Ninepipes Museum of Early Montana’s purpose is to discover, memorialize, preserve, and protect the history and culture of the Flathead Reservation and Early Montana. It is designed for the enrichment, education, and recreation of the local residents and visitors to our valley.

Exhibits

Step into the past as you walk down the halls of our expansive exhibits and displays. You will be greeted by Artwork from famous artists such as Ace Powell, E.S. Paxson, Charles Russell, Remington, Nancy McLaughlin and more. Walk down the hall of photos to experience Early Montana through the eyes of a lens. Learn about Native American Tribes in Montana and most importantly, those that call the Flathead Reservation home as you view up close their traditional clothing and other items that played a significant role in food production, hunting and celebration. Because the Flathead Reservation was opened to homesteaders, our story would not be complete without displaying life as a cowboy, homesteader, fur trader or the first “blackrobe” missionaries.

Nature Trail

The Ninepipes Museum nature trails is a short walk on a gravel trail through manicured grounds. The views of the Mission Mountains is quite magnificent. The Nature Trail is bordered by the Ninepipe National Wildlife Refuge, a nationally recognized bird watching area with Fish and Wildlife land on all sides. With ample benches and a duck filled pond throughout the peaceful walk, the Ninepipes Nature Trail allows a break from the traffic and noise of US Highway 93.

Admissions

• Adults: $9.50

• Seniors & Veterans: $8.50

• Students: $7.50

• Children (6-12): $5.50

  School & Tour Group Rates

• Adults: $7.50

• Seniors & Veterans: $6.50

• Students: $5.50

• Children (6-12): $4.50

• Children 5 and under: FREE To schedule a group tour, please call (406) 644-3435 or email info@ninepipesmuseum.org

Events

Plan your visit around fun and educational events at Ninepipes Museum! Calendar of Events

Seasonal Business Hours

• Summer (4/30-9/19): Tuesday through Sunday, 10AM to 5PM.
• Fall (9/19-12/1): Thursday through Saturday, 10AM to 5PM
• Winter (12/1-3/6): CLOSED
• Spring (3/7-4/26): Thursday through Saturday, 10AM to 5PM

Volunteer

Volunteers are the mainstay of the Ninepipes Museum. If you have an interest in joining our volunteer team, we would be delighted to visit with you!