L A H A R is a space between art and architecture, the wild and the modern, the solitary and collective experiences.

A sentence about transformation and potential

Sited in the Beartooth-Absaroka Mountain range, L A H A R is an art space currently under development in two locations: Absarokee, Montana and Red Lodge, Montana. Each site will provide a unique exhibition environment for experimenting and triangulating space among art, architecture and geology.

The purpose of this project is to provide experimental ground for a dialogue between these two alternating conditions: white walls to open sky, town to canyon - building to earth.

L A H A R is an independent endeavor to support creative freedom, artistic mobility and sm(all) working environments.

L A H A R

    • The project plans to provide artistic and educational exhibition spaces.

    • Mediums of expression will include painting, sculpture, performance, music, film, panel discussions, writing and more.

    • First floor exhibitions open SUMMER 2026.

    • Under development, the Red Lodge Canning Co will become the new location of the LAHAR Foundation Art Space in Red Lodge, Montana.

    • The Red Lodge Canning Co. is listed on the National Registry of Historic places.

    • The Canning Co. is currently under historic rehabilitation as an ADAPTIVE REUSE project.

    • The word “Lahar” comes from the Indonesian word given to rock that has cooled and solidified from a mud slurry of pyroclastic flow.

    • It forms rock formations, cliffs, and ground soil of LAHAR’s Absarokee Canyon location currently in development and not open.

    • Lahar is prevalent in this region and other areas of the Absaroka Beartooth Range.

Foundation

    • The project will provide a public art space for the exchange of ideas, education, experience and discovery.. 

    • The project will be a civic opportunity to bring people together, engage in new conversation,  explore local history and create common experiences.

    • The restored Historic Pea Cannery as a new public art museum will expand the visitor experience in Red Lodge and contribute to local culture.

    • The project will include a local cafe, bookstore, and future outdoor public pop-up space.

    • LAHAR Foundation is a nonprofit entity and holds 501c(3) status.

    • The Foundation is currently in the process of applying for tax exempt status.