National Register Listings in Ravalli County, Montana
Allison-Reinkeh House
Alta Ranger Station
Bass Mansion
Bean, Daniel V., House
Bitter Root Cooperative Creamery
Blood, Oliver, House
Boulder Point Lookout
Brooks Hotel
Buck, Charles Amos, House
Buck, Fred, House
Canyon Creek Laboratory of the U.S. Public Health Service
Caple, W. T., House
Clark, Jennie, House
Cochran, William, House
Conway House
Cook, Calvin and Maggie, House
Cook, Wilbur, House
Cramer, Martin, House
Daly, Marcus, Memorial Hospital
DeNayer House
Drinkenberg's, F. H., First Home
El Capitan Lodge
Ellis, E. G., House
Emhoff House
Etna School
First Baptist Church
First State Bank, Dowling and Emhoff Buildings
Fisher, Joseph, House
Fort Owen
Foust, Perry, House
Foye Rental Houses
Fulton, Charles, House
Gavin House
Gill, Sherman, House
Gird Point Lookout
Gleason Building
Goff House
Gordon House
Granke, Charles, House
Hamilton Commercial Historic District
Hamilton Southside Residential Historic District
Hamilton Town Hall
Harrington, Rose, House
Hayward Lodge
Hoffman, Charles, House
Howe, John G., House
IOOF Hall
Lagerquist, John, House
Lancaster House
Landram, John A., House
Lockridge House
Lost Horse Fireman's Cabin (24RA197)
May, Albert, House
May, Charles, House
May, George, House
May, Harry, House
May, Louis, House
McCart Fire Lookout
McCrossin, James, Cabin
McFarlane House
McGlauflin House
McLaughlin, John, House
Medicine Point Lookout
Metcalf House
Methodist Episcopal Church South
Morr, Philip and Ella, House
Pine Apartments
Popham Ranch
Ravalli County Courthouse
Riverside
Rocky Mountain Laboratory Historic District
Sharp, John, House
St. Mary Peak Lookout
St. Mary's Church and Pharmacy
St. Mary's Mission Historic District (Boundary Increase)
Stevensville Feed Mill
Stevensville Grade School-United Methodist Church
Stevensville Mercantile Company Oil Storage Building
Stout, John, House
Summers-Quast Farmstead
Thornton Hospital
Trosdahl, Erick, House
University Heights Historic District
VFW Club
Wallin, Frank, House
Wamsley, Other C., House
Whaley Homestead
Williams House
Williams, John and Ann, House
Young, Benjamin, House
Butte, Montana, was once one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the United States due to its rich deposits of copper, silver, and gold. It was known as "the richest hill on earth" and attracted miners from all over the world during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
About Ravalli County
Ravalli County Timeline
Ravalli County, Montana, has a rich and diverse history that dates back thousands of years. The area was originally inhabited by several Native American tribes, including the Salish, Pend d'Oreille, and Bitterroot Salish. These tribes were highly skilled hunters, gatherers, and traders, utilizing the abundant natural resources of the Bitterroot Valley.
In the early 1800s, European explorers and fur trappers began to venture into the region. One of the most notable figures in the history of Ravalli County is Jesuit priest Pierre-Jean De Smet, who arrived in the Bitterroot Valley in 1841. De Smet played a significant role in establishing missions and building relationships with the Native American tribes.
The 1860s marked a period of rapid growth and development for the county. Gold was discovered in the region, attracting a wave of prospectors and settlers. Towns such as Stevensville and Hamilton were founded during this time, becoming important hubs for trade and agriculture. Ranching also emerged as a dominant industry in Ravalli County, making full use of the fertile land and favorable climate.
Throughout the 20th century, Ravalli County underwent various transformations. The timber industry became a major economic force, supporting the growth of towns like Darby. The county also experienced advancements in transportation, with the construction of highways and the introduction of the railroad. Today, Ravalli County remains a scenic and vibrant community, known for its stunning landscapes, outdoor recreational opportunities, and rich heritage.
In the early 1800s, European explorers and fur trappers began to venture into the region. One of the most notable figures in the history of Ravalli County is Jesuit priest Pierre-Jean De Smet, who arrived in the Bitterroot Valley in 1841. De Smet played a significant role in establishing missions and building relationships with the Native American tribes.
The 1860s marked a period of rapid growth and development for the county. Gold was discovered in the region, attracting a wave of prospectors and settlers. Towns such as Stevensville and Hamilton were founded during this time, becoming important hubs for trade and agriculture. Ranching also emerged as a dominant industry in Ravalli County, making full use of the fertile land and favorable climate.
Throughout the 20th century, Ravalli County underwent various transformations. The timber industry became a major economic force, supporting the growth of towns like Darby. The county also experienced advancements in transportation, with the construction of highways and the introduction of the railroad. Today, Ravalli County remains a scenic and vibrant community, known for its stunning landscapes, outdoor recreational opportunities, and rich heritage.
Ravalli County Timeline
This timeline provides a concise overview of the key events in the history of Ravalli County, Montana.
- 1805: The Lewis and Clark expedition passes through what is now Ravalli County.
- 1841: The first known white settlement is established by missionaries in the Bitterroot Valley.
- 1855: The Hellgate Treaty is signed between the United States and the Salish, Pend d'Oreille, and Kootenai tribes, ceding their land to the US government, including the lands that would become Ravalli County.
- 1864: The Bitterroot Valley is officially designated as Missoula County by the Montana Territorial Legislature.
- 1893: Ravalli County is established as a separate county from Missoula County.
- 1895: Hamilton becomes the county seat of Ravalli County.
- 1900s: Agriculture, logging, and mining industries thrive in Ravalli County.
- 1950s: Tourism starts to become a significant industry in the region.
- 1990s: Ravalli County experiences population growth as people are attracted to the area's natural beauty and quality of life.
- Today: Ravalli County is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, fishing, hunting, and skiing.