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Celebrating the history of Gallatin County and the surrounding region. Admission - Adults-$7.50, Seniors-$5.00, Military-$5.00, Children 12 and under-FREE, Gallatin Historical Society Members-FREE

Story

The Gallatin Historical Society, founded in 1977, moved into two rooms in the county jail building in 1979. Built in 1911, the jail was already considered an historic structure. When prisoners were moved to new quarters in January 1982, the county commissioners granted the Society use of the entire building for the Pioneer Museum.
In 2014 the membership voted in favor of changing the name to Gallatin History Museum to better reflect the collection and better serve the community.

Since 1982, the Gallatin History Museum has offered a variety of changing exhibits portraying earlier days in the Gallatin Valley. GHM is also active with an ambitious outreach program, sending exhibits of photographs and artifacts to fairs, banks, schools, and conferences.

Museum admission costs $5.00 per person, with school groups, members and children under 12 admitted without charge.

An extensive research library and photographic archive are available, free of charge, to visitors during regular museum hours. Many of our historical photographs are available for purchase, along with the wonderful items in the museum bookstore.

Mission

To preserve, promote, and foster the history of Gallatin County and Southwest Montana

Address: 317 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
Phone: (406) 522-8122
gro.muesumyrotsihnitallag@aidem
State: Montana
City: Bozeman
Zip Code: 59715


Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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Reviews
I didn't know how much content was in the museum. I spent over an hour and didn't finish the 1st floor. A knowledgeable guide started me off and then let me roam. Many of the stations are tactile & encourage interactivity. There is also a good book store with many local authors represented. The staff was very helpful here and answered a lot of my questions. I didn't explore the library, but it was surprisingly large. A fantastic value & a good time.
7 years ago (19-01-2018)
Had a wonderful time here, lots of really good history on Bozeman and the surrounding area, we got lucky enough to go with the kids on the Halloween scavenger hunt they had and it was amazing.
7 years ago (08-02-2018)
Excellent museum with great content. The staff was very helpful and basically took us on a tour.
7 years ago (14-11-2017)
I often take guests here when they are visiting. The museum is fascinating and fun for all ages. It makes for a great afternoon! My boys especially like pretending to be prisoners in the cells which are still accessible.
8 years ago (18-01-2017)
Cheap and deceiving from the outside excellent museum went here while my car was getting fixed. Didnt think I would enjoy it as much as I did
8 years ago (23-05-2017)
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