Conference logistics: The history conference will be headquartered at the Bitterroot River Inn and Conference Center, 139 Bitterroot Plaza Drive, in Hamilton. A block of rooms is being held until August 24. Be sure to ask for the Montana History Conference rate! Reservations can be made at http://www.bitterrootriverinn.com/ or by calling 406-375-2525.

The nearby Super 8 Hotel, 1325 N. First St., U.S. Hwy 93, Hamilton, is also offering special rates to conference attendees. Be sure to ask for the Montana History Conference rate! Reservations can be made at http://www.super8.com/ or by calling 406-363-2940.

Other nearby accommodations can be found at www.visitmt.com.