MonDak Heritage Center - Lewis and Clark Trail Experience

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Tuesday-Friday 10-4, Saturday 1-4

406-433-3500

lat: 47.713645 long: -104.154607

The MonDak Heritage Center is Eastern Montana’s premier museum, with a mission to engage, educate, and inspire our community by preserving and contributing to the area’s arts, culture, and heritage. Featuring: history and art exhibits in multiple galleries; original J. K. Ralston paintings and artwork; a historical “Main Street” town full of local stories and memories; art classes and youth programming; a gift shop with items from local artists, jewelers, and authors; a research library with access to historical and genealogical resources; and more!

Annual Events include: Celebrating Chocolate featuring an evening of chocolate, elegance, and music; the Youth Art Show showcasing the talents of local students; the Quilting and Needlework Show full of vibrant colors and designs; Oktoberfest featuring live music, food, and beer; Burgers, Brews, & Blues with regional blues music, local craft beer from Meadowlark Brewery, and delicious food; the Miniature Art Show; and the MonDak Christmas community event!

Historical Main Street – MDHC

Historical Main Street – MDHC

Wall of Brands – MDHC

Wall of Brands – MDHC

Main Street - General Store – MDHC

Main Street - General Store – MDHC

Main Street - House – MDHC

Main Street - House – MDHC

Art Gallery – MDHC

Art Gallery – MDHC

Art Gallery – MDHC

Art Gallery – MDHC

Concert – MDHC

Event – MDHC

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Check out our digital Travel Magazines!

Today’s Feature, The Inaugural Issue: https://publuu.com/flip-book/561309/1367654

In this issue you can find interesting historical anecdotes from the trail, key sites to see while traveling, and business/ park/ state travel information to help you along on your journey!

Click the link above for this issue or see this link for the full catalogue of available magazines: https://lewisandclark.org/travel-magazine/

Site of the Week: Travelers’ Rest Step Into His

Site of the Week: Travelers’ Rest

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During Lewis and Clark’s time, the area was an important meeting place for Indigenous tribes, with open meadows, dense forests, and the nearby Lolo Creek providing fresh water and resources. Today, the landscape remains much the same, offering visitors a glimpse into the past.
Fun fact: During the summer of 2002, archaeologists unearthed a trench latrine containing traces of mercury, fire hearths, and remnants of lead used for firearm maintenance and production. This discovery established Travelers’ Rest as the only known campsite along the Lewis and Clark Trail with physical proof of the expedition’s stay.

Visitors can explore a museum, hiking trails, and interpretive programs, where they can learn about the expedition and the Native peoples who shaped this region’s history. If you love history and nature, Travelers’ Rest is a must-visit!
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Discover History at the Nez Perce National Histori

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Step Into History at the Lewis and Clark Interpret

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