All contemporary art museums to visit in Montana

Experience the cutting-edge world of contemporary art at 9 museums in Montana. These museums showcase works by modern artists, exploring current themes and innovative techniques.

Are you a fan of contemporary art? These are the best contemporary art museums in Montana:

  1. Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art1

    Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art

     Great Falls, MT
    The Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art, also known as PGSMA, is an art museum situated at 1400 First Avenue North in Great Falls, Montana, United States. This museum is one of six in the city and is housed in a historic building that was constructed in 1896. The building was initially used as the city's first high school and later as a junior high school before being converted into a museum in 1977.
  2. C. M. Russell Museum Complex2

    C. M. Russell Museum Complex

     Great Falls, MT
    The C M Russell Museum Complex, situated in Great Falls, Montana, is an art museum primarily dedicated to showcasing the artwork of cowboy artist Charles Marion Russell. The museum offers a comprehensive view of Russell's work, providing visitors with a deep understanding of his life, working habits, and artistic style.
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    Tippet Rise Art Center

     Fishtail, MT
    Tippet Rise Art Center is a unique arts venue situated on a vast 12,000-acre working ranch in southcentral Montana. This location, north of Yellowstone National Park, offers visitors a unique blend of art, music, and nature in a breathtaking setting.
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    Yellowstone Art Museum

     Billings, MT
    The Yellowstone Art Museum, located in downtown Billings, Montana, is the largest contemporary art museum in the state. It was opened in October 1964 in a building that was formerly the Yellowstone County Jail. This unique location adds a historical dimension to the museum, making it not only a place for art but also a piece of Montana's past.
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    Missoula Museum of the Arts

     Missoula, MT
    The Missoula Art Museum, also known as MAM, is a contemporary art museum located in Missoula, Montana. It was originally established in 1975 under the name Missoula Museum for the Arts. This museum is a significant cultural institution in the region, offering a variety of contemporary art exhibits and collections.
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    Holter Museum of Art

     Helena, MT
    An outstanding gallery featuring multi-medial art as well as historical artworks. A must do for any art connoisseur.
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    Emerson Center for the Arts & Culture

     Bozeman, MT
    Lively cultural space that displays interesting collections of art and features performances, theater and comedy shows.
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    Liberty Village Arts Center and Gallery

     Chester, MT
    Vibrant community center seated in a former Catholic Church. Stop by to marvel at displayed artworks of both renowned and emerging artists.
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    Northcutt Steele Gallery

     Billings, MT
    First floor of the Library building offers faculty exhibitions, individual artists exhibitions of national importance, Chinese & Japanese art.