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History of Dillon & Beaverhead County
At Beaverhead County Museum, we aspire to be more than simply a collection of unique objects. We are devoted to creating a living, interactive learning experience through events and exhibitions. Come explore the history of Beaverhead County with us.
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DISPLAY YOUR NATIVITY SCENE AT THE BEAVERHEAD MUSEUM
Please help us celebrate our 2nd annual Nativity Scene exhibit at the museum. Please bring your Nativity Scene(s) to the Beaverhead County Museum at 15 S. Montana St. beginning November 13th through December 5th from 10 am to 4 pm or call Candi at (406) 683-5027 for more information.
The exhibit was a huge success last year. The exhibit and main museum will be open to the public free of charge beginning with the Christmas Stroll December 6th through December 17th . The museum is equipped with security cameras and cabinets for those displays that need to be behind glass. We look forward to sharing your display with others!
Candi and the board of Trustees thank you for supporting the Beaverhead County Museum these past years!
Museum Hours & Information
Open December 6 – 17, 2024 for the Christmas Stroll.
Celebrate the season strolling through our second annual Nativity Scene Exhibit.
The museum will be closed during the winter season beginning October 28th to April 30th to prepare our new exhibits for the 75th anniversary of the Beaverhead County Museum. Throughout 2025 we will be celebrating the museum beginning with programs, Friends of the Museum Dinner, exhibits, presentations and other events that will be announced later this year.
If visitors would like to tour the museum, do research, shop our gift store or rent the Old Depot Theatre, please call 406-683-5027 or email bvhdmuseum@hotmail.com.
Poindexter & Orr
The partners Phillip Poindexter and William Orr moved their business to Beaverhead County. The P&O ranch recorded the first brand in Montana Territory, the square and compass.
History of the Museum
Thanks to some forward thinking women the museum now is a place that holds Dillon and Beaverhead County History for generations to come.
Dillon
Dillon was founded in 1880 when the Utah and Norther Railroad came through the area. When it reached the ranch of Mr. Deacon he would not sell to the railroad.
On September 13, 1880, the Dillon townsite group assembled at Deacon's ranch. The deed for the property was recorded in the county courthouse in Bannack on September 16, 1880. The instant town of Dillon took shape.
GIFT STORE HOURS
Open Mon - Friday
10 am to 4 pm
Self-Guided Tour
We offer visitors a way to experience the exhibits in three easy steps: 1. download a QR Scanner App from your app store (this should be free) 2. Scan the QR code in the museum. 3. Enjoy the Tour!