Silver Bow County

Silver Bow County is an administrative division in Montana that contains both urban areas and natural landscapes throughout its territory. The county encompasses several communities connected through local government services.

The county emerged in the 1800s as silver mining developed and gave the area its name. In 1977, the city and county governments merged to form the consolidated entity of Butte-Silver Bow.

The World Museum of Mining displays machinery, tools, and exhibits from different mining eras that shaped the region. Walking through it, you see how mining shaped daily life and work in this area.

The county administration is based in Butte and offers public services distributed across multiple locations. Visitors needing official services or information should head to the main administrative center.

Despite its small land area, the county maintains a substantial population and serves as a key economic hub. This combination of compact geography with significant population creates an important regional center.

GPS coordinates: 45.90091,-112.67888

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23