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CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE AT THE OLD MONTANA PRISON

The Staff and Board of Directors of the Powell County Museum & Arts Foundation extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who helped make our 250th Independence Day Celebration such a memorable event. A special thank you goes to the Deer Lodge Volunteer Fire Department for providing an incredible fireworks display that brought a spectacular close to the evening. We are also grateful to MacKenzie River for generously donating the hamburgers and hot dogs that served as the main co

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Aug 202 min read

155TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OLD MONTANA PRISON

On July 2, 2026, the Old Montana Prison proudly celebrated its 155th anniversary, commemorating 155 years since the first prisoner entered through its gates on July 2, 1871. It was a day filled with history, fun, and community as visitors joined us in honoring this incredible milestone. Our staff embraced the spirit of the celebration by dressing in striped prison uniforms and interacting with guests in character, creating a memorable and immersive experience throughout the

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Aug 121 min read

Explore The Dark Side Of Montana History: The After Hours Tour

For those who are fascinated by the paranormal and captivated by history--but prefer to experience it without the intensity of a full paranormal investigation--the Old Montana Prison's After Hours Tour offers the perfect balance. This unique evening experience invites guests to step inside the prison after the doors have closed for the day and uncover the stories that still linger within its walls. As daylight fades and the atmosphere shifts, visitors are guided through the p

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Apr 221 min read

CELEBRATING 250 YEARS OF INDEPENDENCE AT THE OLD MONTANA PRISON

155TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OLD MONTANA PRISON

Explore The Dark Side Of Montana History: The After Hours Tour

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