Montana House

Glacier National Park

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A Glacier Park institution since 1960, Montana House offers a wide selection of quality jewelry, Montana-inspired artwork and photography, and books about Glacier for adults and kids. On the second floor, the new space hosts community meetings, film screenings, live music and talks about subjects like wildfires and the grizzly bear population. Check the website for the event schedule.

Importantly, Montana House is the only place open in Apgar and West Glacier in the winter. You can stop in here for a hot chocolate, coffee, granola bar and a selection of snacks. After a day out cross-country skiing in below freezing temps with nary another human in sight, entering the warm shop can feel unreal.

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