RAVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM

HAMILTON, MT

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The Ravalli County Museum, located in Hamilton, Montana, is a historical museum that showcases the history and culture of Ravalli County and the surrounding areas. The museum was established in 1955 and is housed in a beautifully restored building that was once the Hamilton High School. The museum features a wide variety of exhibits, including displays of Native American artifacts, early settlers' tools and equipment, and agricultural and mining equipment.

Visitors to the museum can explore exhibits showcasing the history of the Bitterroot Valley, from the first Native American inhabitants to the arrival of European settlers and the growth of the logging and mining industries. The museum also houses an extensive collection of photographs and documents that chronicle the area's history.

In addition to the exhibits, the museum offers educational programs and events throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and guided tours. The museum is open year-round, and admission is free, although donations are appreciated.

Overall, the Ravalli County Museum is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in the rich history and culture of Ravalli County and the surrounding areas.

RAVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in HAMILTON MT. US MID #8403000169

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 132,067 from tax period 201212 (YYYYMM).

Contact RAVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM

BITTER ROOT VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
205 BEDFORD
HAMILTON
MT
59840-2853

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RAVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM Information

MID # 8403000169
Name BITTER ROOT VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Alternate Name RAVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Mount Plains
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 810370013
NTEECC A82
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM) 201212
INCOME 156,427
REVENUE 132,067
LAT/LONG 46.244923, -114.15703
CODES FIPS State Code: 30
FIPS County Code: 081
US Census Tract: 000500
US Census Block: 5028