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Plenty of Attractions in Missoula
Visitors to Missoula will find plenty of things to do for a day with the
numerous historical places, galleries, museums and at certain times,
visitors may be able to catch a local attraction of festival. One of the
first places to stop on your visit to Missoula is the Smokejumper Visitor
Center. Here you'll see murals, videos and exhibits of men and women
fighting wildfires. Exhibits portrait smokejumpers from 1939 to the present
day. A reconstructed lookout tower is also at the center for visitors to
enjoy. This is the same location the Forest Service trains their current
smokejumpers. Missoula's only aviation museum is located at the East end of
the Missoula Airport. This museum is dedicated to the men who flew their
airplanes over the Northern Rockies.
The Historical Museum is a great attraction for visitors to Missoula, with
it's indoor and outdoor complexes. The indoor galleries consist of both
changing and long-term displays while the outdoor area consists of 12
historical structures for visitors to tour. Included in the outdoor area is
a restored one-room schoolhouse and a U.S. Forest Service Lookout. The
museum is located in what used to be the historic Fort Missoula from
1877-1947, and several of the original buildings from the Fort remain in the
area for visitors.
Another local attractions that visitors enjoy is A Carousel For Missoula.
This Carousel is the first fully hand-carved Carousel built within the past
sixty years. Visitors of all ages can enjoy riding on this Carousel and
enjoy the beautiful detailed work that went into the creation of the
Carousel. Relive your childhood days as you enjoy the ride on this beautiful
Carousel.
Nestled among the forest of the northern Rockies where five valleys
converge, Missoula is known as the Garden City because of its lush green
landscape and surrounding of dense trees. What started as a settlement known
as Hell Gate, Missoula was later renamed after a Salish Indian word meaning"near the cold, chilling waters." This settlement grew into an area now
occupied by 85,000 residents. The first business in Hell Gate was a trading
post started by C.P Higgins and Francis Worden. The trading post
accommodated the numerous travelers through the area.
Missoula offers a number of recreation opportunities with three major rivers
running through the area. Visitors can enjoy kayaking, canoeing, rafting and
fly fishing on these three rivers. Missoula's downtown are draws many
visitors who enjoy the unique shops, galleries, cultural activities, fine
dining establishment and an exciting nightlife. The large number of
early-century building in the downtown are among the favorite places to
visit for those who enjoy architectural history.
Throughout the year, visitors may have the opportunity to attend a major
yearly event in the community of Missoula. Some of these major celebrations
include the International Wildlife Film Festival, the International Choral
Festival, Saturday Arts and Crafts Markets, Germanfest, and the Irish
Cultural Celebration. No matter when you visit Missoula, you're sure to fine
plenty to do and see in this city that is rich in historical and cultural
events.
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