Powell County Museum

  • Address
  • 1106 Main Street
  • Deer Lodge, MT 59722
  • Mailing Address
  • 1106 Main Street
  • Deer Lodge, MT 59722
  • Contact Information
  • Phone: 406-846-1694

The story of Deer Lodge unfolds when you step into the Powell County Museum of local history. Experience what life was like in early Montana through the displays and photos of the area.

Exhibits include displays of early 20th century living, 1920's household displays and collectibles. Other exhibits include early placer and mining exhibits and the Hunton Wood Carving Collection.

Powell County Museum is located in the Old Montana Prison Complex, which houses five unique museums inside its historic prison walls. The complex includes the Old Montana Prison, Powell County Museum, Frontier Montana Museum, Yesterday's Playthings and the Montana Auto Museum.

One fee covers all five museums.

Area Activities

  • shopping
  • exhibit
  • history
  • museum
  • art

Services And Amenities

  • handicapped accessible
  • public restroom
  • registered historic site
  • unescorted tour

Driving Directions

Powell County Museum is located on Main Street in Deer Lodge off I-90 using exits 184 or 187. It is located in the Old Montana Prison Complex.

Season / Hours Of Operation

  • Hours
  • Summer Hours: 12noon - 5pm daily
    Closed from Mid September till early June

For FREE Gold West travel information call 1-800-879-1159 or request online.
1105 Main Street, Deer Lodge, MT 59722

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