An Intro to the Montana Historical Society Photograph Archives

Touchmark on Saddle Drive 915 Saddle Drive, Helena, MT, United States

Throughout Montana’s history, the Montana Historical Society has acquired more than 1.25 million photographs in thousands of collections. Together, these images document the myriad lives and landscapes of the Treasure State’s history. Photo Archivist Jeff Malcomson will share what the MTHS photo archives are about and reveal compelling examples from four of the major collections.

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Hot August Night Car Show at Touchmark

Touchmark on Saddle Drive 915 Saddle Drive, Helena, MT, United States

Car enthusiasts and guests are invited to enjoy a selection of vintage cars along with live music by Gary Frigo, refreshments, and a barbecue dinner served between 4 - 6 pm for a suggested donation of $10. All proceeds will benefit the Helena Angel Fund, which supports underserved students. Be sure to stick around for […]

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A Visit with Dianne Carlson

Touchmark on Saddle Drive 915 Saddle Drive, Helena, MT, United States

“A Visit with Diane Carlson Evans,” she will speak about her experiences as a former nurse in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and as the founder of the Vietnam Women’s Memorial Foundation. Evans is the author of “Healing Wounds: A Vietnam War Combat Nurse’s 10-Year Fight to Win Women a Place of […]

50 Things I Know about Montana History

Touchmark on Saddle Drive 915 Saddle Drive, Helena, MT, United States

Kirby Lambert will share perspectives from the 35-plus years he worked at the Montana Historical Society. Lambert was continually delighted by his ongoing exposure to Montana’s colorful history. Join him as he shares 50 insights – sometimes serious, but more often not – in a fast-paced romp through the Treasure State’s past in “50 Things […]

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Montana’s Holiday Tables and Tales

Touchmark on Saddle Drive 915 Saddle Drive, Helena, MT, United States

Zoe Ann Stoltz, a retired MTHS reference historian, shares her love of food and its history during her presentation. Join her as she reminisces about holidays past. For example, how did 1863 miners make eggnog without chickens? How were oysters a staple? From the gold rush to drought and depression, all are studies in ingenuity […]

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Trevor & Lorena – Comedy Magic Show

Touchmark on Saddle Drive 915 Saddle Drive, Helena, MT, United States

Sunday, July 31 from 1 – 2 pm • Touchmark Front Lawn Join Trevor and Lorena Watters for a roller coaster ride of laughter, mischief, and spectacular illusions. A blend of classic comedy and magical innovation, this show has won over 20 international awards. Laughter isn’t the only sweet treat of the afternoon! Enjoy cotton […]

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