Welcome
The mission of the Montana Natural History Center is to promote and cultivate the appreciation, understanding and stewardship of nature through education. MNHC is a non-profit organization founded in 1991 by a group of educators who had the vision to create a natural history center as a resource for schools and the public. Originally housed on the University of Montana campus, MNHC continued to grow and outgrow its rented space at Fort Missoula. In 2004, MNHC purchased its first home at 120 Hickory Street, at the edge of McCormick Park in the heart of Missoula.
Education Programs
We are pleased to offer a Fall 2010 Montana Master Naturalist Course, taught by MNHC Naturalist Alyssa McLean. This is a 6-week course beginning September 7th and ending on October 14th, with the class meeting each Tuesday and Thursday evening from 4-7pm, plus three full-day Saturday field trips. Master Naturalist Certification is possible with 8 hours of post-class volunteer service.
The cost of the course is $295. A $50 deposit must be paid upon registration to hold one’s spot. Call MNHC at 327.0405 or email office @ montananaturalist.org to register. These classes fill up quickly, so make sure to sign up early!
3 college credits will be available (pending approval).
Community Activities
Our annual dinner & auction will be Friday, October 1, 2010, at the Doubletree Hotel in downtown Missoula (at 100 Madison St.), beginning at 5:00pm. Please join us for an evening of:
* Live music by Bob Wire
* Silent & Live Auctions with Bitterroot Auctioneer Jim Ellis
* Door prizes and fun!
Bid on nature excursions, international travel packages, local dinners and services, original artwork and more! Proceeds support our nature educational programs.
Tickets are $50. Please RSVP by September 24th by calling 406.327.0405.
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