Mansion Monthly
August 2013
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Greetings!

 

August Greetings from the Mansion!

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The summer tour season is in full swing and we enjoy welcoming guests from all over the world and sharing our beautiful historic treasure!  Be sure to include a trip to the mansion on your summer itinerary.

Our summer tour hours are:
Tuesday-Sunday through October 13th.
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.  You'll find unique gift items, Conrad Mansion souvenirs, and can purchase tickets for upcoming events.

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

 

Nooks & Crannies Evening Tour
Aug 22nd & Sept 26th (Just Added)

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SEE 100 Items NOT on regular tours!

 

The Nooks and Crannies Tour continues to receive rave reviews from fans of the Mansion.  Don't miss this behind the scenes look at Kalispell's most famous home!  

We had scheduled our final tour date for Thursday, August 22 but due to popular demand we've added Thursday, September 26!    

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 (July tours were sold out)!

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 the story in the Flathead Beacon by clicking this link. 

Thanks to Isabel Makman & Justin Franz! 

C.E. Conrad Buffalo Bash & Sideshow
September 12, 2013 ~ 6:00PM

Buffalo Shot

Get your tickets now for our special event ~ the C.E. Conrad Buffalo Bash and Sideshow at the Spring Brook Ranch on Thursday, September 12, 2013.

 

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.

Save the Date ~ Thursday, Sept 19
Member Appreciation Party

 

Please mark your calendars for Thursday, September 26 for our annual Member Appreciation Party.  We love the opportunity to THANK our members in person for their support and commitment to the Conrad Mansion Museum.

 

We will follow up with more details in our next newsletter and look forward to seeing your soon.  

Nativity Makeover - Sixth Piece 
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CHERUB 2 of 3 is the sixth 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. 

 

 

Cherub 2 finished

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.

Thank You!  

We'd like to extend a special Thank You to Kathy Fischer for donating the hand crafted doll furniture to the Mansion.

Doll Furn 1

 

Doll Furn 2

 

The furniture originally belongs to her mother, Mabel Munro Fischer who was born in Kalispell on April 25, 1909. 

 

She owned the furniture until she passed away at the age of 103.  

 

 

The furniture is a great addition to the Mansion and can be seen on the landing as you go up to the 3rd floor.

2013 Special Events

 

Guided Tours Start Tues-Sun

 

Nooks and Crannies Evening Tour

Aug 22 & Sept 26

 

Conrad Buffalo Bash & Sideshow

Sept 12

 

Membership Appreciation

Sept 19

 

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
*Special Invitation to our Annual Member Appreciation Party

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
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
Marlene Strand

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 blue chair in the 3rd floor bath at 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.

Conrad Mansion Museum
330 Woodland Avenue
Kalispell, MT  59901

406-755-2166

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