Montana became the 41st state on November 8, 1889. Helena is the state capital. There are currently 56 counties each with a courthouse.
Click on a county below to learn more:
Highest Point – Granite Peak ( 12,807 feet ) is located in Park County
Lowest Point – Kootenai River ( 1,820 feet ) is located in Lincoln County
Oldest Courthouse still in use - Madison County (1875-1876) and Choteau County (1884)
Oldest Courthouse - Beaverhead County (Bannock – 1875)
State Capitol – Helena
Governor Mansion – Helena
Old Governor Mansion – Helena