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Fort Benton officially unveils mural honoring girls basketball team
A mural honoring the Fort Shaw Indian School girls basketball team was officially unveiled in Fort Benton on June 9, 2026.
Fort Benton receives grant to boost tourism
Seven communities in the state were selected to share $8.75 million in Pilot Community Tourism Grant funds.
Fort Benton Crowned Montana’s Best Place in Montana Madness Competition
After more than 13,000 votes cast across four rounds of competition, Montanans have spoken: Fort Benton is the state’s Best Place.
Fort Benton Museum’s Homestead Village transforms into a winter wonderland
Twinkling lights, glowing windows, and a whole lot of Christmas spirit are bringing the magic of the season to life at the Fort Benton Museum’s Homestead Village.
20 Best Places to Visit in Montana—National Parks, Ski Resorts, and Charming Small Towns Included
From national parks and alpine lakes to ski resorts and booming cities, here are the best places to travel in the state.
LOST IN Central Montana – “Big Sky Country”
DJ BBQ saddles up in Central Montana to line dance with locals, paddle the Missouri River, feast on smoky BBQ, and even trades his cowboy boots for a mermaid tail.
9 Safest Small Communities To Settle In Montana
Montana may be famous for its untamed wilderness and wide-open horizons but tucked between its peaks and prairies are towns where safety and serenity still define daily life.
A Visit to Fort Benton: The Birthplace of Montana
Fort Benton, Montana, may look like a quiet town along the banks of the Missouri River today, but for a time, it was one of the most important places in the American West.
Fort Benton Summer Celebration draws thousands
From vintage tractors to dance teams and hometown floats, Fort Benton’s Summer Celebration Parade rolled down Front Street this weekend, showcasing all the small-town pride and tradition the community is known for.
Why This Montana Town Deserves More Attention
The plains of east central Montana are one of the emptiest and most desolate portions of the country.
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