We’re excited to announce that The Extreme History Project has a new exhibit opening Saturday, February 10th called, Illuminating the Shadowed World of Bozeman’s Historic Red-Light District! This exhibit is located within our historic building (located at 234 E. Mendenhall in Bozeman, MT) which was built in 1891 specifically to be a brothel. We are offering exhibit tours on Tuesdays at 11am, Wednesdays at 1pm and Saturdays at 1pm through the Spring. Click here to book at tour!
You’re invited to explore a little known part of Bozeman’s history. The exhibit examines the hidden layers of the city’s “restricted district” that thrived from 1870s until 1918. You’ll learn about the lives and stories of two district madams, Lizzie Woods and Libbie Hayes and how they navigated the legalities, social stigmas and moralities of their business. You’ll learn too about the harsh realities these women lived with including drug addiction, violence and early death due to overdose, disease or suicide. Adding a rich cultural dimension to the narrative is the Chinese community’s connection to the district. This exhibit promises you a thought-provoking journey, shedding a new light on those who lived and worked in the shadows of Bozeman’s red-light district.
The tour is one-hour long and takes place within the Extreme History building. The tour will focus on the exhibit and building history. Hope you can join us! Click here to book a tour.
A BIG thank you to our exhibit sponsors including: Sally and Bob Beles, Erotique, Bridgercare, Treeline Coffee Roasters, Montana State University Women’s Center, Wild Crumb, and the Gallatin History Museum.
The Extreme History Project 