WaterWorks Art Museum — Attraction in Montana

One of the words from an old Billings Gazette article describing WWAM, was "dynamic". That's accurate. The classes, especially for the children, are priceless. Since the schools have stopped art/cooking/wood-shop programs, I don't know how children are supposed to know what their future interests will be. Growing up in Miles City and returning after a 57-year absence, I'm delighted to see that the "dream" is still alive and well. I well remember what it all looked like when we were children, and then later seeing a photo of Mark B. in the Miles City Star. He was standing in rubble with a sledge hammer---back-breaking work. So happy to know how many Miles folks, many now deceased, made their dream a reality. Of all the treasures in Miles City, to me, this is one of the most precious....

A surprisingly wonderful and unique museum! While you won't find any works by Michelangelo or Monet, you will find some great work by area artists that will fascinate you. Not quite everything is top-notch, but it is a pleasant way to spend couple of hours. Even the building which houses the museum is special! It is formed from converted basins that used to provide water for the city of Miles City. Just seeing the building itself is almost worth the modest...

This is my favorite place to hit in Miles City. Don't let the facade fool you. Inside these c1910 concrete basins is a lot of exhibit space. This time we were lucky enough to hit the annual art auction exhibit, with a great variety of art donated by local and national artists. If the art isn't entertaining enough for you then be sure to have a chat with the Director of the Museum (Dixie), who's fabulous personality and exuberant...