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Montana arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 812 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in Montana. Combined, these Montanan arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 2,537 people, earn more than $161 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $419 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Montana

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
215
 
$42,682,835
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
174
 
$18,881,600
Museums
 
135
 
$47,942,043
Historical societies and organizations
 
115
 
$7,862,479
History museums
 
68
 
$18,518,538
Music festival and event organizations
 
57
 
$2,808,631
Media production and publishing organizations
 
55
 
$27,938,227
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
45
 
$7,122,546
Theaters
 
37
 
$12,650,976
Arts education organizations
 
35
 
$1,410,605
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major Montana cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Missoula
 
121
 
$31,556,843
Billings
 
90
 
$19,448,651
Great Falls
 
46
 
$12,001,369
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Job trends for Montana arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
55
1-10
 
80
11-25
 
41
26-100
 
18
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
 
182
$250k to $1M
 
85
$1M to $5M
 
32
$5M to $25M
 
5
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Montana

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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
$6.9m
Assets
$31.2m
Employees
34
EIN
81-6003526
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
$6.5m
Assets
$21.6m
Employees
9
EIN
81-0454269
IRS type
501(c)(3)

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)

Missoula Art Museum

Engages audiences and artists in contemporary art exploration with permanent collections, special exhibits, education programs, lectures, classes, and touring exhibits.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$2.6m
Employees
19
EIN
81-0496898
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
$2.7m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
31
EIN
81-0515034
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)

Piikani Lodge Health Institute

Piikani Lodge Health Institute promotes Indigenous leadership, enhances community economics, and provides vital services, delivering thousands of meals during COVID-19.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
29
EIN
83-2766318
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)

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)

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
$3.0m
Assets
$18.6m
Employees
64
EIN
81-0406157
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)

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)

Broadwater Productions Grandstreet Theatre

Broadwater Productions Grandstreet Theatre sustains live theatre and education, staging eight annual productions and training 350+ youth through a nationally recognized program.
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$1.1m
Employees
111
EIN
81-0357843
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art

Paris Gibson Square Museum of Art: Supports contemporary arts, fosters accessibility & understanding of modern art; exhibits interdisciplinary art forms to diverse audiences.
Revenue
$989.2k
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
24
EIN
81-0361663
IRS type
501(c)(3)

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
$3.1m
Employees
141
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
$2.0m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
188
EIN
23-7083873
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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