Welcome

to the

Pioneer Museum

of

History

Preserving the Heritage

of

Gallatin County

&

Southwest Montana

NEW EXHIBITS

AVIATION IN GALLATIN COUNTY, a complete history of aviation, the people, and the planes involved.

THE BLOCK THAT WAS ROCKED, about the tragic explosion and fire, which caused one death, in March, 2009, and destroyed one block of history.

CONTINUING EXHIBITS

Located in what was the county jail, visitors can view a timeline history of Gallatin County. The 1911 building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a few of the original cells are still intact, as well as the gallows, to give a glimpse of the history of law enforcement in the county.

The American Indian exhibit reveals the great talents and craftsmanship held by these early residents of Montana. Maps illustrate the Indian territories and also the migration of mountain men and settlers into the area.

Daily life of early settlement is displayed in an authentic 1870s log cabin. The agricultural room features early farm and ranch tools. Military history is illustrated in a model of Fort Ellis, the Big Horn gun and an extensive gun collection.

Highlighted are the Sweet Pea Festival and a woman’s parlor. Smaller communities in the county are featured all the way to Yellowstone Park. Accenting the artifacts and text are vintage photographs that help tell the stories of the people and places of Gallatin County.

HELP WANTED

Job Title: Digital Coordinator 2.
Like most museums, we have far too many documents and objects to exhibit. We are in the process of creating an electronic archive and catalog, and are looking for an experienced electronic archivist to help. Download the Job Description and see if you could be part of our team. Application period closes at 5:00 PM, Friday, August 6, 2010. The Pioneer Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer.