Mansion Monthly
April 2013
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Greetings!

 

Happy Spring from the Mansion!

 

CM Spring
Don't forget to get your tickets early for the Death by Chocolate Murder Mystery Event on April 26 & 27.  See below for more information.

We're also busy preparing for our summer opening on May 15th with a new clothing exhibit created by Teresa Knutson & Sarah Safford- more details will be included in the next newsletter.   


Although we aren't open for daily tours yet, the gift shop is open throughout the year, call 755-2166 for hours.

 

Thank you, as always, for your support of the Conrad Mansion Museum!

 

Gennifer, Margot & the Mansion Staff

 

 DBC 2013 Poster

Murder at the Hop tickets are on sale now!
 
Tickets are $55 per person ($50 for members)
 
Tickets are available at the Conrad Mansion Museum and these fine businesses:

 

Columbia Falls - Station 8, 38 Hwy 2 East

Bigfork - Persimmon Gallery, 537 Electric Avenue

Whitefish - Whitefish Gift & Gear, 229 Central Avenue

Kalispell - Bookshelf, 101 Main Street


Don't miss this great event that benefits
Conrad Mansion Museum!

A special THANK YOU to Mike Groff with Gander Cat Designs for donating his time and talent in creating the posters (shown above) for this years event.
 
SAVE THE DATE - September 12th
Conrad Buffalo Bash & Sideshow

  buffalo

We are excited to announce a great new event on Thursday, September 12, 2013 that will benefit the Conrad Mansion Museum.

 

The Conrad Buffalo Bash & Sideshow will be the first of it's kind in the valley.  Join us at the Spring Brook Ranch and enjoy buffalo stew with all the fixings, live music around the campfire, learn about the Conrad buffalo herd and view the buffalo that reside there today.   

 

Only 100 tickets will be sold for this special event so make plans to join the fun!  More details and ticket information will be available soon.

Conrad Mansion Dragon Boat Team?

Dragon Boat 2012

The Dragon Boat Races last September were arguably one of the best events of the summer.

 

The Conrad Mansion Museum is thinking about organizing it's own team for the 2nd Annual Dragon Boat Festival on September 7 & 8, 2013.  Before we commit, we want to see if YOU are interested in joining the team.  We'll need 20 rowers and a drummer.  The cost will be approximately $60 per person (includes boat fees and a tee shirt).  We'll also try to raise additional funds to support the team and benefit the Conrad Mansion Museum.

 

Please email us at media@conradmansion.com if you are interested in being part of the Conrad team.  Thanks!

Nativity Makeover - Second Piece 
BJ before

Baby Jesus is the second piece that Miriam Emerson has restored of the Nativity Scene that was donated to the Conrad Mansion in the early 80's.  

 

 

 

BJ in process

   

 

BJ finished

These photos showcase the before, during and after progress of Miriam's restoration of Baby Jesus.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We will be highlighting a different piece each month then showcase the full scene at the 30th Annual Christmas at the Mansion event in October.

 

 

 

We are grateful to the long-time Kalispell residents Rosalie Heineke, Lois Himsel, and Gerene Little for the original donation. Also a special thank you to Miriam Emerson for taking on the restoration of these wonderful pieces.  Please see our Nativity Scene Restoration page  on our website for more information on this project.

  

Please also enjoy this inspiring letter from Miriam as to why she decided to help the Mansion and encouragement for others to do the same...please click this link for the letter

2013 Special Events

 

12th Annual Death By Chocolate
April 26 & 27

 

Guided Tours Start for the Season

May 15

 

Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social

July 4

 

Conrad Buffalo Bash & Sideshow

September 12

 

Ghost Tours

Oct 4 & 5

 

30th Annual Christmas at the Mansion

Oct 25-27

 

Christmas Tours

Nov 29-Dec 28 (Fri & Sat)

 

Christmas Tea & Tour

Nov 30-Dec 21 (Saturdays)

 

Children's Christmas

Dec 12

 

Valley Voices Christmas Choir

Dec 19

 

We'll be sure to keep you updated in our monthly e-newsletters with additional details and ticket information.

Become a Member
 
Individual and Business members of the Conrad Mansion Museum receive...

*Unlimited Free Admission
*10% Discount in Gift Shop
(except consignment items)
*Discounts on Special Events
*Subscription to Newsletter

You can make a difference!
 
Please consider providing a donation or a lasting personal legacy that will positively impact future generations.  
You can support educational programs, support publications utilizing our documents, and help with brick & mortar projects to maintain the home.

Here are some examples of how you can help...
*Cash/Check or Online Donation
*Will or Living Trust
*Real Estate
*Life Estate
*Publicity Traded Securities
*Life Insurance Policies
*Charitable Trusts and IRA's
 
As a 501(c)(3) corporation, #51-0166540, any contribution to the Museum is tax deductible.
 
Give us a call at 406-755-2166 or visit our website for more information.
At Your Service
 
Executive Director: Gennifer Sauter
Assistant Manager: Margot Jaumotte
Maintenance: Tisch Haas
Gardener: Terry Eacker
Guide & Gift Shop Staff:
Cindy Connor
Sharon Pearson
Mary Miers
Michelle Morgan
Virginia Swan
Mary Meister
Media Coordinator: Kristen Hamilton

Board Of Directors:
Mark Norley
Everit Sliter
Theresa White
Sue Corrigan
Teri Iwersen
Beth Collier
Gary Havens
Rita Fitzsimmons
Vanessa Ceravolo
Gini Ogle
Colleen Unterreiner
Chris Vick

Regular Volunteers:
Heather Houseworth
MaryLou Lumpkin
Marilyn Frey
Teresa Knutson
Marilyn Reynolds
Sarah Safford

Where is this in the Mansion?

 

There are so many unique items and features of the Mansion!  Do you know where this is?  Drop us an email if you know.  Answer will be in next month's newsletter.

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The image depicted last month is the lock that is part of a hat box on display at the Mansion.

  

March Item

Many Ways to Help!

 

We'd like to remind you that there are many ways to help the Conrad Mansion Museum.

 

Every little bit helps - especially as we prepare for our 40th Anniversary Year in 2014!

 

Office Supplies are always needed including ink cartridges (EPSON 69), paper, card stock, post-its, etc.

Additional needs include:

New Laser Jet Printer

Wireless Keyboard

Cash Register

Heavy Duty Storage Racks

Chain Saw

Tree Trimmer

Desks and Chairs

Large Gun Safe 

 

Perhaps you upholster or you'd like to adopt a chair?

Can you sponsor new floor runners in the mansion?

Are you a builder and would you like to restore the Gazebo?

Can you help upgrade our security system to protect the mansion?

 

The need is great for the preservation and protection of Kalispell's treasure...the Conrad Mansion Museum.  

Please see or website for our greatest needs or contact us for more information.

Conrad Mansion Museum
330 Woodland Avenue
Kalispell, MT  59901

406-755-2166

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