Then and Now: Understanding and Playing Montana’s Traditional Tribal Game

The History Museum & Research Center invites the public to experience the rich cultural heritage of Montana’s Native American communities through a free admission program from the Traditional Native Games of Montana on Second Saturday, January 11! At 1pm in The History Museum’s Ozark Club event room, expert presenters Laura Tolmich, Traditional Games Director, and DeeAnna Brady-Leader, Traditional Games Planning, will lead the engaging and interactive event. They will delve into the history and significance of traditional Native games, highlighting efforts to recover, restore, and preserve these important cultural practices.

During the presentation, attendees will have the opportunity to:

– Learn about the history and cultural significance of traditional Native games,

– View traditional game pieces and understand their importance,

– Understand game rules and benefits, past and present,

– Participate in a fun and interactive tournament, testing their chance and intuition.

The presentation will be offered at 1pm, 2pm, and 3pm. Tolmich and Brady-Leader will also be available to answer questions before and after each session.