Can you hear me now?

This courtesy photograph from the Salish and Kootenai Tribal Forestry Photograph Collection features Eugene Maillet in forground, circa 1939 during the CCC camps era. Telephone lines to the Hog Heaven and Irvine Lookouts were constructed from this camp on Flathead Lake.

PABLO - The IMLS Historical Photograph Project is receiving more inquiries about the project. THE IMLS Project would like original photographs, submitted by the owner. Owners should provide information such as the identification of individuals, location, and date or approximate date of photograph.

IMLS says it is possible for the program to scan your photos while you wait. Release forms will need to be signed when submitting photographs. You may call want Mary Jane Charlo for an appointment for her to visit your home to gather photographs and information if necessary.

This is an opportunity for families to become a part of history. Local museums have also expressed an interest in working with the IMLS photograph project.

Ronan and Hot Springs have locations and dates chosen for their community exhibit. History on the reservation includes both tribal and non-tribal entities and both histories are intertwined. The photos submitted for publication will emphasize this point, and possibly bring to mind stories and discussion. if you're interested in participating, please contact Mary Jane at 675-2700, ext. 1283, or by email at maryjanec@cskt.org.