History of Dillon, Montana, USA

Gold was first discovered in the Dillon area at Grasshopper Creek in 1862.

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The first brick building was built in the frontier town of Dillon in 1882.

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In 1884, Dillon became an incorporated town and began building sidewalks and permanent dwellings for the residents.

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1892 - Dillon - The Montana Normal College was established as a teaching college

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1895 - Dillon
Dillon, a city, capital of Beaver Head co., Montana, 69 miles by rail S. of Butte City. It has 5 churches, 2 banks, 2 newspaper offices, public schools, and manufactures of beer, hardware, furniture, &c. Pop. 1012.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1916
Dillon, a banking city, capital of Beaverhead co., Mont., 65 miles S. of Butte City, on the Oregon Short Line. Pop. in 1900, 1530.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

Here's a list of places to go and things to do in and around Dillon:
Clark's Lookout State Park:

Start your exploration with Clark's Lookout, a historical site with hiking trails and scenic views. It's a great spot to learn about the Lewis and Clark Expedition.

Beaverhead County Museum:

Dive into Dillon's history at the Beaverhead County Museum. You'll find exhibits on local Native American cultures, early settlers, and the area's mining history.

University of Montana Western:

Explore the campus of the University of Montana Western. It has a lovely setting, and sometimes there are events or performances open to the public.

Dillon Visitor Information Center:

Stop by the visitor center to gather information about the local area, get maps, and learn about any events happening during your visit.

Dillon Disc Golf Course:

If you enjoy disc golf, check out the local course. It's a fun way to spend some time outdoors.

Bannack State Park:

Take a short drive to Bannack State Park, a well-preserved ghost town. It offers a... Read MORE...