Browse Exhibits (5 total)

Orchards in Western Montana

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During the first half of the 20th century, orchards were an important part of Western Montana’s economy, particularly in the Bitterroot and Flathead Valleys. This exhibit features a selection of photographs, brochures and pamphlets related to orchards in the region.

All materials featured in this exhibit are held by Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, University of Montana-Missoula. Email Archives and Special Collections if you have comments or questions about this exhibit.

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Trading Posts and Mercantiles in Montana

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Who founded the first trading post in 1907? Were there many mercantiles or general stores in Missoula and the surrounding area? This exhibit features images and advertisements that illustrate the history of retail in Montana and highlight traders, trading posts, and general stores around the region.

All materials featured in this exhibit are held by Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, University of Montana-Missoula. Email Archives and Special Collections if you have comments or questions about this exhibit.

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A Matter of Perspective: Women Writers and Montana 1890-1930

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Montana is home to a number of prominent women authors, although their work is often overshadowed by that of their male peers. The exhibit tells the story of several of Montana’s women writers, using text from their published manuscripts.

The books featured in this exhibit are held by Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, University of Montana-Missoula. Email Archives and Special Collections if you have comments or questions about this exhibit.

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A History of the High School Interscholastic Meet

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In the spring of 1904, the first state high school Interscholastic Meet was held on the University of Montana-Missoula campus. The meet brought high school students from across Montana together for athletic and academic competition. This exhibit illustrates the history of the meet and features photographs, programs, ribbons and other memorabilia.The meet programs and official announcements have been digitized and may be accessed via ScholarWorks.

All materials featured in this exhibit are held by Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, University of Montana-Missoula. Email Archives and Special Collections if you have comments or questions about this exhibit.

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Finding Children in the Archives

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Finding children in most archives can be a challenge. This exhibit feature photos, letters, drawings, and books that offer a quick view of the fragmented pieces of children’s lives that remain amongst other family and business papers in the archives.

All materials featured in this exhibit are held by Archives and Special Collections, Maureen and Mike Mansfield Library, University of Montana-Missoula. Email Archives and Special Collections if you have comments or questions about this exhibit.

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