The Creative and Cultural Economy

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MIT Media Lab chooses BioSuit inventor and Helena Capital High GradDava Newman as its new director

“I can’t wait to help write the next chapter of this uniquely creative, impactful, compassionate community.”

Premier Music Venue at FVCC on Pace for Spring 2022 Completion

New college center will include a large performance hall, multi-purpose activity complex, outdoor amphitheater and art gallery

Public Libraries Can Tap into Eligible Funds Worth Billions

The American Rescue Plan includes significant federal dollars that can support library programs and services that play a larger role in recovery than is generally understood.

Star Trek tells aliens to visit Bozeman, Montana first if (When!) they come to Earth

Star Trek’s official website had some fun with some video footage credited to Getty Images and the Bozeman Convention & Visitors Bureau to make a welcome video for any aliens looking to find a spot to land.

Up and over: Tram to Our Lady of the Rockies in Butte, Montana gets huge boost with OK to cross I-15

It’s been said for more than three decades: The Lady needs a tram.

Richard Dreyfuss Teams With Jerry K. Williams To Discover ‘Bozeman’ In Historical Drama TV Series

Allison Whitmer, Montana Film Commissioner, stated “we’re excited about the prospect of another Western series like Yellowstone coming to film in Montana and are looking forward to working with the filmmakers as they bring to life this important historical drama about the founding of Bozeman, Montana.”

14 Productions to Share $500,000 in Big Sky Film Grants to Film in Montana

“Film, television and commercial productions have a direct economic impact in Montana, creating good-paying jobs and infusing outside dollars into Montana communities,” Montana Film Commissioner Allison Whitmer said.

5 of the World’s Most Extraordinary Bars – A Bizarre Slice of Americana – Sip ’n Dip Lounge in Great Falls, Montana

Start with an old-school motor lodge, combine it with a tiki bar, add in a swimming pool and some mermaids, and you get one of the most unusual bars in the world.

Resources for Indigenous-owned natural products businesses

Here are several resources that lend support to Native American entrepreneurs specifically, from networking groups to grant opportunities.

It’s time to start designing for the future. How human-centered design is transforming our homes, work environment, and public spaces

The pandemic is already changing how people are using public and private spaces.

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