Back half of June sees history of Indian Economics, next Brews at MOR
Whether you’re a Gallatin Valley local or curious visitor to the area, the Museum of the Rockies is never in short supply of special events to accompany its many exhibits. Here’s a look at some upcoming happenings at our neighborhood museum.
On Thursday, June 20th, the Extreme History Project Lecture series continues with “Indian Economics 101” at 6pm. The talk will be held in Hager Auditorium and is open to the public.
The lecture will discuss how the Blackfoot Confederacy’s economic influence over the Hudson Bay region perpetuated a unique condition for early non-indigenous traders to adapt and ultimately open the door for colonial and corporate interests to decide the economic fate of the tribes, whose best interests were not supported by their trustee, the U.S. Government. This analysis also includes a contemporary understanding of how historical trauma and other conditions experienced by the Blackfoot precipitated the current issues facing tribal nations, their remaining homelands, and the potential economic opportunities (and challenges) on the horizon that could bring back a sustainable, equitable economic future through self-determination and the exercise of the inherent tribal sovereignty they reserved for themselves through treaties with the U.S. Government.
MOR’s annual summer series Hops & History continues with Montana Brewing History, Part I on Tuesday, June 25th with Bridger Brewing and The Mint Café from 5:30–7:30pm. Take a look back at the Treasure State’s pioneer brewers. Brewmasters needed experience, good sources of ingredients and a little luck to survive in Montana’s territorial days. There was always a market for their beer however, as hard-working miners, ranchers, farmers and community builders brought a taste for beer with them! Admission for this 21+ event is $15, plus a $3 souvenir mug charge for new participants – reuse your mug!
Final Hops & History events include Brewing Montana History: Part II on July 30th with Pizza Campania and Bozeman Brewing Company, followed by the closing Hops & History Season Celebration at the Living History Farm on August 27th.
MOR presents another sip-worthy event next month with the 18th Annual Wine & Culinary Classic on Saturday, July 13th. Hosted this year at MSU’s Norm Asbjornson Hall, this gorgeous new building will be the site for wine and food enthusiasts from across the country who save this special date to be a part of MOR’s classic benefit event.
Since the dawn of civilization, wine has been the essence of celebration and ceremony, flowing with the times and changing with our cultures. “Time in a Bottle” is this year’s theme, uncorking the rich history and exciting future of the world of wine, from traditional historical vineyards to edgy new players. The event promises to be a festive evening filled with delectable foods from our community’s culinary masters and more than 90 different wines – not to mention a lot of fun! Ticketing and further information can be found on the museum website. Note: This event sells out year after year, so secure your tickets early.
Also at MOR, The Real Genghis Khan exhibit is now open. Explore the culture, conquests, and heritage of one of the world’s greatest conquerors, when the treasures and stories of Genghis Khan’s Mongol Empire are presented in Bozeman for the first time. The Genghis Khan exhibition offers an adventure in the vast grassland of Central Asia, amid the relics of Genghis Khan’s reign.
Experience life in 13th-century Mongolia, entering the tents, battlegrounds, and marketplaces of a vanished world. Explore Genghis Khan’s life and those of his sons and grandsons during the formation, peak, and decline of the Mongol Empire. View rare treasures with more than 200 spectacular objects on display to illustrate this story, including gold jewelry and ornaments, silk robes, musical instruments, pottery, sophisticated weaponry, and numerous other fascinating relics and elaborate artifacts.
Accompanying the exhibit, daily live performances by Mongolian artists will feature traditional music and dances. These begin at 12:30pm and 3:30pm through Sept. 2nd in Hager Auditorium. Exhibit tours also run daily at 2:15pm.
For more information about these and other upcoming events, as well as the Museum’s exhibits, visit www.museumoftherockies.org. •
