Embark on a historic journey with The Extreme History Project and Tinworks Art. 

This historic exploration takes you through Bozeman's northside landscape, highlighting the vital roles that agriculture, the railroad, and brewers took in shaping the town's growth. Wander through the heart of Bozeman's agricultural legacy, where towering grain elevators stand as monuments to the industrious spirit of the 19th century. Discover the storied history of the Lehrkind brewing family at the location of the historic brewery, a testament to the vibrant local brewing tradition. As you stroll through the working-class neighborhoods, you'll gain a deeper appreciation for the community's enduring heritage and the hard-working individuals who built Bozeman into the thriving town it is today. Each tour in this series will feature a local expert who will take a deeper dive into their area of expertise.

This tour will include special guests Dr. Phil Bruckner and Dr. Micah Chang.

The tour will start and end at Tinworks Art. We recommend parking near the train depot on Ida Ave and walking to meet your group at the entrance.

Please wear comfortable shoes to walk in and dress for changing weather conditions. A water bottle is recommended.

The Extreme History Project is a local nonprofit dedicated to making history relevant. We strive to uncover the hard history or the history that isn't always pretty. Extreme History hosts a variety of programs and events that enhance the public's understanding of how history has shaped our present and how understanding that legacy can affect the way we behave towards one another.

Dr. Phil Bruckner, now retired Montana State University and Montana Ag Experiment Station winter wheat breeder, leaves behind a long legacy of developing strong winter wheat varieties that were popular with farmers and helped them be successful in the marketplace over the years. Bruckner began as MSU’s winter wheat breeder in 1992. He worked as breeder for 90 percent of his time and 10 percent teaching field crop production and genetics. Bruckner will always be known for the kind of cultivars that impacted Montana farmers favorably and helped them compete in export markets.

Dr. Micah Chang is an Assistant Professor at Montana State University in the department of History. His research focuses on race, agriculture, and environment on the Northern Great Plains and the American West.