National Museum of Forest Service History

National Museum of Forest Service History The National Museum of Forest Service History is nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing America's Conservation Legacy.

The Museum tells this story through a 55,000 item archival collection much of which is is available online; a Conservation History Education Program hosting Teacher Training Workshops in partnership with the Library of Congress; traveling and online exhibits; and a beautiful 31-acre campus in Missoula, Montana that features an historic Ranger's cabin, gift shop, interpretive Forest Discovery Trail

, pack corral, "L-4" Fire Lookout, and a beautiful timber-framed Pavilion that hosts numerous well-attended mission-driven public events. A Capital Campaign to build our main facility on the Missoula campus, the National Conservation Legacy Center, is 90% of the way towards its $14.6M goal.

Here's the Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting and tour through the museum. We hope you enjoy. Come see us daily from 10am to...
08/06/2026

Here's the Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting and tour through the museum. We hope you enjoy. Come see us daily from 10am to 4pm ! Search for MCAT on Youtube
National Conservation Legacy Center Grand Opening 2026.

https://youtu.be/J7QCvRhUwNo?si=ZgIVvSCeJIaKOCBO

Thanks for filming and sharing our opening.

We are hiring!! New openings include:1. Museum Custodian2. Events and Rentals ManagerContact lisa.tate@forestservicemuse...
07/24/2026

We are hiring!!
New openings include:
1. Museum Custodian
2. Events and Rentals Manager

Contact [email protected] for a full job description

🌲 Big News! Watch Our Grand Opening Live From Home 🌲We are thrilled to celebrate the Grand Opening of our new National C...
07/17/2026

🌲 Big News! Watch Our Grand Opening Live From Home 🌲
We are thrilled to celebrate the Grand Opening of our new National Conservation Legacy Center! If you cannot join us in person here in Missoula, you can still experience this historic milestone live right from your computer, tablet, or smartphone.
The live stream begins on Friday, July 17th at 10:00 AM MDT.
How to Watch the Live Stream: You do not need a special account or password to watch. Just follow these simple steps:
1️⃣ Click this link to go directly to the Missoula Community Access Television (MCAT) Live Stream page: https://www.youtube.com//streams
2️⃣ Look for the video marked with a red "LIVE" badge or titled "National Conservation Legacy Center Grand Opening."
3️⃣ Click on that video to open it, make sure your computer speakers are turned up, and enjoy the celebration!
Grand Opening Ceremony Schedule (Friday, July 17):
• 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM MDT: Welcome remarks and special guest speakers on the South Colonnade.
• 11:00 AM MDT: Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony.
Thank you for your incredible, ongoing support that made this Center a reality. We can't wait to share this momentous day with you!
For full details on the event, visit our website: https://forestservicemuseum.org/upcoming-events/

A sneak peak before Friday.
07/16/2026

A sneak peak before Friday.

The new, 30,000-square-foot building also serves as a celebration of the forest system that comprises some of the nation’s most-used public lands. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.

Only one more day until the National Conservation Legacy Center Grand Opening! Can we count on you joining us at 10am Fr...
07/16/2026

Only one more day until the National Conservation Legacy Center Grand Opening! Can we count on you joining us at 10am Friday the 16th?

07/10/2026
07/10/2026

A big thanks to everyone who has made the Orientation Plaza truly welcoming! The rock seating placed by Cara’s Nursery yesterday is waiting to welcome you on the 17th.

Thanks carasnurseryandlandscape

Who is coming to the grand opening on the 17th? We’re working hard getting ready for you. Thanks Museums Association of ...
07/09/2026

Who is coming to the grand opening on the 17th? We’re working hard getting ready for you.
Thanks Museums Association of Montana for visiting!

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