Things to Do

Philosophy Walk: Conservation & Environment through a Big Picture Lens

In this philosophy walk led by Professor of Philosophy, Evelyn Brister, we’ll explore environmental science and conservation through a philosophical lens, incorporating considerations about justice, quality of life, and sustainability […]

PHILOSOPHY SYMPOSIUM: On Policy, Philosophy & the Environment

In this mini-symposium facilitated by community philosopher Marisa Diaz-Waian we’ll talk with guest panelists involved with the release of book “A Watershed Moment: The American West in the Age of […]

“Mount Helena’s Changing Forest” Field Trip

Helena, Montana — FREE For twenty-two (22) years, C. R. Anderson Middle School 7th grade students have been collecting data from permanent plots on Mount Helena. The Eastern Montana Chapter […]

Historic Window Restoration Workshop

Windows are an essential feature on any historic building and properly maintained, they can last for hundreds of years. Participants will learn the techniques from Preserve Montana’s skilled restoration crew […]

World Migratory Bird Day Festival

World Migratory Bird Day festival is back! Join us for a celebration of birds with this free, family-friendly event. There is something for everyone to enjoy: Guided bird walks Live […]

Across the Divide 2025 Exhibition Opening Reception

In this semi-annual exhibit, the Holter partners with colleges across Montana to celebrate the Arts in Education. It showcases and celebrates exemplary artists across the state who are devoted to […]

Helena Valley Highland Gathering

Experience a day of Celtic excitement at the Helena Highland Gathering on July 19, 2025, at the new East Helena Rodeo Grounds! Enjoy live music, Irish dancers, delicious food, unique […]

Montana Writers Rodeo

The Montana Writers Rodeo is a two-day writers conference at the Helena Avenue Theatre. Begins Friday May 9, at 3:30 PM and goes through Sat May 10, 9:00 PM. Friday […]

Philosophy On Broadway

A FUN NIGHT WITH FRIENDS Live music, good food & wine, good convo & company…sounds like a community symposium to us! And what a fun way to celebrate and support […]

Reading & Discussion Series: Plato's Phaedrus

SYNOPSIS The Phaedrus is arguably the most beautiful of Plato’s dialogues. This comes as no surprise, since the subject of this dialogue is “Beauty in all its varieties, at every […]