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Montana arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 802 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in Montana. Combined, these Montanan arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 2,531 people, earn more than $150 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $401 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Montana

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
213
 
$41,391,476
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
173
 
$16,897,022
Museums
 
131
 
$40,318,882
Historical societies and organizations
 
111
 
$6,923,095
History museums
 
66
 
$15,550,848
Media production and publishing organizations
 
58
 
$28,084,893
Music festival and event organizations
 
53
 
$2,470,713
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
46
 
$5,486,148
Theaters
 
37
 
$12,364,725
Arts education organizations
 
34
 
$1,234,858
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major Montana cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Missoula
 
124
 
$27,340,920
Billings
 
89
 
$18,884,922
Great Falls
 
44
 
$8,387,266
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Job trends for Montana arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
54
1-10
 
78
11-25
 
40
26-100
 
20
101 to 1,000
 
5
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Montana

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
186
$250k to $1M
 
84
$1M to $5M
 
32
$5M to $25M
 
3
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Montana

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Missoula Children's Theatre

MCT fosters creativity and enhances innate capabilities in individuals all over the world by providing access to community-driven performing arts experiences.
Revenue
$6.4m
Assets
$5.5m
Employees
272
EIN
81-0332120
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Yellowstone Art Museum (YAM)

The Yellowstone Art Museum exhibits, interprets, collects, and preserves art, with an emphasis on Montana and surrounding regions, for the enrichment, education, inspiration, and enjoyment of all.
Revenue
$3.8m
Assets
$12.6m
Employees
29
EIN
81-6014902
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Art House Cinema and Pub

Art House Cinema and Pub cultivates culture in the downtown community of Billings, MT by providing a venue for independent cinema.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$2.3m
Employees
0
EIN
35-2488003
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bozeman Symphony Society

Bozeman Symphony Society enriches lives through diverse musical performances and community engagement, fostering connections with local organizations and providing access to high-quality music.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$865.6k
Employees
178
EIN
81-6019534
IRS type
501(c)(3)

C M Russell Museum

C.M. Russell Museum collects, preserves, researches, interprets and educates on the art and life of Charles M. Russell; the art and lives of his contemporaries; and focuses on the culture, life, and country of Russell's West.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$27.6m
Employees
35
EIN
81-6003526
IRS type
501(c)(3)

North Valley Music School

North Valley Music School enriches our Montana communities through Music education, appreciation and performance by providing musical opportunities for all ages. To enrich our community through Music education, appreciation, and performance.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$5.2m
Employees
32
EIN
81-0515034
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Museum of Forest Service History

National Museum of Forest Service History collects and preserves U.S. Forest Service history, offering educational resources and showcasing America's conservation legacy.
Revenue
$3.8m
Assets
$15.7m
Employees
8
EIN
81-0454269
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Montana Free Press

Montana Free Press delivers independent, in-depth journalism on diverse topics, empowering Montanans with critical information and fostering social change and accountability.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$1.4m
Employees
24
EIN
47-5237719
IRS type
501(c)(3)

River and Plains Society

River and Plains Society preserves agricultural history in Fort Benton, MT while providing educational and unique recreational opportunities for the community.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$8.3m
Employees
13
EIN
81-0518116
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Alberta Bair Theater (ABT)

Alberta Bair Theater is committed to enriching the lives of everyone in our community by providing a rich variety of exciting learning experiences in the arts for educators and their students.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$18.6m
Employees
59
EIN
81-0406157
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Archie Bray Foundation

The Archie Bray Foundation provides a stimulating environment for ceramic artists, offering facilities and association with other serious artists.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$9.0m
Employees
54
EIN
81-0284022
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arts Council of Big Sky

Arts Council of Big Sky provides premier events, education, and creative opportunities in the arts for Big Sky's community and visitors.
Revenue
$4.7m
Assets
$8.0m
Employees
16
EIN
81-0457768
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Shane Lalani Center for the Arts

Community theatre and venue in Livingston, MT providing cultural experiences and connecting people through participation in the arts.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$6.7m
Employees
25
EIN
45-0490660
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The College Music Society (CMS)

CMS's mission is to promote music teaching and learning, musical creativity and expression, research and dialogue, and diversity and interdisciplinary interaction.
Revenue
$859.1k
Assets
$411.2k
Employees
7
EIN
81-0505324
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Great Falls Symphony Association

The Great Falls Symphony Association engages the community through diverse classical music experiences, youth programs, and educational outreach, enriching lives with transformative musical events.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$2.8m
Employees
136
EIN
81-6014907
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Billings Symphony Society

Billings Symphony Society enriches lives through diverse music programs, accessible performances, and community engagement, promoting inclusivity and the joy of music for all.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$5.3m
Employees
184
EIN
23-7083873
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Broadwater Productions Grandstreet Theatre

Montana's premier community theater, producing 8-10 plays and musicals each season with a highly regarded after-school program.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$1.2m
Employees
100
EIN
81-0357843
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Billings Preservation Society

Billings Preservation Society restores and maintains Moss Mansion Historic House Museum to promote historical and cultural preservation activities.
Revenue
$861.7k
Assets
$1.4m
Employees
15
EIN
81-0500553
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Tinworks Art

Bozeman-based nonprofit providing immersive art experiences for all, nurturing diverse voices, and supporting creation of ambitious works.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$936.8k
Employees
23
EIN
83-0710899
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Glacier Symphony Orchestra and Chorale

GSC provides excellent musical experiences that inspire, challenge and educate in Northwest Montana through 24 concerts yearly.
Revenue
$863.8k
Assets
$894.1k
Employees
9
EIN
81-0413320
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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