PIONEER MUSEUM

BOZEMAN, MT

Douglasia montana - mountain douglasia Mountain douglasia growing along a ridgeline at the southeast end of the Bridger Range, Gallatin County, Montana. This area experienced a burn during early September 2020 but mainly to the north of this site. This south facing ridgeline represents open understory of primarily Douglas fir and secondarily limber pine.
Douglasia montana - mountain douglasia Credit: Matt Lavin

The Pioneer Museum in Bozeman, MT is dedicated to preserving the rich cultural history of the Gallatin Valley and Southwest Montana. The museum is housed in the former Gallatin County jail, which was built in 1911 and used as a jail until 1979. The building has been restored and is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The museum features exhibits that showcase the daily life of early settlers in the area, including Native Americans, ranchers, farmers, and miners. Visitors can explore the museum's extensive collection of artifacts, including clothing, tools, furniture, and photographs. The museum also features a research library with over 10,000 books, newspapers, and manuscripts.

In addition to its exhibits, the Pioneer Museum hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and demonstrations. The museum also offers guided tours for groups and school field trips.

Overall, the Pioneer Museum is a fascinating destination for anyone interested in the history of the American West. Its extensive collection of artifacts and exhibits provide a glimpse into the lives of early settlers, and its educational programs offer a unique opportunity to learn about the region's rich cultural heritage.

PIONEER MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BOZEMAN MT. US MID #8403000014

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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PIONEER MUSEUM
314 WEST MAIN ST.
BOZEMAN
MT
59715

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PIONEER MUSEUM Information

MID # 8403000014
Name PIONEER MUSEUM
Alternate Name PIONEER MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
NTEECC
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 45.679339, -111.041785
CODES FIPS State Code: 30
FIPS County Code: 031
US Census Tract: 000800
US Census Block: 2002