C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM

GREAT FALLS, MT

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The C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls, Montana is a must-see for art lovers and history buffs alike. Located in the heart of downtown Great Falls, the museum is dedicated to the life and work of Charles M. Russell; a renowned western artist who captured the spirit and culture of the American West.

The museum is home to the world’s largest collection of the artist’s original works, including over 2,000 pieces of art, including paintings, sketches, sculptures, and prints. The museum also houses a permanent collection of Russell’s personal artifacts, such as clothing, tools, photographs, and documents. In addition, the museum offers a variety of educational programs and activities, including lectures, art classes, and gallery tours.

The museum is open to the public seven days a week, and admission is free. Visitors can explore the museum’s collection, take part in educational programs, and even shop for books, prints, and other items related to the artist's work. The museum also features a cafe, a gift shop, and a library with a variety of books about the artist and the American West.

The C.M. Russell Museum is a great destination for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The museum offers visitors a unique chance to learn more about the American West, its culture, and the life and work of one of its most iconic figures.

C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in GREAT FALLS MT. US MID #8403000062

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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The Auditorium at the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center The 25th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in Great Falls, MT was celebrated June 30 through July 2, 2023. Since 1998, the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center has brought alive the indomitable spirit of exploration embodied by the 1804-1806 Lewis and Clark Expedition through western North America and their interactions with Indigenous communities. Each year, 50,000 visitors engage in live programs with park rangers, walk interpretive trails, explore 6,000 square feet of hands-on exhibits and view movies directed by acclaimed filmmakers. USDA Forest Service Photo/Chiara Cipriano
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Contact C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM

C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM
400 13TH STREET NORTH
GREAT FALLS
MT
59401

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C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM Information

MID # 8403000062
Name C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM
Alternate Name C. M. RUSSELL MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
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LAT/LONG 47.510179, -111.285954
CODES FIPS State Code: 30
FIPS County Code: 013
US Census Tract: 000400
US Census Block: 1038