Fort Benton is considered the birthplace of Montana. It is a
small town with a large heritage. Fort
Benton is situated on the banks of the Missouri River. It began as a buffalo robe
trading post. Discovery of gold in Montana brought new emigrants seeking their
fortunes. Infamous trails were forged
from Fort Benton into Canada and were used for whiskey trade with the Indians.
Mullen Wagon Road connected the Missouri river with the Columbia River 642
miles away. Fort Benton was the inner
most port in the world! The post played a vital role in western expansion.
Today the town of Fort Benton celebrated Summer with a
parade, historical re-enactors, music, food vendors and fireworks!
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