133rd Commemoration of the Battle of the Big Hole

  • Mailing Address
  • PO Box 237
  • Wisdom, MT 59761
  • Contact Information
  • Phone: 406-689-3155
  • Fax: 406-689-3151

The Battle of the Big Hole was fought on August 9 and 10, 1877 between the U.S. military and the Nez Perce. Ceremonies, demonstrations, traditional Nez Perce music and park rangers help visitors understand and remember the Battle. Living history dealing with the U.S. Army will be involved. Infantry as well as some Cavalry.

Area Activities

  • American Heritage
  • Cultural
  • Dancing
  • Exhibit
  • Food And Drink
  • Storytelling
  • Walking

Services And Amenities

  • Childrens Activities
  • Educational Programs
  • Food Services
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Interpretive Display
  • Music
  • Parking
  • Pay Telephone
  • Public Restroom
  • Registered Historic Site
  • Tour

Driving Directions

Big Hole National Battlefield Park, site of the August 9, 1877 Nez Perce Battle is 10 miles west of Wisdom on Highway 43, about 100 miles south of Missoula.

Payment And Reservation Information

  • Payment Methods
  • Cash

Season / Hours Of Operation

  • Hours
  • 9:00am - 5:30pm