There’s something powerful about telling stories in the place where lives are remembered. This walking tour through Sunset Hills Cemetery explores the history of Bozeman’s Black community by visiting the headstones of those who helped shape the town’s early years. Together, we will honor members of the Samuel Lewis family, Lizzie Williams, the McDonald family, and so many others whose lives were woven into the fabric of this growing settler community. We’ll also take time to appreciate the art and symbolism carved in stone, exploring the iconography and architectural styles that mark these resting places.

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

This tour will meet at Sunset Hills Cemetery entrance.

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.