Bitter Root Valley Historical

“The general membership elects the board of directors.”

“Financials are reviewed before and after filing by the financial oversight committee and the board of directors. Form 990 is reviewed by accounting staff and board officers before filing.”

“Documents and tax returns are available on line and upon request at the museum.”

“Line 4b: outreach and educational activities the museum is an educational venue with guided and individual opportunities to explore the rich history of the bitter root. We invite our guests to experience our history through activities, events, tours, and exhibits. We are utilized by the schools in our valley and by hundreds of local school age children. Free family activities are offered every saturday morning that focuses on s.t.e.a.m. Concepts and complement our current exhibits. We present annual cultural heritage events that reinforce our living history and sense of place. Learning and exploring new things are a part of everything at the museum. New exhibits in 2022 featured the these noble brutes-bison engravings, art & history of quilts, and faces of montana. Outside on the museum lawn, living history of the nez perce exhibit was installed telling the story of the nee-mee-poo people in their own words and pictures.”

“Line 4d: other cultural heritage events the valley's diverse cultural heritage is highlighted each year with bitter root day honoring the salish culture and montana's state flower in june. The museum programs also include a cowboy music and poetry event and presentations throughout the year. The museum is a passport station for 3 national historic trails: lewis & clark, nez perce, and ice age glaciers with extensive exhibits to add to visitors' exploration of the past.”

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