Janie Bryant first came to Montana to work. Now, when she’s there, she hikes, shops vintage, and effortlessly wears her weekend uniform: jeans and cowboy boots.
The Emmy Award-winning costume designer behind many Taylor Sheridan series, including… 1883, 1923 and Landmanwas recently in state for Paramount+’s Madison. Since first filming there five years ago, Bozeman has become a home away from home.
Bryant says she first felt connected to the country while filming 1883. “My crew and I were driving up to Yellowstone, and it was snowing,” she recalls. “I remember going up into the mountains filled with pine trees, and crying at how beautiful the state was. The sky is so wide.”
Since then, Bozeman has been a place where Bryant fills her free time with long walks, sound baths, singing and good food. “There are so many places I love in Bozeman,” she says.
THR I asked a Montana fan to share her favorite spots in and near Bozeman.
food
Blackbeard’s Kitchen “They have a delicious cucumber salad,” Bryant says. “They make all their pastas in house, the sourdough pizza is amazing, and they don’t use seed oils.” 40 E Main Street, Bozeman, Montana 59715
festive “I love the food. They have cauliflower wings, and they’re made with suet.” 24 N Tracy Ave, Bozeman, Montana 59715
JW Heist Steak House “It’s a fancy place. They have a delicious steak. I always have a filet steak.” 27 E Main Street, Bozeman, Montana 59715
Aurora French Bakery and Café “This is my favorite bakery,” she says. Her recommendation? “Almond croissants and sourdough bread.” 141 West Baxter Lane, Unit 13, Bozeman, Montana 59718
shopping
Bozeman vintage “They have different durations [of clothing]”They have a lot of great coats from the ’70s,” Bryant shares. They have beautiful antique turquoise jewelry. They also have a great kids section, with beautiful cowboy boots and lots of 70s maxi dresses as well. 1008 North 7th Street, Unit F, Bozeman, Montana 59715
Rare vintage bird
“It’s a little more specialized,” she says of the mother-daughter-owned store. “It’s a little more organized. They have beautiful pieces.” 18 S Wilson Ave, Bozeman, Montana 59715
ZSA-ZSA’S “It’s one of my favorite jewelry and crystal stores,” Bryant says. “I got the most beautiful pair of turquoise earrings there. My dad used to call me Sleeping Beauty. I went for my birthday. … [The owner Joanna Pratt] He was like, “This is from the Sleeping Beauty Mine in New Mexico.” “I’ll take that, please,” I said. It has amazing crystals and stones. Even if you’re not looking for jewelry, it’s a beautiful place. Joanna knows a lot about each of the stones and crystals. She is super knowledgeable. 23 W Main Street, Bozeman, Montana
Nature, spirituality and therapies
Mountain drinking trail “It’s a great ride,” Bryant says of the 2.4-mile loop trail. “I do that a lot.” Pro tip: “You really have to take the altitude into account because you’re like, ‘Oh, this isn’t a long hike, but when you get to the top, you can really feel it.’
Wild Wisdom Collection “I was reading Bozeman Magazine For spiritual things to do, I was feeling afraid [when I read about Wild Wisdom]. On weekends they do sound baths and chanting. “I had a whole weekend, and it was great.” 7 S. Tracy Street. In downtown Bozeman, Montana 59715
Buddy Farms “I went with my mother when she came to visit. It’s all outside. The host is there to welcome you, and that’s where we got massages. They also have a farm-to-table restaurant. It was snowing that day, and little snowflakes were falling. It was so magical and beautiful. The property is gorgeous.” 13624 Cottonwood Road, Bozeman, Montana 59718
Norris Hot Springs “It’s fun,” she says of the natural hot springs. “They’ve dug a wooden pond, and the water comes through it. Everyone goes there. It’s very rustic. It’s not like going to Canyon Ranch or some fancy spa. I like that it’s very Montana. It’s more authentic. I mean, who doesn’t also love Canyon Ranch? That’s a beautiful experience. I’m just saying, by contrast, going to Norris Hot Springs is rustic and fun.” 42 Montana Highway 84, Norris, Montana 59745
Hotels
Kimpton Armory Hotel “This is where I stay. They have great service. Everyone is so nice.” 24 West Mendelhall Street, Bozeman, Montana 59715
The one and only Moonlight Basin “I want to go,” Bryant says of Montana’s newest luxury resort. One&Only Moonlight Basin – designed by renowned architecture firm Olson Kundig – is located on 240 acres with stunning views of Big Sky and Montana, about an hour and 15 minutes’ drive south of Bozeman. 77 Roosevelt Rd, Big Sky, Montana 59716
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