Missoula has an abundance of art galleries compared to most of the towns in Montana. All numbers listed below are in the (406) area code. Art Museum of Missoula is located at 335 North Pattee Street. They are open Tuesday 12pm until 8pm and then again from Wednesday through Sunday from 12pm until 6pm. This contemporary art museum is located in downtown. Features 3 galleries with changing exhibits and a museum shop. Tuesday admission is … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Helena Montana
Helena is the capital city of Montana. At about 31,000 people it is one of the smaller state capital cities in the USA. Helena was founded by four prospectors from the state of Georgia in 1864. The city was first named, Last Chance Gulch. The miners were tired of finding little gold on their travels and the gulch, now downtown Helena, was where they struck it rich. Helena became a territorial capital in 1875 and a state capital in 1889. The name … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Helena Art Galleries
The following are several art galleries in Helena and or art museums. All phone numbers listed below are in the (406) area code. Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts is located at 2915 Country Club Avenue. Phone Number 443-3502. www.archiebray.org Bear's Den Custom Framing & Gallery is located at 633 Helena Ave. Phone Number 442-4151. Birds & Beasleys is located at 70 South Park Ave. Phone Number 449-0904. Visit: … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is located in the northern part of Montana. Parts of Glacier border British Columbia and Alberta. The weather in Glacier Park can change drastically at any time of the year. For example, in 1992 over a foot of snow fell on parts of Glacier in August. Summer rainfall averages about 2 to 3 inches per month. An umbrella or a good waterproof raincoat is highly recommended. Temperatures listed below are in both Celsius and … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Kalispell Art Galleries
The following are several art galleries in Helena and or art museums. Often artists during the prime of their careers will maintain a retail gallery - but as they age, close the retail space but still show their works by appointment. All phone numbers listed below are in the (406) area code. Abbrescia Fine Art & Pottery Studios are located at 12 First Ave. They are open Monday through Saturday from 11am until 5pm. Joe and Sue Abbrescia are … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – More Info
The Spokane Visitor Information center is located at 201 West Main Street. They can be reached at (509) 747-3230. www.visitspokane.com Travel information about Montana can be obtained by calling the official Montana tourism department at: 1-800-VISIT-MT or by visiting their web page at: www.visitmt.com For information about Montana State Parks call (406) 444-3750. For info about Coeur d' Alene call (208) 664-0587 or write them … [Read more...]
San Francisco, CA – Neighborhoods
Castro District is centered along Castro Street (just off of Market Street) and is one of the original gay neighborhoods in the entire country. It retains its unique heritage and gay community - rainbow flags fly proudly above the sidewalks including the tallest one at the corner of Market, Castro and 17th Streets. The world's second GLBT History Museum opened here in 2010. Harvey Milk is a name synonymous with this district - a former gay … [Read more...]
San Francisco, CA – Accommodations
The following is only a partial list of lodging options in San Francisco. A wide range of hotels are listed that accommodate various budgets. Prices range from the low (single occupancy/off season) to the high (double occupancy/high season) and are subject to change at any time. The downtown/financial district tends to be quite expensive and crowded. For budget travelers recommended lodging is in the outskirts of San Francisco - for example a … [Read more...]
San Francisco, CA – More Info
There are many sources to find information about San Francisco and the Bay area. Because San Francisco is such a well known city the problem is not in finding information but is in finding useful information. San Francisco packs an amazing amount into its 7x7 square mile area and so does this book. A must have for anyone planning a trip to this unique city. San Francisco City Guide The San Francisco Visitor Info Center 900 … [Read more...]
Vancouver, Canada – Vancouver City
Vancouver was founded in 1886; today this very cosmopolitan city anchors the west coast of Canada and attracts visitors from around the world. Those who have never been to Vancouver will be surprised by its size when viewed from a distance. Vancouver can be defined by its surrounding natural beauty but more so by its international population. Vancouver is thriving and continually pursuing the future. This is evident when one sees all the modern … [Read more...]