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Yellowstone Art Museum


The Yellowstone Art Museum is a unique and important visual arts center for Montana and the surrounding region. Founded in 1964, it is now a fully accredited museum. Contact the Museum for a current exhibition schedule or visit their website: http://yellowstone.artmuseum.org/

Permanent Collection In 1984, with a major grant from the Montana Coal Tax Fund and generous donations from private individuals, the Yellowstone Art Museum began to build a permanent collection of significant contemporary art of the region. The 'Montana Collection' represents the preservation of Western art relevant to today's West, and constitutes a living artistic heritage.

By 1991 there were 609 objects in the collection. Today there are over 3000, exceeding all expectations for growth and popularity. Major gifts from the estates of three prominent artists have tripled the size of the collection since 1992.

Additionally, the acquisition of the Virginia Snook Collection, the largest public gathering of the drawings, paintings, books and memorabilia of cowboy illustrator Will James (1892-1942), has given the Art Museum's collection another popular dimension.

The Snook collection also includes paintings and drawings by other historic regional artists, including J.H. Sharp, Charles M. Russell and others. The expanded museum will provide the physical space to present this artistic continuum to residents and tourists alike.

The beautiful building which houses Montana's finest collection of contemporary regional art is also available to house your party. If you're planning a convention, a meeting, a wedding reception, or just a gathering with friends, we have the space to suit your needs.

Hours and Season of Operation:
Season:
All Year
Hours:
Tuesday - Saturday: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 8:00pm
Closed Monday.

Open Mondays Memorial Day - Labor Day: 10:00am - 5:00pm
Payment and Reservation Information:
Payment Methods:
American Express
cash
master Card
personal Check (In State)
visa

Discount Types:
Child Discount
Group Discount
Senior Citizens
Student Discount

Reservations:
Walk-Ins Welcome
Services Offered:
Air Conditioning
books
childrens Activities
gift Shop
handicapped Accessible
instruction
merchandise
parking
pay Telephone
public Restroom
registered Historic Site
snack Bar
store
tour
unescorted Tour
Activities Offered:
Art
art Gallery
art Museum
art Show
childrens Activities
cultural
education
exhibit
folk Art
history
modern Art
museum
native Art
photography
sculpture
shopping
tour
western Art
exterior, Image By: Yellowstone Art Center
Exterior
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Map and Driving Directions
Contact Info
Mailing Address:
401 North 27th Street
Billings, MT 59101

Street Address:
401 North 27th Street
Billings, MT 59101

Phone: 406-256-6804
Fax: 406-256-6817
http://artmuseum.org
Email: artinfo@artmuseum.org
Directions
The Yellowstone Art Museum is located off Interstate 90. At the 27th Street interchange, proceed north to 4th Avenue North. The museum is located on the corner of North 27th Street and 4th Avenue North.

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