activities · 11
what they do
direct service · 9
- Donate culturally significant artwork to community institutions Art Collection Stewardship & ExhibitionDonated a five-foot by eight-foot painting of Jacob Hamblin as a missionary among the Navajos to the LDS church in Eagar, Arizona, where it remains on public display.
- Donating artwork to the community Art Collection Stewardship & ExhibitionDonated a five-foot by eight-foot painting depicting Jacob Hamblin as a missionary among the Navajos to the Mormon community in Eagar, Arizona, which is still displayed at the LDS church.
- Donating historical artwork Art Collection Stewardship & ExhibitionThe organization donated a five-foot by eight-foot painting depicting Jacob Hamblin as a missionary among the Navajos to the Mormon community in Eagar, Arizona, which is still displayed at the LDS church.
- Host educational and cultural events in outdoor pavilion Venue Rental with Catering ServicesOperates a permanent covered outdoor pavilion with over 1,000 square feet of space and one acre of land for educational programs, speaker events, concerts, and community gatherings, equipped with a kitchen, restrooms, seating, and audio equipment.
- Hosting educational programs and events Outdoor Event Pavilion HostingOperates a permanent covered outdoor pavilion with over 1,000 square feet of space and one acre of land for educational programs, speakers, concerts, and other events, providing a fully equipped kitchen, restrooms, seating, and audio equipment.
- Operate museum gift shop with curated cultural and regional merchandise Onsite and Online Gift ShopsSells books by James Willard Schultz, postcard prints of Lone Wolf’s original artwork, Native American jewelry (Zuni, Navajo, and others), local arts and crafts, and a variety of retail items including clothing, candles, soaps, children’s books, and plush animals.
- Operating a museum gift shop Onsite and Online Gift ShopsSells books by James Willard Schultz, postcard prints of original paintings and sketches by Lone Wolf, copies of "My Life As An Indian," Native American jewelry, arts and crafts by local artisans, scented candles and soaps, socks, t-shirts, children’s books, and plush animals.
- Operating a museum gift shop Onsite and Online Gift ShopsThe organization operates a gift shop that sells books by James Willard Schultz, postcard prints of original paintings and sketches by Lone Wolf, copies of "My Life As An Indian," Native American jewelry, arts and crafts by local artisans, scented candles and soaps, socks, t-shirts, children’s books, and plush animals.
- Providing an outdoor pavilion for events Outdoor Event Pavilion HostingThe organization operates a permanent covered outdoor pavilion with over 1,000 square feet of space and one acre of land, equipped with a kitchen, restrooms, seating, and audio equipment, for educational programs, speakers, concerts, and other events.
research · 2
- Author and publish research-based literature on Blackfeet culture Fieldwork & Experience-Based PublishingAuthored 37 books and numerous articles based on personal journals documenting life with the Blackfeet, contributing to ethnographic and historical knowledge of the tribe.
- Authoring books and articles Fieldwork & Experience-Based PublishingAuthored 37 books and numerous articles based on personal journals, primarily focusing on life with the Blackfeet.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Cultural Immersion for Understanding cultural_immersionThe organization believes that direct engagement with a culture, including language learning, participation in traditional activities, and visiting communities, is essential for building deep cultural understanding and preserving heritage.
- Cultural Immersion for Understanding cultural_immersionThe organization believes that direct engagement with and participation in the cultural practices, language, and daily life of a community (e.g., Blackfeet) is a fundamental method for building deep cultural understanding and preserving heritage.
- Cultural immersion through direct community engagement cultural-immersionBuilds cultural understanding by actively participating in the traditions, language, and daily life of the Blackfeet Nation, fostering authentic relationships and informed heritage preservation.
- Earned Income for Operational Sustainability earned_income_strategyThe organization generates revenue through commercial activities, such as operating a gift store, to directly fund its museum operations and ensure financial sustainability.
- Earned Income for Operational Sustainability earned_income_strategyThe organization generates revenue through commercial activities, such as operating a gift store, to provide a sustainable funding source for its museum operations.
- Earned income through gift store operations earned_income_strategyFunds museum operations using revenue generated from its gift store, creating a sustainable financial model that supports mission delivery.
- Event-Based Heritage Education and Engagement event_based_educationThe organization utilizes dedicated facilities (e.g., outdoor pavilions) to host educational programs and public events, integrating these activities with the museum's core mission to preserve heritage and engage visitors.
- Event-based education for public engagement event-based educationHosts educational programs and public events in a covered outdoor pavilion to promote heritage preservation through accessible, community-centered learning experiences.
- Integrated Event-Based Heritage Preservation integrated_cultural_venueThe organization uses dedicated facilities, such as outdoor pavilions, to host educational programs and public events, strategically locating them adjacent to the museum to integrate event hosting with heritage preservation and enhance visitor engagement.
- Integrated cultural venue design integrated cultural venueCo-locates event facilities with the museum to create a unified experience that strengthens visitor engagement and reinforces heritage preservation through combined programming.
- Support for Local/National Economy support_local_economyThe organization actively supports the local or national economy by prioritizing the procurement and sale of domestically produced goods.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Applewhite Pavilion
A permanent covered outdoor facility used for educational programs, speakers, concerts, meetings, and other events, equipped with a kitchen, bathrooms, tables, chairs, and a sound system.
Gift Shop
Sells postcard prints of original paintings by Lone Wolf, books by James W. Schultz, Native American jewelry, local artisan crafts, and other merchandise to support museum operations.
Museum Exhibits
Showcases the life and works of James Willard Schultz and Hart Merriam "Lone Wolf" Schultz, including their belongings, art, and writings, with a focus on Native American history and culture.
relationships · 2
who they work with
- Butterfly Lodge Museum Partner — Shares site with the Applewhite Pavilion, offering adjacent access for event attendees.
- Montana Historical Society Partner — Published posthumous works of James Willard Schultz, including "Blackfeet Man" in 1961.