Publications of Special Interest
The MBMG creates many publications of special interest that either do not fit neatly into our main programs or are of particular interest to the public. This page features some of these publications. We will continue to update this collection.
The Geology of Montana is a collaboration of scientists across the country, summarizing the state of geologic science in Montana in two volumes. Volume I, when complete, will include 17 papers that present Montana’s geologic history, and Volume II will include 11 papers that explore special topics related to our geologic resources. Articles are released as they are completed.
An updated, comprehensive geologic map of Montana at 1:500,000 scale was released in 2007. It is available in various formats:
A postcard of the Butte Mine Map (MC 19) depicting Butte's underground mines.
A wall map showing 100 years of underground mining in Butte with a map of all the tunnels and mines.
A storymap showing the locations and subjects of MBMG annual calendars since 1990
The 2024 MBMG screensaver, with striking photos of Montana geology, scenery, and wildlife taken by MBMG staff and their families.
Dick Berg's renowned study of sapphires in Butte and Deer Lodge.
Second in Dick Berg's series of sapphire studies.
The final major study in Dick Berg's sapphire series.
A series of 11 wall maps on various aspects of Lewis and Clark's journey, by Bob Bergantino and Ginette Abdo.