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Old Fort Park
Fort Benton, Montana |
"Tales of the Upper Missouri"
Explore the history and legends of the Upper Missouri River and
its head of navigation, Fort Benton, Montana. |
During the steamboat
era, Fort Benton evolved from a fur trade post, to a wild
lawless river port full of "scamps and scoundrels" and finally
into a sophisticated city of merchant princes, bankers,
successful businessmen and cattlemen.
Displays guide you through the eras of exploration, the time of
fur posts and military posts, and into the "golden age" of Fort
Benton.
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Wagons rolled in all directions from the
Fort Benton levee, carrying people and supplies to the
northwestern U.S. and western Canada.
The Whoop-Up Trail, Mullan Road and other important routes are
featured in major displays.
Additional displays focus upon historical characters, places,
and events along the Upper Missouri and in Fort Benton. |
Open May 23rd through September
27, 2009
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM - Monday through Saturday
12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM on Sunday
An admission fee is charged. Admission price includes visitation to
all museums and venues for two consecutive days.
For Further Information Contact
The River and Plains Society
P.O. Box 262
Fort Benton, Montana 59442
406-622-5316
8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon - Weekdays
Business Office Email: fbmuseums@mtintouch.net
Archives-Library Email:
riverplains@mtintouch.net |
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