Montana Historical Society - Helena

The Montana Historical Society houses the 'Montana Homeland' exhibit that traces 12,000 years of history under the Big Sky. Its Mackay Gallery has one of the premier Charles M. Russell art collections. Special exhibits are rotated regularly.

The Society library, archives, and photo archives are a draw for historians and genealogists. The MHS archives contains manuscript collections containing such topics as business and finance, mining, homesteading and ranching, the pioneer era, and social organizations. The archives also has oral history recordings.

The Society publishes 'Montana The Magazine of Western History' and history books. The museum store is a treasure house of Western books and gifts. Admission is $5.00 for adults, $1.00 for children and $12.00 per family. May 1 - September 30: Monday - Saturday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, Thursday until 8:00pm, closed Sunday. October 1 - April 30, Monday - Saturday, 9:00am - 5:00pm, Thursday until 8:00pm, closed Sunday and holidays.

Mailing Address
Not Available

Street Address
225 North Roberts
Helena, MT 59620

Phone: 406-444-2694
Fax: 406-444-2696

The Montana Historical Society and Montana's Museum are located in Helena at 225 North Roberts directly across from the the capitol building.

Season
All Year

Hours
Memorial Day - Labor Day
Monday - Sunday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Winter
Monday - Saturday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Payments
american express, master card, discover, visa, travelers checks

Reservations
Not Available

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