Museum of the Rockies is teaming up with Lone Mountain Ranch in Big Sky to offer community lectures exploring Montana’s recent and prehistoric history. A horse-drawn wagon will take you from the lower parking lot to Ranch Hall, where you will enjoy light appetizers, beer, and wine with a family-friendly lecture. Activities appropriate for children will be provided outside of the Ranch Hall. All lectures are free and open to the public, and advanced registration is suggested. 5 p.m. | Wagon rides from the Parking Lot to the Ranch Hall 5 - 5:45 p.m. | Cocktails and Light Appetizers 5:45 p.m. | Lecture with Q&A 6:30 p.m. | Wagon rides to the Parking Lot Chaps and Hats and Buckaroos! Thursday, July 25 Listen to the Museum of the Rockies Curator of Cultural History, Michael Fox, share the fascinating history of dude ranching in Montana. He'll talk about how dude ranches like Montana's OTO Dude Ranch and Lone Mountain Ranch have helped preserve this important piece of Western American heritage. It's a great opportunity to learn about Montana's history and culture!