Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at The Glacier Institute

Join the Columbia Falls Area Chamber of Commerce in celebrating The Glacier Institutes new location and Nature Center in Columbia Falls, Montana.

Date: Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Presentations and Official Ribbon Cutting: 4:15 PM – 4:30 PM

Come tour their new location, hear about their programs, and celebrate with The Glacier Institute. 

Event Highlights:
– Ribbon cutting ceremony
– Staff introductions
– Facility tours
– Light snacks and refreshments

This event is free and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Meet Our Host: Glacier Institute

The Glacier Institute is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and is the Official Education Partner of Glacier National Park and Flathead National Forest.

We look forward to helping you get the very most out of your visit to Glacier National Park.

With so many choices, deciding what to do in Glacier National Park and the Flathead Valley can feel daunting. You shouldn’t have to worry about missing out on incredible hikes, views, and opportunities you didn’t know existed. That's where we come in. The Glacier Institute provides a wide range of guided hikes, camps, and educational programs for all ages and abilities. From personalized hiking tours to kids' camps, and week-long nature courses, we promise to connect you with the natural world like never before and provide you with an experience you’ll never forget.

Since 1983, we’ve helped over 40,000 people just like you to learn a new appreciation for the outdoors and experience magnificent scenery on what is sure to be the trip of a lifetime.

We believe you deserve to fall in love with the natural world and gain a little extra meaning you can carry with you throughout your life. Come join us to make the most of your Glacier National Park tours and create amazing memories to last a lifetime.