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Montana Living Treasures

a six part series

There are many hidden treasures all around us. Some of the most valuable are people who preserve the traditions of the past for future generations. Every cultural community in Montana has a store of wisdom, stories, song, dance, cuisine and artistic traditions that give it a distinct identity. These things are not usually taught in school. They are learned informally - by example. Collectively, these traditions are called Folklife. These programs feature Montanans who have exceptional knowledge of the Folk Traditions of their people.

Montana Living Treasures is a radio project produced by Alexandra Swaney, Director of Folklife Programs at the Montana Arts Council, and Leni Holliman of At Large Productions. Funding provided by the Montana Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.

aired June 12
Eva Boyd
Salish Elder and Basket Weaver

aired June 19
Dick & Lisa Barrett
Texas Style Fiddlers

aired June 26
Alma Snell
Crow Elder and Ethnobotanist

aired July 3
Jay Dale Old Mouse
Cheyenne Flute Maker

aired July 10
Bill Ohrmann
Visionary Rancher and Painter

airs July 17
The Moran Family
Preserving Metis Heritage through Music and Storytelling