Stumptown Historical Society

05/07/2026

Pop quiz! Which of these GNRY logos came first? Try to answer without looking it up! 🧐🚂

04/23/2026

Oh to be on a train trip and get an Empire Builder Junior menu goat mask 😍
Thanks to Larry Grove for these wonderful donations!

04/09/2026

Aerial view of Whitefish, circa 1940. Walking around town on these beautiful spring days? If you’re curious about some of the street names in town, we’ve got the scoop for you in our latest newsletter! 👀 you can read it on the website (link below) or sign up to have it delivered straight to your inbox!

https://www.stumptownhistoricalsociety.org/post/meet-the-people-and-stories-behind-our-street-names

02/09/2026

Oh hey it's us!

A poster for sale at Stumptown Historical Society offers a good bird’s-eye view of the evolution of the Whitefish Winter Carnival button.

https://whitefishpilot.com/news/2026/jan/28/the-keepers-of-whitefishs-winter-carnival-buttons/

02/07/2026

Once again Second Story is hosting a FREE screening of the Whitefish Winter Carnival: A Documentary, tonight at 7:00pm. Come learn the history and all the colorful characters involved in this delightful small town celebration.

http://www.stumptownhistoricalsociety... - Celebrating the mythical god named Ullr who reigned over winter activities in the Nordic regions. Ullr and his two...

02/03/2026

It’s Carnival Time once again! Have you read our newsletters featuring carnival history, traditions, and favorite costume groups? Well check 'em all out here: https://www.stumptownhistoricalsociety.org/newsletter

01/28/2026

The Great Northern Bar came to being in 1919, just fourteen years after Whitefish itself was incorporated (in 1905). Its original location was on the north side of 2nd street, and it moved to its current location in the fifties. This photo is circa 1965.
'The Northern' has cycled through a few different owners since then, but has always been a watering hole for locals, from the railroaders of its namesake to skiers, golfers, blue and white collar workers alike, and visitors seeking to unwind or hear good music amongst friendly locals. It’s a true and iconic anchor of the downtown and as we watch this historic moment unfold, we wish the Northern all the best in its new chapter—one of many in the unfolding tale of a beloved and storied place.

01/07/2026

Have you signed up for our newsletter? You can look forward to gems like this!

The summit of Big Mountain has always beckoned to those longing for adventure and sweet powder, but the way to the top hasn’t always been as easy as it is today. Join us as we explore some of the first methods to get to the top.

12/18/2025

What’s this? (wrong answers only! 😂😉)

12/03/2025

PSA: the Whitefish Museum will be open limited hours during the 2025 holiday season while we make some much needed repairs and upgrades to the elevator in the small lobby, which is utilized by all the tenants of the hoping including BNSF and Amtrak. The museum lobby is currently packed with gear, tools, and workmen, so you may wish to call ahead to be sure the museum is open before you plan your visit! Thanks for your interest in our museum and the mission of the Stumptown Historical Society. 406-862-0067