Here Are Some Of The Oldest Photos Ever Taken In Montana And They’re Incredible

Montana became a state in 1889, and in the last 130 years (and beyond), there has definitely been a lot of life lived in the Treasure State. We love looking at old photos of Montana — they are treasures that give us glimpses into the past. We have gathered several historic Montana photos for you to enjoy. They each tell a fascinating story.

1. Students at Butte High School posed for this photo in 1921, which was published in the local paper, The Mountaineer.

2. This photo of Bozeman Station is from 1899.

3. Progress is being made on the Milltown Dam in Missoula County. This photo was taken in October 1908.

3. Here's a shot of Wisdom in 1939.

Only about 100 people live here today.

4. Recognize this beloved town?

It's Philipsburg in 1942. It really doesn't look that different.

5. Missoula, however, definitely looked different in 1942.

6. Helena has always been beautiful.

This photo is from 1940.

What do you think of these six old Montana photos? Which one is your favorite? Let us know in the comments. We'd love to hear from you. And, if you have any old photos of Montana, we'd love to see them. Feel free to add them to your comment below as well.

For more vintage photos of Montana, check out this collection. And, if you are like us and enjoy visiting historic sites in Montana, here are five historic towns in Montana that will send you back in time. Of course, if you plan to visit these historic towns on an unforgettable road trip (who could blame you?), make sure to check out our ultimate road trip packing list and some of our favorite car-friendly snacks before you go. It's always best to be prepared for your upcoming journey.