The greatest loss of life in hardrock mining history ocurred in Butte on June 8, 1917, when 168 men died in the tragic Spec Fire Disaster. The Granite Mountain Memorial offers the visitor an unforgettable panoramic view of the 10,000-foot Highland Mountains, the Continental Divide and the remnants of a once booming mining industry. Interpretive plaques tell the story of the people, events and turbulent times that surrounded this catastrphic episode.
Activities
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Directions
The location of the Granite Mountain Memorial is found by heading north on Main Street and turning right at the directional sign just beyond the St. Lawrence Church in Walkerville.
Hours / Season of Operation
Season:
All Year
Hours:
Daylight
Contact Information
Granite Mountain Memorial
Mailing Address:
1000 George Street Butte,
MT 59701
Street Address:
Butte Chamber of Commerce Butte,
MT 59701
Phone: 406-723-3177
Toll Free: 800-735-6814
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