Being a former Rustler, visited this when we came back for a visit. It did not disappoint. Russell was a great landscape artist and we enjoyed our time there.
I have always been a big fan of Charles Russell's work so when visiting MT I made a point of visiting his home and studio. I was not disappointed. I loved every minute of it and highly urge anyone, fan of Russell or not, take the time to visit this national treasure!
In addition to the art museum you get to tour Charlie's log cabin studio and it is a plus. Many artifacts from his time are preserved here.
This art museum is fabulous if you like CM Russell. You will need at least 2 hours to enjoy the facility. Not suitable for young children. There is nothing for children to do except run around and touch where they shouldn't. Curators had trouble with parents who didn't control their children.....no concept of proper behaviour in such a facility. The Museum portion is awesome as well. Take your time and enjoy the "whole experience".
Take your time going through the museum and studio. It's well worth it. We got in late and staff welcomed us to come back the next morning to go through everything again with more time and no extra fees. CMR - excellent and breathtaking displays. Personal illustrated letters very well displayed. Books available are very reasonably priced. Sculpture is worth looking at up close and personal!! Native American displays the best we've seen in 20 years of traveling the western US.
This is a must see if you visit the area. This museum is one of the best I have seen for a long time. It is not too large, just the right amount of space to showcase the artist and his work. The staff is great and you get an all day pass with your admission.
this is an amazing museum it has lots of bronzes and paintings. there is also a child's play area and a fabulous museum shop
Had a great time going back to this museum with friends from out of state. Clearly the premier collection of CMR art, information and history. Always a treat to go into his log cabin studio, see the art and smell the smells. His horse-drawn hearse always brings a tear. Wish I could have met him. Definitely a don't miss if you are in the area/ town.
With Charlie's home and log studio on the same block in Great Falls, the museum really comes to life. Built down instead of up, you descend into Charlie's life. Not the most savvy guy as far as money was concerned, his wife was the real entrepreneur. In addition to the fantastic collection of his paintings and sculptures, there is a good Browning gun collection as well as a traveling exhibit area. When we were there last, Warhol was on display. DO NOT MISS THIS as you travel through Montana.
Not normally a huge museum person but this was a very enjoyable visit. Wonderful gun collection, indian clothing/culture and bison exhibit are some of the highlights of my trip there. Oh yes, and the spectacular artwork!