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Greetings!
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Happy July from the Mansion!
We're enjoying the summer and loved seeing everyone out for the Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social on July 4th.
Be sure to bring your guests to the Mansion this summer for a tour and stroll around the grounds.
Our summer tour hours are: Tuesday-Sunday Tours until October 13 The first tour is at 10:00am on the hour with the last tour of the day departing at 4:00pm.
The gift shop is open throughout the day on tour days.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon!
Thank you, as always, for your support of the Conrad Mansion Museum!
Gennifer, Margot & the Mansion Staff
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DON'T MISS the NEW
Nooks & Crannies EVENING Tour!

SEE 100 Items NOT on regular tours!
The first Nooks and Crannies Tour was just what fans of the Mansion had been looking for. Guests are treated to a behind the scenes look around the house while guides open closet doors and reveal secret compartments in drawers. You'll see where Alicia Conrad etched her name in several windows, look inside Mr. Conrad's office desk, and find out what's inside the unique Conrad family picnic box. You'll visit the third floor veranda where summer parties were held and step inside the back porch walk-in cooler.
There are ONLY two dates left this summer - Thursdays, July 25th and August 22.
This special evening tour lasts about 1 ½ hours and is limited to 10 people per tour. Time slots start at 5:30pm with tours beginning every 30 minutes until 8:00pm.
Reservations are required and already filling up!
Tickets are $25.00 per person. Members: $20.00.
This tour is not recommended for children under 10 years old.
Call 406-755-2166 and reserve your spot now for this very special tour!
Check out the recent feature story in the Daily Interlake by clicking this link.
Thanks to Lynnette Hinze & Patrick Cote for the story!
Check out this story that was in the Flathead Beacon by clicking this link.
Thanks to Isabel Makman & Justin Franz!
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C.E. Conrad Buffalo Bash & Sideshow
September 12, 2013 ~ 6:00pm
Spring Brook Ranch

The plans are coming together and it's time to secure your spot at this wonderful event planned for September 12th.
The menu features buffalo stew with all the fixins' as well as wine, beer and sarsaparilla. Guest will be entertained throughout the evening with Jim Watson speaking about the buffalo that are raised on Spring Brook Ranch (descendants of the original Conrad herd); Cowboy singer, Bill Humenik, singing at the campfire; Jack Fairchild performing rope tricks; and special guests, C.E. Conrad and his wife Alicia, mingling with the crowd throughout the evening.
Only 130 tickets will be sold for this special fundraising event so don't miss it. Tickets are $120 per person with $75 of that price tax deductible. Ticket outlets: In Kalispell at the Conrad Mansion Museum, 330 Woodland Ave., and The Bookshelf, 101 Main; In Whitefish at the Going to the Sun Gallery, 137 Central Ave.; In Columbia Falls at Station 8, 38 Hwy. 2 East; and in Bigfork at the Museum of Art and History, on Electric Ave.
This is a fundraiser and all proceeds from this event benefit the Conrad Mansion Museum.
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Ice Cream Social - Thank You!

Year in and year out the Old Fashioned Ice Cream Social on the grounds at the Conrad Mansion Museum is a huge hit!
We had a great day and would like to THANK everyone for coming out and enjoying the ice cream, face painting, music and food.
A special THANK YOU to our volunteers, sponsors, staff, and businesses that made the event possible including:
Norms News, Flathead Valley New Horizons Band, Porteus BBQ, Bob Stephens, Deb Johnson, Kathy Jones, Carolyn Presley, Phillip Jones, Bob Hamilton, Mike Kofford, Mary Carlisle, Forest Swan, Candy Stephens, Nicole Sauter, Margaret McDaniel, Kristen Hamilton,
Debra Franciosi,
Christina Dufour, Sarah Stern, Sam Stern, Kali Cantrell, Dana Pfeifer, Annegret Pfeifer, Daley McDaniel, Cindy Gerrity, Dave Jaumotte, Chris Golder, Julia Lettrich, Emily Jensen, and Ashleigh Jensen.
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Nativity Makeover - Fifth Piece
CHERUB 1 of 3 is the fifth piece that Miriam Emerson has restored of the Nativity Scene that was donated to the Conrad Mansion in the early 80's.
These photos showcase the before and after shots of Miriam's restoration of the Cherub.
We have been highlighting a different piece each month then we'll 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.
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Thank You!
We'd like to extend a special Thank You to Dan Montepetit for donating the glass bowl and wedding album to the Conrad Mansion Museum.

His parents (Homer and Elizabeth Montepetit) received the hand painted glass bowl as a gift on their wedding day (Oct 20, 1914) from Alicia and Lettie Conrad.
The "Our Wedding Bells" album highlights signatures of Conrad family members that were in attendance at the ceremony. Homer, a horseman, and Elizabeth, a cook, worked for the Conrads.
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2013 Special Events
Guided Tours Start Tues-Sun
Nooks and Crannies Tour
July 25 & August 22
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.
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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
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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.
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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
Megan Larsen
Brit Clark
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
Debra Johnson
Teresa Knutson
Marilyn Reynolds
Sarah Safford
Lana Bowers
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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.

The image depicted last month is the bird that is on display on the 3rd floor of the Mansion.
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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.
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Conrad Mansion Museum
330 Woodland Avenue
Kalispell, MT 59901
406-755-2166
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