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Our Mission
The Legacy of the West, Preserved.
Proudly located in the heart of Columbus, MT, Museum of the Beartooths strives to collect, preserve and share the rich history of Stillwater County.
Event
2026 Stillwater Brewfest
Join us June 20 for the Stillwater Brewfest – a benefit for the Museum of the Beartooths. Enjoy local breweries, food trucks, and live music by Charlie Denison and Groove Creek.
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June 30, 2026
Happy Independence Day from the Museum of the Beartooths!
The Museum of the Beartooths will be closed on Friday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. We wish everyone a safe, enjoyable holiday filled…
June 22, 2026
Go Off-Road into Beartooth Mining History
Have you ever wanted to visit the historic Benbow and Mouat Mines or see the Mouat Lake Camp high above the Stillwater Complex? This summer,…
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We are funded in part by coal severance taxes paid based upon coal mined in Montana and deposited in Montana’s cultural and aesthetic projects trust fund.