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

Step onto the streets of 19th-century Bozeman and experience the town through the lens of Samuel Lewis, who called this growing frontier community home. This immersive walking tour invites you to trace his footsteps through the heart of the city by standing where his barber shop once buzzed with conversation, visiting the site of his residence, and exploring the income properties he built as Bozeman expanded around him. Along the way, you’ll learn about the neighbors, business owners, and families, such as the McDonald family, who shaped his world and shared in the making of early Bozeman. Discover a town built not just of buildings, but of relationships, ambition, and community.

Please wear comfortable shoes to walk in and dress for changing weather conditions. A water bottle is recommended as well. This tour will start at the Extreme History Project headquarters at 234 E Mendenhall St.

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.