The Judith Basin County Museum was opened in 1967 and displays many old time articles, old pictures and history books. There is a collection of over 2000 salt and paper shakers, more than 50,000 buttons, Indian artifacts and many more items. Charles M. Russel l, a famous Western artist, lived and painted many of his paintings in this area. A display of some of his work is included in the museum. No admission charge but donations welcome.

Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.

Location: PO Box 38, 203 First Avenue, Stanford Montana 59479 Telephone 406-566-2974

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Montana Events Are: RUST - Rails Under the Stars Big Sky December 19 Annual Montana State Chokecherry Festival Lewistown continuing Elves Decorate for Christmas Bigfork November 21 First Night Missoula Missoula December 31 Christmas Stroll and Parade of Lights Great Falls December 4

Other upcoming events include: RUST - Rails Under the Stars Big Sky December 19 Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale Billings November 28 thru November 29 First Night Missoula Missoula December 31 Christmas Tours at the Conrad Mansion Kalispell November 27 thru December 27 Holiday Festival of the Arts Bozeman November 27 thru November 28