Bozeman Magazine

Museum of the Rockies is teaming up with Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky, MT, to offer community lectures exploring Montana’s recent and ancient history. A horse-drawn wagon will take you from the lower parking lot to Ranch Hall, where you will enjoy light appetizers, beer, and wine with the lecture. Activities appropriate for children will be provided outside of the Ranch Hall.

This is a three-part series of monthly lectures on Thursdays, each with a reception at 4:00 p.m. and a lecture at 4:30 p.m. Thursday, June 13 | Discovering Dinosaurs in Montana with the John R. Horner Curator of Paleontology Dr. John Scannella • Dinosaur discoveries in Montana have shaped the world’s view of how these incredible animals lived, grew, and thrived for over 150 million years. Each summer, field crews from Museum of the Rockies continue to explore the region and uncover new clues to reconstruct the deep past. Join Museum of the Rockies’ John R. Horner Curator of Paleontology Dr. John Scannella as he discusses the museum’s ongoing exploration of the Age of Dinosaurs and how regional discoveries impact our understanding of life on Earth.

Thursday, July 11 | Chaps and Hats and Buckaroos! with Curator of Cultural History Michael Fox • Join Museum of the Rockies' Curator of Cultural History Michael Fox as he interprets the history of dude ranching in Montana, whose economic and cultural importance continues today. The talk will start with Montana's first dude ranch, OTO Dude Ranch, represented in the museum's cultural history collections. This presentation explains how Montana dude ranches, including Lone Mountain Ranch, are critical in preserving this piece of Western American heritage.

Thursday, August 8 | A Glass of Beer History with Executive Director Chris Dobbs • Join Museum of the Rockies' Executive Director Christopher Dobbs as he discusses the social history of beer, its role in the United States, and Montana’s beer traditions.