Join Dr. Melissa Ragain in conversation with Eileen Tenney, researcher and steward of the historic Samuel Lewis House, as they explore the remarkable story of Samuel W. Lewis, a 19th-century Black entertainer, settler, and entrepreneur who helped shape early Bozeman. Together, they'll share how architectural preservation, archival detective work, and storytelling are bringing his legacy back to light. Ragain will also offer a preview of the upcoming exhibition Chisel & Razor: The Artistic Legacies of Edmonia & Samuel Lewis.

Tinworks Art: In Conversation brings together artists, writers, scientists, and creative thinkers from various fields to discuss the topics of our time. For the third year in a row, through March, April and May, Tinworks will convene thought leaders from the region and beyond in consideration of Tinworks' 2026 exhibition Chisel & Razor: The Artistic Legacies of Edmonia & Samuel Lewis.

Tinworks Art: In Conversation are ticketed evening events, open to the public, presented by Tinworks at Rialto, in the historic Rialto theater in downtown Bozeman. Doors at 6:30pm, event at 7pm.