The town of Dillon (pop. 3,800) was named for the president of the Union Pacific Railroad. The town was established in 1880 by a group of businessmen who bought out a rancher that refused to sell to the railroad. Fishing and hiking are popular recreational activities.
Bannack is the site of Montana's first major gold discovery in 1862. It became Montana's first territorial capital in 1864. There are over 50 buildings that line Main Street with historic log and frame structures including the jail, hotel and the first capitol.
The Beaverhead County Museum is housed in a log building complex in Dillon. It features an authentic homesteader's cabin, the first flush toilet outhouse in Dillon, mining and agriculture equipment.
Hours:
May 25 to September 30: 8am-5pm; Sat:9am-5pm; Closed: Sun
October 1 to May 24: 8am-5pm; Closed: Sun, Sun, Sat
The Western Montana College Gallery and Museum is housed in the main hall of the University of Montana. It was built in 1896. Exhibits include student art and a permanent art collection of Western art. Seidensticker's Wildlife Collection features wildlife from Africa, Asia, and North America.
Hours:
January 6 to December 15: 10am-3pm; Tue:10am-9pm; Fri:10am-12pm; Closed: Sun, Sat
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Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
Bannack State Historic Park, Dillon
