Strange Histories in the Forgotten West Photos and Article by L. Abigail Jones For all his affability, Indiana Jones is kind of a liar. While archaeology can include elements of fun, real [...]
The Role of the Church in Montana Communities By Brad Reynolds, photo by Todd Klassy I grew up in a church family, so you’d think that “church” would be an easy subject for me to tackle; however, [...]
Saloons have existed for centuries, but the term was not widely used until the 1840s. Several names used prior to then include Tavern, alehouse, and taproom. Other names were given, such as [...]
Americans will always have a fascination with the Wild West. It was a time of fear, excitement, and adventure. Pioneers braved new lands. Indians fought for their heritage. Outlaws were kept at [...]
As a vehicle, the stagecoach had been nearly perfected in its two centuries of use in America. There were many types: the Troy coach, the mud wagon, the Concord coach, and various coaches of [...]
In 1864, Russell was born in Missouri, far from the Wild West. He came from a wealthy family that owned a manufacturing business, and though his future seemed secure in it, Russell’s interests [...]
There is no comprehensive study of prostitution in Montana, but history clearly reveals a handful of colorful women who found financial security, owned property, and successfully navigated [...]
“When I was a kid, my dad would say, ‘Tie that horse up and do your homework. You’re not going to make money playing cowboys and Indians.’ So I went to Hollywood and proved him wrong.” For [...]
Fur trappers were often young men who liked the quiet of the forests better than the noise and bustle of a city. They liked not having a boss telling them what to do. They liked exploring new [...]
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