Montana Historical Society Museum: Virtual Exhibits

Treasures From The Montana Historical Society Museum Collection
Objects from the past comprise the heart and soul of the Montana Historical Society. Individually, these items provide fascinating glimpses into the lives of earlier generations of Montanans. Together, however, the stories told by the hundreds of tho... View Exhibit Page
The Poindexter Collection of Modern Art
The Poindexter Collection, part of our fine art collection, consists of an extraordinary assemblage of 99 works of art which represent the New York School of Abstract Expressionism - a defining art movement of the mid-20th century which had world-wid... View Exhibit Page
An Artist's Journey: The Life & Works of E. S. Paxson
Edgar Samuel Paxson was born April 25, 1852, in East Hamburg, New York. His early education was at Websters Corners, now called Orchard Park, New York. There he met his future wife, Laura Millicent Johnson. He then studied at the Friends Institute, k... View Exhibit Page
Joe Scheuerle and His Remarkable Indian Gallery
Joseph G. Scheuerle (1873 - 1948) was a remarkable but little-known Western artist. Beginning in 1909 he made many visits to indian reservations in Montana and across the west where he painted exceptional portraits of American Indians that were, in h... View Exhibit Page
Eloquene in Wood: The art of John L. Clarke
"Through his wood sculpture, he spoke eloquently of the world that he knew and loved, so eloquently that words were not necessary." Dale Burk, new Interpretations
Eloquence in Wood examines the artistic vision of a man... View Exhibit Page
And the Bride Wore…: Montana Weddings, 1900-1960
Weddings are profoundly personal and intensely public, reflecting every couple's own wishes and the times and culture in which they live. Throughout Montana history, couples have wed in large community celebrations and simple courthouse proceedings,... View Exhibit Page
Traditions in Color and Comfort:: Montana's Quilting Heritage
Traditions in Color and Comfort: Montana's Quilting Heritage offers a connection to the quilters from our past and highlights the artistry and beauty of quilts selected from the Montana Historical Society's permanent collection. These wonderfu... View Exhibit Page
Big Game, Big Stories: Montana's Hunting Heritage
For thousands of years, hunting has sustained Montana's people; physically, culturally, and spiritually. The methods, ecology, and meanings of hunting have changed over time - from first peoples' nomadic hunting to market hunters' decimation of game... View Exhibit Page
Times of Trouble, Times of Change: Montana and the Great War
When the United States entered World War I in April 1917 to make the world "safe for democracy," a conflict over American ideals erupted at home.
Many Montanans supported the war effort. They worked on farms, labored in mines, knit items f... View Exhibit Page