South Dakota Questers
"It's fun to search and a joy to find."
The Questers is an international study club which was founded in 1944 by Jessie Elizabeth Bardens. Its major objectives are to stimulate an appreciation of antiques and their collection and to encourage the preservation and restoration of existing historical landmarks. The motivating principles of the organization are to be found in the following words from Mrs. Bardens:
Antiques are part of human history, a tangible record of the things of everyday living. A fascinating hobby, the study of antiques gives the most pleasure to those who strive to learn all they can about where, when, why and how they were made. Through discovery and knowledge of antiques, we may bring the past to life and profit by the experiences of previous generations.”
News about the 2024 South Dakota Convention
The 2024 South Dakota Convention will be held in Madison on September 6-7, at St. Peter on the Prairie Event Center in rural Madison.
Hotel Accommodations: A block of rooms have been reserved at the Best Western + Lakeside Hotel in Madison. Hotel address is 456 SE 12th Street, just off the Highway 34 bypass. Call the hotel directly at (605) 427-2110 to reserve a room. (Be sure to ask for the Quester room block.)
Room rates: Standard $109.99 (2 queen beds); Suite $119.99 (2 queens plus sleeper sofa); Deluxe Suite $124.99 (2 queens, sleeper sofa plus small kitchen).
The Quester room rate is effective through August 16, 2024.
The tentative schedule for the convention:
- Executive Board Meeting: Friday, September 6, 1-4 p.m. at Hotel
- Registration and Social Hour with Heavy Appetizers: Friday, September 6, 6-8 p.m. at St. Peter on the Prairie Event Center
- Continental Breakfast: Saturday, September 7 at Hotel
- Registration and Council Meeting: Saturday, September 7, 10 a.m. at St. Peter on the Prairie Event Center
- Lunch plus Raffle plus Program: Saturday, September 7, noon at St. Peter on the Prairie Event Center
Going, Going, Almost Gone
We have a few remaining “Have you Hugged a Quester Today?” aprons that will be available for sale at the 2024 State Convention. Aprons are $25.
The aprons are heavy-duty and stain-resistant fabric, 65% Poly/35% Cotton, 2 pockets, extra-long ties and adjustable neck strap, screen-printed logo in Quester colors.
Updated May 2024
