Historic St. Mary's Mission, Inc.

"Where Montana Began" 48 years before Montana became a state, established in 1841 by Fr.Pierre DeSmet by request of the Salish Indians seeking Black Robes as teachers. A photo gallery in the 1861 cabin of Chief Victor brings a sense of the 19th century when the Indian and European cultures merged. The 1866 Chapel, Fr. Ravalli's log cabin and pharmacy contain furnishings handmade by Fr. Anthony Ravalli, Montana's first medical doctor. A Salish encampment represents the native home of the Bitter Root Salish, while St. Mary's Mission represents the first pioneer settlement in Montana. St. Mary's Mission is the story of remarkable people in a turbulent time, and the assimilation of two very different cultures against the backdrop of the American Frontier. Walk through history and see, touch and hear this fascinating, dramatic and important chapter of this nation's past.

Contact

Website

Email

stmary@cybernet1.com

Street Address

West End of 4th St
Stevensville, MT 59870
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Mailing Address

PO Box 211
Stevensville, MT 59870

Phone:

406-777-5734

Fax

406-777-5734

Operations

Hours & Season of Operation

Season: April 15 thru October 15
Hours: Tours: 10am to 4pm Tuesday thru Friday, 11-3 Satur

Reservations:

Activities Offered:

american heritage
antiques
cultural
cultural tours
day tour
education
history
museum
tour

Payment Methods:

american express
cash
discover
master card
personal check (in state)
travelers checks
visa

Services Offered:

books
gift shop
information
major credit cards
merchandise
registered historic site