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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
McCall Linke, Communications Director
Northern International Livestock Exposition
(406) 256-2495
NILE Foundation Art Show Held Before the Rodeos
Billings, MT--In an effort to grow the number and dollar amount of scholarships given by the NILE Foundation an Art Show and Sale become an addition to the NILE. Local, western artists will have various pieces on display for the public to view each evening before the rodeos, October 15, and 20-22. 

The art display is hosted in the SkyBox area of the third floor of the RimRock Auto Arena. Bronzes, paintings and other pieces of art can be viewed while enjoying a beverage before the rodeo starts. The artwork may be purchased during these times and a percentage of the proceeds benefit the NILE Foundation  scholarships.

Pieces on display from these artists:
Tracy Linder
Dawn Ness
John Hull
Bob Burkhart
Jerry David Cornelia
Gordon McConnell
Mary Michael
and bronzes by Bill Rains from the Eldon & JoAnn Kuhns Collection

The NILE Foundation is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated entirely to the future of growing, strengthening, and protecting our agricultural industry and heritage. This group's mission is to support the NILE's efforts. Money is allotted to NILE ag youth programs.

Questions contact mccall@thenile.org  (406) 256-2495 www.thenile.org
The Northern International Livestock Exposition (NILE) is a non-profit organization 501(c)5 established in 1967 that is dedicated to the promotion of livestock, agriculture education, and respect of the western tradition.  For more information on the NILE call (406) 256-2495 or visit www.thenile.org. The 2016 NILE is October 15-22 in Billings, Montana.