Emancipation Hall - Joseph Ward Marble Statue

Joseph Ward (1838-1889)—South Dakota
Marble by Bruno Beghé, 1963, Emancipation Hall.
Missionary and educator. Leader in movement for South Dakota statehood. Ordained in Yankton, capital of Dakota Territory. Opened Yankton Academy and was instrumental in founding Yankton College. Drafted state constitution, and composed state motto and description for the state seal. Shown holding a scroll.