Some historians work in watercolor and oil
Charles Marion Russell (1864-1926) is one of America’s greatest artists. He lived the life he captures on canvas, creating a breathtaking historical record of Western cultures, landscapes, and wildlife. Come be inspired by his masterful works and experience the West as it really was at the C.M. Russell Museum.
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The Russell: An Exhibition and Sale
Virtual Museum
A robe is spread and the pipe lit for you always.
– Charles M. Russell
Meet Charlie
Charles Marion Russell (1864–1926) masterfully captured the art and soul of the American West as it was transforming before his eyes. While he fulfilled his dream of an authentic cowboy life in Montana, he was also gifting the world with an inspired visual record celebrating Indigenous culture, Western narratives, grand landscapes, and majestic wildlife scenes. While his art is considered historic, his spirit is timeless.
Exhibition Spotlights
Through the Lens of Joseph Henry Sharp
Joseph Henry Sharp’s first visit to southeastern Montana was in 1899 on the Crow Agency. From 1902 until 1910, Sharp spent the fall and winter months on the reservation, where he built a log cabin studio.
CHARLES M. RUSSELL: THE LEGACY
Charles M. Russell: The Legacy of America’s Cowboy Artist, celebrates the C.M. Russell Museum’s extensive permanent collection of Russell oil paintings, watercolors, bronzes, clay models, illustrated letters, pen-and-ink drawings, and published illustrations showcasing the astonishing depth and range of Charles M. Russell (1864–1926).
Latest News
2021 Spring Educational Symposium
Back-Tracking in Memory - Recollections, Reflections, and Personal Perspectives by Nancy Cooper Russell
2021 5th Grade Essay Contest
Recently, the C.M. Russell Museum held a virtual ceremony to honor the students who participated in this year's
Remembering Russell’s West: Portrait of Nancy Russell
Introduction from Dr. Larry Len Peterson William T. Ridgley, his future wife Josephine Trigg, Charlie, and Nancy Russell camping
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Hours
Thursday through Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Museum is closed on the following holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day through New Year’s Day, Easter.
Rates
- Adults: $14
- Seniors (age 55+): $11
- Veterans: $11
- Scheduled Tour Groups: $11
- Students: $4
- Age 5 and under: Free
- Active Military and their family members: Free