Glasgow, County seat in Valley County, Montana, United States.
Description
Glasgow is a city in northeastern Montana surrounded by rolling plains and open farmland at an elevation of about 638 meters. The town center displays modest structures typical of rural American communities, with access to natural areas and ranching landscape nearby.
History
The town was founded when the Great Northern Railway expanded into the area in 1880, with settlers naming it after Glasgow in Scotland. This railroad connection became essential to the region's development and the community's growth over the following decades.
Culture
The Valley County Pioneer Museum displays fossils and indigenous artifacts alongside railroad memorabilia that reflects the community's past. These collections show how transportation and settlement shaped daily life in this region.
Practical
The town has an Amtrak station for visitors arriving by train, with several lodging options available for overnight stays in the area. Walking around downtown is straightforward since the main attractions and services are located within a compact central area.
Did you know?
The nearby Charles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge holds elk, mule deer, and predators like red foxes and coyotes in their natural habitat. This protected area offers rare chances to observe large hoofed animals in northern Montana.
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Fort Peck Dam
26.9 km
Fort Peck Lake
46.5 kmCharles M. Russell National Wildlife Refuge
70.1 km
Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame
74.8 km
Hell Creek Recreational Area
67.2 kmFort Peck Theater
25 km
First National Bank of Glasgow
87 m
Fort Peck Original Houses Historic District
24.9 km
Garage and Fire Station
25.1 km
Charles C. Sargent House
22 km
Fort Peck Interpretive Center
26.1 kmCameron Point
38.6 kmCactus Flat Detention Reservoir
24.4 kmArrambide Reservoir
32.8 kmTriple Crossing Reservoir
43.8 kmGame Reservoir
57.4 kmThree Trees Reservoir
38.4 kmDouble Crossing Reservoir
38.7 kmFrenchman Reservoir
71.5 kmItcaina Reservoir
33 kmVR-2 Reservoir
30.6 kmRuby Reservoir
35.8 kmJudy Reservoir
18.8 kmGutshot Detention Reservoir
34.2 kmGrub Detention Reservoir
26.4 kmShort Creek Reservoir
40.8 kmJim Reservoir
36.9 kmMilk River Cowboys Association Rodeo Grounds
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