On I-15. Montana’s capitol city traces its story to the 1864 discovery of gold at Last Chance Gulch. The capitol dome is covered with copper, and the Main Street is still known as Last Chance Gulch. The Great Northern Town Center features the classic Great Northern Carousel and the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Experience. The Montana Heritage Center features the Homeland Gallery of Montana’s history, children’s interactive exhibit, CM Russell Gallery, and rotating art exhibits. The Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest is to the northeast. Helena is a Gateway Community to the Continental Divide. SouthwestMT.com
22. Helena, MT
