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![[introductory quote] "we all believe that we are about
to enter on the most perilous and dificuelt part of our Voyage, yet I See no one repineing"
-William Clark, June 20, 1805](images/quote.gif)
Please visit our new
Blackfeet Painted Tipi Exhibit
January 20 through December 31, 2009
"Enduring
Art, Spiritual Symbol"
This exhibit reveals the ritual and responsibilities associated with acquiring the right to paint or own a Blackfeet painted tipi. The exhibit utilized beautiful serigraphs (silkscreen) images and historic photographs to explain the significance of owning a painted lodge.
Sponsored in part by the LCIC Foundation, LCTHF, and Museum of the Rockies. FREE with regular admission.
A summary of our future events!
Upcoming
Events
(Click for a
4-fold pocket pamphlet to view or print.)
Star Party Extravaganza
Friday: November 20 - Click here for more.
Apirl 23, 2010
Star Party Extravaganzas are run twice yearly from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Star-gazing outdoors through large telescopes set up for public viewing. Indoor activities include portable planetarium, project activities for children and adults, plus a movie or special presenter. FREE.
Star Party
Join the Central Montana Astronomy Society outdoors from 6:00 pm to
9:00 pm monthly for a star-gazing experience with telescopes
set up for public viewing. FREE.
Friday: December 18, 2009
January 22, 2010
February 19, 2010
March 19, 2010
Drop and Shop:
"Nature Takes a Holiday"
While parents are busy preparing for the holidays, children in grades kindergarten through sixth grade enjoy three hours of activities. This year's event focuses on nature and an exploration of wildlife winter adaptations and the wonders of winter. Children make take-home projects. Advance registration required. $10.00 per child, $8.00 for second or more children. Contact (406) 727-8733.
December 12, 2009 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
December 13, 2009 - 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Flora
and Fauna Page
Visitors to our new page can view photographs and read general
information of the animals, flora, and fauna that live in
the ecosystem around the Center. Photographs by Fay and
Steve Schaller and our staff are featured.
 Trails
Page
Visitors to the Center are invited on an outdoor exploration
(weather permitting!) of the Missouri Breaks geology, prairie
vegetation and scenic views of wildlife and historic sites.
Facility
Rental:
Consider booking your next meeting, catered dinner, wedding,
or social event at the Lewis and Clark National Historic
Trail Interpretive Center. For more information contact
Bob Brown at bobbrown01@fs.fed.us
or phone (406) 727-8733.
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Special Features
- Experience The Incredible Story.
- Learn About Plains and Northwest Indian Cultures 1804-06.
- Listen to Audio Tour in Five Languages.
- View the Missouri River and Its Wildlife From Overlooks.
- Bring Your Tour Group.
- Bring Your School.
- Attend Ranger Programs Year-round.
- Register Children for Summer Camps.
- Stroll Through Native Plants Outdoors.
- Re-live the 8,000-mile Trip in the Exhibit Hall.
Request
a pre-visit packet and please plan at least two hours for your
visit.
"The gem along the trail."
- Stephen Ambrose, author of Undaunted Courage
Special
Events
Enjoy many guest speakers, special events, and fun for the whole
family year round. Many of the
events are free or are included as part of the Interpretive
Center’s entrance
fee.
Become
a Friend of the Center and get discounts on store purchases,
receive a newsletter, and be the first to see new exhibits thanks
to special invitations. |
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