There are many upcoming informational lectures—on top of their wonderful exhibits—to choose from at the Museum of the Rockies. Here’s a look at what’s coming up.
The Elise R. Donohue Lectures on the American West In Memory of Walter Rosenberry continue with a presentation of “A Snapshot Conversation: The Collection of Robert E. Jackson,” Tuesday, October 4th in Hager Auditorium beginning at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public. Photography plays a crucial role in documenting the history of the American West. The differences between professional photographers’ work and that seen in snapshots is the topic of this lecture by Robert Jackson. His breathtaking collection of American snapshots was the topic of a major exhibition at the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. in 2007, and marks a turning point in the historical and artistic appreciation of this photographic genre. Join in for an evening with one of America’s most respected collectors and interpreters of the snapshot.
Another edition of the Gallatin History Museum Lecture Series will follow on Wednesday, October 5th with “Bozeman’s Legendary Locals” in Hager Auditorium beginning at 6pm. Lead by speaker Rachel Phillips, this event is free and open to the public. Join MOR and the Gallatin History Museum with monthly lectures focused on the dynamic and lively history of the Gallatin Valley.
The Leisure & Luxury Faculty and Distinguished Guests Lecture Series will present a number of informative lectures that will explore a diverse range of topics related to the exhibition, “Leisure & Luxury in the Age of Nero: The Villas of Oplontis Near Pompeii.” Led by faculty from Montana State University and visiting presenters, this series of lectures will highlight the unique connections between the ecosystems and cultural systems of the Yellowstone region and the ancient Bay of Naples. “Staging Oplontis: A Brief History of the Recovery and Recreation of Villas A & B” with Dr. Regina Gee, Associate Professor of Art History, Montana State University, will be held on Thursday, October 6th in Hager Auditorium beginning at 6pm. “Vesuvius in Ash and Ink: Geologic and Literary Chronicles of a Catastrophe” with Dr. David Bowen, Assistant Research Professor of Earth Sciences, Montana State University and Megan Bowen, Ph.D. candidate in Classics, University of Virginia, will follow on Thursday, October 20th in Hager Auditorium beginning at 6pm. A reception will follow each of these lectures. This event is free and open to the public.
The Extreme History Project Lecture Series returns with “Sensing the Difference: The Historical Association of Sensory Elements with Cultural ‘Otherness’” with C. Riley Augè, PhD., on Wednesday, October 26th in Hager Auditorium beginning at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public. MOR is pleased to host this lecture series that encourages public understanding of the way our history has shaped our present. Speakers will take a fresh look at intriguing historical topics.
Using the past and present, Museum of the Rockies inspires life-long learning in science, history, culture, and art; advances knowledge through collections, research and discovery; and presents engaging, vibrant exhibits and programming. MOR brings the world to Montana and Montana to the world. For more information for these and future events, or to register, visit www.museumoftherockies.org/ or call (406) 994-5257. •
