Who said we don’t have any culture around here?
We’re Home to Several Cultural Attractions
Visitors interested in Bitterroot Valley cultural attractions have a lot to choose from.
As we shared in Bitterroot Valley History, there’s been a lot of changes in the Bitterroot Valley over the past couple hundred years, which has created quite a diverse culture.
Explore the rich history and culture of the Bitterroot Valley by visiting some of these nearby attractions.
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Bitterroot Valley Cultural Attractions
RAVALLI COUNTY MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Daly Mansion
The historic Daly Mansion is one of the premier Bitterroot Valley attractions.
Daly Mansion / Dalymansion.org
Take a tour through this restored 25,000 square foot, 25 bedroom, 15 bathroom summer home built by Marcus Daly during the copper heydays of the late 1800’s.
Daly Mansion is located in Hamilton.
Big Hole National Battlefield
This historic site of the battle between the men of the 7th Infantry and the Nez Perce tribe.
Big Hole National Battlefield / David Dale
Big Hole National Battlefield is located approximately 60 miles south of Hamilton.
Bannack State Park
The original territorial capital of Montana was a flurry of activity in the 1860’s as gold mining took the area by storm. By the 1950’s, everyone had moved on.
Bannack State Park / Mike Goad
Experience the spectacular drive through the high valleys of the Big Hole Valley and visit this ghost town for a fun way to spend an afternoon.
Bannack State Park is located about 120 miles south of Hamilton.
Fort Owen State Park
The adobe and log structure marks the first permanent white settlement in Montana and dates back to 1850.
Fort Owen State Park / Roger Peterson
A small museum is also located on this site.
Fort Owen State Park is located just outside of the town of Stevensville.
Garnet Ghost Town
Known as Montana’s best preserved ghost town, this mining town grew to 1,000 residents by 1898.
But almost everyone was gone by 1912.
Garnet Ghost Town / Samantha Storms
While not located within the Bitterroot Valley, it’s a short drive away.
Garnet Ghost Town is located about 100 miles northeast of Hamilton.
Ravalli County Museum and Historical Society
Located in the historic County Courthouse, the Museum is loaded with area history, artifacts, photographs, displays and archives.
Collection at Ravalli County Museum / Ravalli County Museum
Ravalli County Museum & Historical Society is located in Hamilton
St. Mary’s Mission
Established in 1841 as the first church and pioneer settlement in what eventually became the state of Montana 48 years later.
St. Mary’s Mission / Bitterroot Info
St. Mary’s Mission is located in Stevensville
Travelers’ Rest State Park
This historic Lewis & Clark campsite is one of only a few locations where physical evidence has been found to prove the presence of the Corps of Discovery.
Travelers’ Rest State Park / Montana FWP
Travelers’ Rest State Park is located near Lolo, about 40 miles north of Hamilton.