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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFOSM Quilts Open House 2 / The Friends of the Story Mansion Open House: July 13, 2019 11:00-3:00 pm “Storied Quilts at the Story Mansion” On Saturday, July 13th, 2019 the Friends of the Story Mansion will host an Open House from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm with a display of historic and contemporary quilts associated with Montana history and current quilting practices by local artists. This event will include the Extreme History Project and its scheduled tour of the Bon-Ton neighborhood that will begin and end at the Mansion.  This free Open House will provide an opportunity before and after the tour to view the beautifully restored first floor of this historic community resource and talk with Friends about its history and long-term goals with the City of Bozeman for the preservation of the Mansion. The Story Mansion: History & Origins The Story Mansion was built in 1910 by T. Byron Story, son of cattle baron and Bozeman pioneer Nelson Story. In terms of its size and grandeur, this historic property is without equal in southwestern Montana. Situated on an entire city block in the center of Bozeman’s famously well-preserved Bon Ton Historic District, the 22-room Story Mansion is a national treasure recognized by the US Department of the Interior, which has listed the property on the National Register of Historic Places and conferred Landmark status on the Mansion and grounds. The building was designed by Helena architect C.S. Haire, the visionary behind Helena’s grand State House. The Story Mansion is one of only three living examples of city-block mansions in Montana, and the last of the three to pass into public stewardship. The T. Byron Story family resided here until 1922. After losing much of their fortune in the aftermath of World War I, the family sold the home to the Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity. In 2003, with boldness and foresight, the City of Bozeman purchased the Mansion in order to preserve it from destruction and its grounds from development. The Friends of the Story Mansion FOSM was organized in 2009 (FOSM) and is a 501c3 non-profit group dedicated to the preservation of this historic building as a thriving educational, cultural and social center while enhancing community and economic vitality in our region. The Friends sponsor annual and seasonal events as a service to the community and to promote enjoyment of the building and grounds. The Friends’ long-term goal is to support the City in the completion of the renovation and restoration of the Mansion and Carriage House. Annual Events: Sponsored by The Friends of the Story Mansion Fall: Halloween- Witches’ Night at the Mansion is a free celebration on the porch of the Mansion for treats and thrills.  Held each Halloween, October 31-costumes required! Winter Event: This theme can vary from our popular Victorian Holiday Tea, in the gracious rooms of the first floor with music, High Tea served with cakes and cookies.  Reservations through the City are required. This year an International Winter Arts Festival for Children is planned. First weekend in December. Summer: Story Under the Stars (SUTS) In partnership with Bozeman Film Society the Story Under the Stars is the free annual outdoor film held on the lawn of Story Park usually on a Saturday evening during the last week of August. Past films have included A River Runs Through It, The Music Man, West Side Story, and Superman. Open House: Seasonal events that involve a tour of the Mansion. This summer we are excited to present Storied Quilts at the Story Mansion. The Open House has included First Fridays, Sundays on the Lawn, an Ice Cream Social, Music at the Story all to encourage engagement and appreciation of history and current community issues and activities. Friends of the Story Mansion: SIGN UP to learn more! VOLUNTEER: The Friends of the Story Mansion feel great pride in our service to preserve this beautiful community resource. We are looking for new and old friends to get involved. Please add your name and contact information so that you will be kept informed about these events or volunteer. We really appreciate your interest. DONATE: Please consider making a donation of time and/or money to Friends of the Story Mansion so that we can promote events and celebrate community together in this special place. Your contribution is tax deductible and will send a strong signal to the City of Bozeman that citizens support the Story Mansion as a treasured public historic venue. Contributions may be sent to: Friends of the Story Mansion, P.O. Box 6271, Bozeman, MT 59771. Name Address Email Telephone/Cell Friends of the Story Mansion: Board of Directors Felix Spinelli, President Andy Epple, President Emeritus Michele Soldner, Secretary/Treasurer Jane Klockman Lee Wagner Elizabeth Darrow Kathleen Rabel