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of historic fort benton, montana

Scamps & Scalawags, Warriors and Heroes, Fur Traders and Whiskey Traders, Lawmen and Outlaws, Cowboys and Homesteaders.

       

Come see and hear the stories

of historic fort benton, montana

Scamps & Scalawags, Warriors and Heroes, Fur Traders and Whiskey Traders, Lawmen and Outlaws, Cowboys and Homesteaders.

       

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The time of the Blackfeet hunts on the northern plains, the passage of Lewis & Clark, the fur & robe trade from palisaded forts along the Upper Missouri, and the final attempts to settle the great plains.
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Step back in time as you explore the history of the American West at Fort Benton, Montana’s remarkable museums. Explore hundreds of years of frontier history, let us assist you in your journey of discovery.
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At Fort Benton’s museums, you’ll explore 200 years of Western and frontier history… authentic stories of great adventure and sometimes great tragedies. See period furnishings, collections and more!
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Experience the Birthplace of Montana!

Montana’s Heritage Complex 
of 
World Class Museums and Research Facilities

Located in Fort Benton “The Birthplace of Montana”™  the Heritage Complex is the home of Old Fort Benton, The Museum of the Upper Missouri, The State of Montana’s Museum of the Northern Great Plains, Homestead Village, The Hornaday Smithsonian Buffalo Gallery, The Upper Missouri River Breaks Interpretive Center, The Overholser Research Center, The Schwinden Library, and The Montana Agricultural Center.

Welcome to Historic Fort Benton!

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Step back in time as you explore the history of the American West at Fort Benton!
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I strongly advise you go visit these museums!
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I strongly advise you go visit these museums!
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Hours of Operation

HISTORIC OLD FORT BENTON

Open May 26, 2023 – Memorial Weekend and close September 30, 2023 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Saturday Noon to 4:00 PM on Sunday

MUSEUM OF THE NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS

Open May 26, 2023 – Memorial Weekend and close September 30, 2023 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Saturday Noon to 4:00 PM on Sunday

MUSEUM OF THE UPPER MISSOURI

Open May 26, 2023 – Memorial Weekend and close September 30, 2023 Noon to 4:00 PM on Sunday

UPPER MISSOURI RIVER BREAKS INTERPRETIVE CTR

Summer Hours Open May 26, 2023 – Memorial Weekend and close September 30, 2023 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM Monday through Saturday Noon to 4:00 PM on Sunday

Winter Hours Call for Appointment 406-622-4000 or 1-877-256-3252