Emerson Cultural Center

Bozeman & Gallatin Valley


Known around town as the Emerson, this nonprofit art collective occupying an old school is the place to plug into Bozeman’s culture scene. Retail galleries, exhibits and studios line the hallway, while an outstanding cafe occupies the southeastern corner near the art vending machine.


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