March 2026’s Selection is A History of Montana in 101 Places: Sites and Stories from the Montana Historical Society, by Ellen Baumler, Christine Brown, Martha Kohl, Kirby Lambert, and Tom Ferris.

Take a fascinating journey through Montana's dynamic history with A History of Montana in 101 Places. This book brings to life the people, battles, buildings, and landscapes that have shaped the Treasure State. From Indigenous lands to iconic structures of the modern era, this collection reveals how Montana has been continuously remade by its inhabitants.

• Explore a diverse mix of historic sites, from battlefields to schoolhouses, all reflecting Montana's cultural and political evolution.

• Essays from renowned historians and photographers, including Ellen Baumler, Martha Kohl, and Kirby Lambert.

• Beautifully illustrated with original and historical photography that captures Montana's unique architectural and cultural landscape.

Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply love Montana, this book is an essential addition to your collection. Perfect for anyone wanting to understand the state's rich, complex story through its landmark sites.

Please register here. You can either attend online through zoom or in-person at the Lewis and Clark Library. If attending online you will receive the link in the automatic confirmation email, and we will send out a reminder on the day of the event. Participants are encouraged, but not required, to read the book before the session.