses the history of the flood that took more than 200 lives and changed Rapid City forever. Learn about what happened in 1973 and 1974 as Rapid City became an even more vibrant community.

Corey Christianson, with The Journey Museum, discusses the June 9, 1972 Black Hills Flood that took more than 200 lives and changed Rapid City forever. This video covers the aftermath of the flood and its legacy. Part 1 explains the timeline of the flood and responding leaders.

Corey Christianson, with The Journey Museum and Learning Center, discusses the June 9, 1972 Black Hills Flood that took more than 200 lives and changed Rapid City forever. How did the events fall into place? Look back on the timeline of the flood and the leaders who responded. Part 2 covers the aftermath of the flood and its legacy.

Originally presented on June 10th in collaboration with the South Dakota historical Society. Mayor Don Barnett who at the time of the Flood was a 29 year old leader recounts his personal experiences of the day after. The thoughts and conversations surrounding him and how Rapid City would begin to find it's way from the impact of the tragedy that had just occurred and looking into the uncertain future.

This program was originally presented on June 8th. Dr. Stephen Hausmann as Assistant professor in history of St. Thomas University. Presented a look back on the experiences of 1972 Rapid City. Dr. Hausmann has dedicated his career to and examining the roots of environmental injustice and urban inequality among Native American communities in the West. His discussion is focused on what happened in Rapid City in the time that followed the tragic event.

This program comprised entirely of local community members allowed people to tell their own experiences of the Flood. This was completely unscripted and captures the stories as people brought them forth.

This documentary and recorded program and presentation occurred on Sunday, June 5th as a kick-off to the activities surrounding the 50th Commemoration. The original score was composed by Alexander Massa and presented by a local ensemble. This performance was supported in part through funding from a IMLS Cares Grant.

A song performed and presented by local musician Andrew Beaird. this song was presented at multiple locations during the Commemoration activities on the days of June 8th and 9th. Andrew provided this presentation specifically for us to share online as part of the recorded program package.

Jim Kinyon hosts a presentation at the Journey Museum on Msgr. William O'Connell and his role in the 1972 Black Hills Flood. This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Corey Christianson hosts a presentation at the Journey Museum and Learning Center on first responders to the 1972 Black Hills Flood. This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Corey Christianson hosts a presentation on recovery efforts in 1973, the year following the 1972 Black Hills Flood. This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Major Vangie O'Neil hosts a presentation regarding the history of the Salvation Army and the important roles that William and Joy Medley had in the 1972 Black Hills Flood. This project is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services.