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Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana

Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana

Museum Hours:   

New Fall/Winter hours begin Tuesday, September 6th,  Wednesdays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.  We close to the public for the winter Sunday December 11th and reopen in March 2023.   To schedule tours by appointment during the off season please call (406)-644-3435, or email info@ninepipesmuseum.org.

Museum Contents
The displays contain hundreds of Western Plains Indian items that depict the past life of all the Tribes of Montana and surrounding states. These items are not reproductions, but true artifacts. Because the Flathead Reservation was opened to homesteaders, the displays also represent the life of cowboys and early settlers, the fur trade and the Blackrobe missionaries.

Schools, Tourists, and Residents
Part of the Ninepipes Museum’s mission is to make this history available to the schools throughout the area and students from other states and countries with tours conducted by Bud Cheff, the founder and other volunteers and board members.  This allows the very unique opportunity to know firsthand the stories that accompany the objects. We host educational outreach programs to the area’s schools as well as the Flathead Reservation Boys and Girls Club. The museum is an invaluable resource for educating our children and for assisting the area through tourism. The Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana is an excellent source for Geo-travelers, as it enhances the geographical character of the area, including the environment, heritage, aesthetics and culture for all who visit, tourists and residents.

Going Forward
Our ongoing goal is to expand our facility, programs and contents, and to continue to improve our standards as a quality museum.  We invite you to become a member. This will keep you updated on our progress and other events including historical tales through the quarterly newsletter.

Gift Shop
Visitors are sure to find something in our museum gift shop that represents our local culture and history. We carry a wide variety of quality items at a range of prices, from books, jewelry, blankets and craft supplies, to clothing and fine candies made in Montana. The museum has a great selection of cards, posters, and prints by local artists, native beadwork, traditionally tanned hides, handcrafted bows and arrows, and more.  We are looking forward to bringing more items to you virtually this fall so keep checking back.

We look forward to your visit!

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Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana is supported partly by local business.  These businesses help to support the museum.  They are much appreciated.

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We greatly appreciate our visitors and patrons!

MUSEUM ADMISSION FEES
Adults $9
Seniors/Veterans $8
Students $7
Children (ages 6 -12) $5

Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana is listed as a Blue Star Memorial Museum, able to offer free admission to the nation’s active duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve, from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

FAMILY RATES
Adults $7.50
Seniors and Veterans $6.50
Students $5.50
Children:
Ages 6-12 $4.00
5 and under Free

SCHOOL AND TOUR GROUPS
20 or more individuals
Adults $7.00
Seniors and Veterans $6.00
Students $5.50
Children Ages 6-12 $4.00

Call 406-644-3435 or email us at info@ninepipesmuseum.org to schedule your tour.

69316 Highway 93 Charlo, MT 59824

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Testimonials

This is one of the most exquisite displays of Euro/Indian cultural meeting I’ve seen. Beautifully organized and displayed — Connie, Gig Harbor, WA

Very thoughtful narrative and photos and artwork. Good to hear detail told in its timeline. Wish I had more time to spend. Thank you — Penny, Grand Rapids, MI

What a wonderful introduction to the people of the area and their history. Thank you. — Adam, Worcester, MA

Learned so much about local Native American tribes. Extremely interesting. — Bernadette, Bennington, VT

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Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana

69316 Highway 93 Charlo, MT 59824

Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana is a 501(c)3 non-profit located in rural Northwest Montana. Donations are tax deductible.

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