Unseen Stories: Montana’s Red-Light Districts and the Communities That Shaped Them

Unseen Stories: Montana’s Red-Light Districts and the Communities That Shaped Them
August 14 | 6 -8pm | Gallery 16

Join public historian Sophia Etier for a fascinating look at Montana’s lesser-known past. From 1865 to 1917, the state’s booming industries gave rise not only to thriving cities but also to vibrant, complex red-light districts. This program explores the social fabric of these communities - highlighting the lives of marginalized residents, including African American and Chinese Montanans, whose contributions have long been overlooked. Come hear the real stories of the people who helped shape Montana’s Gilded Age.

This program complements August’s Russell Book Club selection, Montana Madams. A reminder that the Russell Book Club meets the last Tuesday of each month in the museum gift shop. The book is available in-store or online at our website.

You may also like the following events from The C.M. Russell Museum:

• This Saturday, 9th August, 01:00 pm, Smokey Bear Birthday Celebration in Great Falls
• Next Wednesday, 13th August, 12:00 pm, Discover the Stories Behind the Art — Join a Guided Tour This Summer! in Great Falls