Always a Great stop in the Beautiful Town of Libby. We always see something New each time we go…read more This Museum is ran solely by Volunteers.

Great little community museum. Plenty of little things for kids to play with. A nice glimpse of…read morewhat life in Montana's past must have been like.

Visiting Fernie for the weekend, we decided to take a historical tour offered by the Fernie Museum…read more This isn't something that was on the top of my to-do list, but we're visiting with my in laws so more physical activities were off the table. We weren't expecting much to be honest - maybe some dry stories about founding fathers and local politicians, so we were pleasantly surprised with what turned out to be a fascinating story filled with drama and intrigue. Our guide, Lindsey, spun a well-crafted tale of Fernie's early settlers, a story complete with mayhem, mystery and even murder. Who would have guessed? I would highly recommend this tour if you've got an hour to spare. After you're done, drop by the Beanpod Chocolate shop down the street for a freshly roasted coffee and some wonderful gelato or some amazing artisan chocolate.

From the owner: The Fernie Museum highlights the story of Fernie and the Elk Valley from its use by the Ktunaxa as…read morea travel corridor to the Prairies to coal mining to the early development of tourism in its main floor exhibit, This Is Our Fernie. The Museum also features a gallery for rotating temporary exhibits, a museum shop and an archives. Located inside the Fernie Museum is the Trites & Wood Mercantile. Named after the famed Trites-Wood Department Store once located next door, the Fernie Museum's shop features a curated collection of jewelry, clothing and accessories, home décor, books, and stationary which represents Fernie's geography, culture and heritage.

Brit is fantastic! She is very knowledgeable and hospitable! The mansion is magnificent and full of…read moreincredible history and stories. If you love black cats, be sure to look for Vampire! Parking available on the street. Excellent place to visit while in Kalispell!

The Conrad is one of the most stunning residence-turned-museums I've ever been in and that's saying…read moresomething considering I've been to dozens by now because it's my favorite style of museum that isn't an art museum. My partner and I did the self-guided tour and immensely enjoyed ourselves, being able to move and read everything at our own pace. It was so amazing to learn about the local history in this way! To know that over 90% of the artifacts are original?! That's almost unheard of. It really is well preserved. I wish I was local because I'd love to see the house decorated for Xmas or go to an event there! You simply MUST visit the Conrad!

Very nice museum in downtown Kalispell. Their timber industry room was closed for remodeling, but…read morethey gave me a sneak peak anyway. Lots of information about the various indian tribes and the development of Glacier National Park. Free parking right in front.

Beautifully restored school house. History was a little weird. For example a positive spin on the…read moreColumbia Falls Aluminum Plant. They forgot the superfund, environmental issues. The room on logging only goes up to 2002. They forgot 18 years. The volunteers are very nice and will give you their version of history. We learned a little about a future exhibit on Kalispell and the turn of the century. Lots of dead animals so be warmed if this bothers you. Worth a visit for $4.

This is not a museum. You are paying to look at art for sale. One small room had a few pieces for…read moresale. The other three large room every piece had a price tag. The entrance fee should be 'free'.

Awesome Museum! We are so, so fortunate to have this is our own backyard- Flathead Valley friends!…read moreIt truly is a gem. Beyond the museum itself, which rotates shows/exhibitions regularly, the Hockaday Museum of Art is at the forefront of the art world in the Glacier Park, western, Montana history and contemporary art scene, here in Montana. They host: Arts in The Park, Plein air Glacier, artists retreats and a variety of youth art classes, to name a few. Along with their extensive list of contemporary artists who show their work at the Museum, they have a very impressive permanent collection. (Check their website or social media for exhibition dates and scheduled events). Better yet, stop-in and meet their welcoming and knowledgeable staff. As a member and a supporter of the museum, I highly encourage everyone, especially those in our small town community, to visit the museum, frequently check in to see what's new and find ways to get involved and support the many, many talented Montana artists!

This museum is fabulous…read more They have several cars from train sets on the tracks outside. A lot of these have been brought back to its original or as close as possible condition just using grant money, I understand, as it becomes available from the provincial government. One set of cars has now been named a "National Heritage" set and it is hoped a couple of other trains or the Royal Alex building receive that status soon as well. It then might make it easier for the museum to receive federal funding on a regular basis as most other museums do. Every time I go through the tour, I notice something different, something special. The staff do a good job in keeping them dustless for our benefit and the trains benefit and in protecting the cars as the tours go through. Guided tours through the cars are possible and are very interesting for the high school, adult range. The Museum is currently fundraising to finish off the rail shed and a miniature railroad (that was donated from Granville Island) set in the basement that all age kids would enjoy. The local HO club has also been trying to finish their display so as to have several miniature trains run along tracks in settings similar to around the southeast BC. One major item on their wish list I understand, is the funds to be able to construct a temperature-controlled, weather-controlled shed extending over all the cars and engines to fully keep all weather from deteriorating them any further - a very costly item. Once these trains are rusted through and can't be further restored, they are lost to our future as there aren't any other of these cars left. The Royal Alexandra is a beautiful hall with as many of the original parts as possible. She's now available for renting out for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, meetings, etc. I've had several functions in here from AGMs, Christmas parties, dance, violin, and singing recitals, masquerade party, plus other activities. It's special to look at the detailing in the roof and columns. Downstairs at the shed is a quilt about different items about Cranbrook's past. There are also many pictures taken showing the birth, growth, people, activities, all around the Cranbrook-Fort Steel area that are very interesting to read about and view.

From the outside I would never have guessed how beautiful this place is. Fabulous restorations, the…read moreCity has put a lot of money into this facility I am guessing, because it's really detailed and immaculate in quality. If you are into trains, this would be a highlight.

Nice small town museum in Bonner's Ferry. The place doubled in size since last time I was here…read moreabout 8yrs ago. Volunteer workers are friendly. It's a nice history of the town.