Unearthing the Past: The History of Crow Agency | 'They Gazed On The Beartooths' Series #2

In this episode of The Big Fat Podcast, joined by guests Penny Redli and Donna West, we delve into the intriguing and often overlooked history of the Crow Agency. From school tours to fascinating artifact discoveries and archaeological digs, learn about the critical role the Crow Agency played in the region's history. We explore key figures, historical incidents, and cultural transitions of the Crow people. Sponsored by Pinnacle Property of Montana and in collaboration with the Museum of the Beartooths, this 2nd episode in our ‘They Gazed On The Beartooths’ series, is a captivating exploration of the past right underneath our feet. Penny Redli  Executive Director - Museum Of The Beartooths https://www.museumofthebeartooths.com/ Donna West Owner/Broker - Pinnacle Property Of Montana https://www.PinnacleProperty.com 00:00 Introduction to the Big Fat Podcast 00:54 Exploring Crow Agency's Educational Impact 03:15 Artifacts and Archaeological Discoveries 07:33 Corruption and Controversies at Crow Agency 20:27 Chief Plenty Coup and Cultural Transitions 29:25 Historical Figures and Burial Practices 40:14 Preserving Crow Agency's Legacy 50:22 Historical Preservation and Subdivision Challenges 52:39 The New Book on Crow Agency 53:46 Artifacts and Photographs from Crow Agency 56:36 The Only Existing Journal and Agency Records 57:48 The Untold Story of Crow Agency 01:00:09 Adobe Structures and Nomadic Influences 01:01:50 Fort Parker and Historical Markers 01:04:52 Mining Disputes and Nye City 01:16:16 Archaeological Discoveries and Trash Analysis 01:28:55 Crow Tribes Influence in Stillwater County 01:30:28 Modernizing Historical Tours 01:35:18 Conclusion and Acknowledgements