Old Courthouse Museum

Wedding Day

Ceremony

Reception

Our Wedding

Hope and Michael met while working for the Food Services Department at Avera McKennan Hospital. Michael very smoothly asked Hope to coffee and it took her a little bit to understand he meant it! Funily enough, he is not a fan of coffee. But he knew she liked it. From there the rest is history. Both bonded over their shared love of books, history, and cooking. They enjoy trying new recipes and cannot wait to invite friends and family to try as well at their new home.

Together

Our Story

Photos

Jillian Justesen

Hanna Modrell

Nicole Ludens

Ryan Christie

Jake Rost

Thomas Norland

Lauren Justesen

Madie Justesen

John Gustafson

Lane Looney

Wyatt Bloch

Wedding Party

Q + A

Hotel On Phillips features a fitness center, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Sioux Falls. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a business center and free WiFi throughout the property. Each room is equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at the hotel have a river view. Guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. The area is popular for cycling, and bike rental is available at Hotel On Phillips. Sioux Falls Regional Airport is 1.9 miles away.

Hotel On Phillips

Featuring an indoor pool and a hot tub, Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Center is 2.3 mi from Great Plains Zoo &amp; Delbridge Museum of Natural History. Free shuttle services to and from Sioux Falls Airport is offered. All rooms at the hotel include free WiFi, a flat-screen cable TV and coffee makers. A private bathroom is also featured. Guests can enjoy regional cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner on site at Grill 100. There is a 24-hour fitness center and a business center are available at the Sioux Falls-City Center Holiday Inn. Free parking is provided. The Old Courthouse Museum is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Augustana University is 1.9 mi from the property.

Holiday Inn Sioux Falls-City Centre by IHG

Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown is located in Sioux Falls and features a bar. Featuring a fitness center, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The property has free shuttle service, a shared lounge and luggage storage for guests. At the hotel, rooms include a desk. The rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, and some rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown have a sea view. All rooms will provide guests with a fridge. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving American, Italian and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian and gluten-free options can also be requested. Staff at Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown are always available to provide information at the reception. Sioux Falls Regional Airport is 1.9 miles from the property.

Hilton Garden Inn Sioux Falls Downtown

Located in Sioux Falls, Canopy By Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown provides a restaurant. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Each room includes air conditioning, a desk and a flat-screen TV, and certain rooms at the hotel have a balcony. Guest rooms include a safety deposit box. Sioux Falls Regional Airport is 1.2 miles away.

Canopy By Hilton Sioux Falls Downtown

Travel

Go to the Apple Orchard Friday evening for the Fall Festival! <a href="https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/fall-festival" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Fall Festival | Experience Sioux Falls</a>

Country Apple Orchard & Christmas Tree Farm

Go Visit the Heartland County Corn Maze in Harrisburg Friday, Saturday or Sunday! Details below: HoursFriday: 5pm-8pmSaturday: Noon-8pmSunday: Noon-5pm*All grounds close 1 hour after closing Admission:General: $9Child (5-10): $6 Kids 4 and under: FREEGroups of 20+: $6 per person*Cash or check only, please. No credit cards.

Heartland Country Corn Maze

Enjoy the Great Plains Zoo!On September 20th the Zoo will be celebrating Red Panda Day. Event activities9 am - Noon: Educator-led activities11 am - Red Panda Keeper ChatPlease note that while we'll be celebrating our amazing red pandas this day, they may choose to stay inside if the weather is not to their liking.

Great Plains Zoo

Enjoy Thunder Road with the kids during the day or go for an Adults Night Out 9-11:55pm.<a href="https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/adults-night-out" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Adults Night Out | Experience Sioux Falls</a>

Thunder Road of Sioux Falls

For the nerdy among us, attend Siouxpercon the midwest's largest fully non-profit fan convention. September 19th-21st.

Sioux Falls Convention Center

Swing by Trio's Jazz Club for a show Friday night. Shows start 6:30 pm with an additional show at 9 pm.<a href="https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/live-music" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Live Music | Experience Sioux Falls</a>

Trio Jazz Club

Friday night go cheer on the Canaries, Sioux Fall's baseball team, at 6:35 pm at the Sioux Falls Stadium.<a href="https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/2025-miles-wolff-cup-final-game-4-sioux-falls-canaries-vs-kane-county-cougars" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">2025 Miles Wolff Cup Final - Game 4: Sioux… | Experience Sioux Falls</a>

Sioux Falls Stadium

<a href="https://dtsf.com/event/the-journey-inside-musical-at-the-orpheum-theater/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Journey Inside Musical at the Orpheum Theater - Downtown Sioux Falls</a>Catch a show Friday the 19th at 7 pm or if you're looking for something to do Sunday September 21st at 4 pm.

Orpheum Theater Center

Head to Big Sioux Burger Friday the 19th for Karaoke at 9 pm.

Big Sioux Burger

Enjoy the titular Sioux Falls at falls park. Grab a bite to eat at the overlook cafe or swing by the Farmer's market Saturday morning.

Falls Park

While you stop by the falls check out the farmers market from 8 am-1 pm.

Falls Park Farmers' Market

If you're looking for something to do before 5pm on Saturday the 20th check out Cherapa place and see what's happening at River Fest: <a href="https://dtsf.com/event/downtown-sioux-falls-riverfest-2025/#" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Riverfest 2025 | Downtown Sioux Falls</a>

Cherapa Place

Before the nuptials enjoy a downtown walking tour from 1-4pm. <a href="https://www.experiencesiouxfalls.com/events/downtown-walking-food-tour" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Downtown Walking Food Tour | Experience Sioux Falls</a>

Downtown Sioux Falls

If you're into museums bring your children and check out the Washington Pavillion!

Washington Pavilion

<a href="https://dtsf.com/event/rosemaling-demonstration-at-the-old-courthouse-museum-10/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Rosemaling Demonstration at the Old Courthouse Museum - Downtown Sioux Falls</a>Head back to the Old Courthouse Museum Sunday to learn the Norwegian art of Rosemaling from 1-4pm.

Hope & Michael

Hope & Michael

Q + A

Q + A coming soon!