National Montana Day
We recognize each state in the order they entered the union, beginning with Hawaii and ending with Hawaii on Independence Day. We feature a small part of each state's past, foods, and the people who make up the state. There's so much more to discover, we can't help but celebrate our beautiful country even more.
When it comes to the 41st state in the United States, it's difficult to decide where to start.
Big sky country is there day or night, whether we look up or not. The dome above us, azure blue paints the northern lights dazzle and dance at night and during the day. But, it's also the Yellowstone region of the United States, known for the big sky, its geysers, hot springs, mountain views, and the majority entrances into the park.
Travel east and back in time to the Battle of the Little Big Horn in June 1876. Visit Custer National Cemetery to learn about the people who died in the war that day. Montana became a state on November 8, 1889, ten years later, on November 8, 1889.
In Montana, it's easy to get lost. The stunning mountain views alone can make one forget why they left the room. For example, Glacier National Park is a treasure worth seeing. https://www.nps.gov/glac/index.htm : A dark night sky is one of the country's most valuable natural resources, according to the Crown of the Continent.
When it comes to Montana, one thing is for sure: its people. Whether you're looking for dinosaurs, the past of Blackfeet, or Nez Pierce, a real working ranch, Montana's people are as authentic as the land they live on.
