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Great Northern Carousel
The Great Northern Carousel is a family affair for Alan Nicholson, wife and five children. All have contributed in one way or another. Molly, eight years old, helped by having her class test ride the Carousel.
The carousel has two chariots and features 38 animals. Some of the hand sculptured animals are otters, bears, horses, fish, rabbits, and even a dinosaur. The animals that dance around the carousel were hand-painted by Bette Largent of Spokane, WA.
The enclosed year-round carousel is decorated with stained-glass murals of the Capitol, the fire tower, the civic center, elk, and grizzly bear. Mary Harris, a Helena artist, made the glass scenery panels. The west facing windows of the building are original stained glass from the Old Broadwater Hotel of Helena and over one hundred years old.
After a wind sweeping ride, step up and taste our locally made premium ice cream. We offer 24 flavors including a flavor of the month, plus seasonal favorites like apple, watermelon, cantaloupe and peach. Then to help relive your trip, stop in our gift shop and purchase a treasure.
Activities
Picnicking, Childrens Activities
Services and Amenities
Snack Bar, Air Conditioning, Childrens Activities, Gift Shop, Handicapped Accessible, Merchandise, Non-Smoking, Parking, Public Restroom
Directions
The Great Northern Carousel is located in the Great Northern Downtown Center. Entering from the west, proceed to Getchell and turn right, you will see the Carousel and the parking lot on your left. Entering from I-90, exit at Cedar Street exit, turn left at the signal, proceed on main road until the intersection of Main and Euclid, turn right, get into left lane, Carousel will be on your left, turn onto Getchell.
Hours / Season of Operation
Season:
All Year
Hours:
Regular Hours
Sunday - Thursday: 11:30am - 8:00pm
Friday: 11:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Extended Summer hours:
Sunday 11:00am - 9:00pm
Monday - Thursday: 10:00am - 9:00pm
Friday - Saturday: 10:00am -
Contact Information
Great Northern Carousel
Mailing Address:
40 West 14th Street Suite 4B
Helena,
MT 59624
Street Address:
989 Carousel Way
Helena,
MT 59601
Phone: 406-457-5353
Fax: 406-443-2161
Payment / Reservation Information
Payment Methods:
Cash, Master Card, Personal Check (In State), Visa
Discount Types:
Senior Citizens, Student Discount
Reservations:
N/A
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