The Museum of the Upper Missouri


The Museum of the Upper Missouri

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.

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 Memorial Day weekend through September 30th
10:30 AM to 4:30 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
Email The Museums Office
Email the Archives and Library




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