Montana State Capitol and
Original Governor's Mansion Tours
The dome of the State Capitol Building.
Montana State Capitol Tours
The Capitol is open for self-guided tours
Monday-Saturday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Make special group tour reservations by calling (406) 444-4789.
Fee: School tours free, $50 per adult group (max. 25 people).
Summer Hours:
May 1 though September 30Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 pm.
Closed Holidays.
Tours on the hour.
Winter Hours:
October 1 through December 31 and January 1 through April 30 in a non-Legislative Session year (even numbered years)Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
No tours Sundays through Fridays and Holidays.
Self-guided tours available.
January 1 through April 30 - Legislative Session (odd numbered years)
Monday through Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays and Holidays.
Discover the buildings magnificent history, ornate art, classical architecture and function as the seat of the state's government. During the legislative session, tours focus on the democratic process and legislative structure.
You are also welcome to tour the Capitol on your own. Self-guided tour booklets are available at the information desk on the first floor of the Capitol. One booklet per group. Please do not litter or waste-- return used booklets in good condition to the tour desk.
Purchase our new book Montana's State Capitol: The People's House. Lavishly illustrated with both historic and modern photographs, the book provides information on the history, architecture, art, and sculpture of the Capitol Building. Available at the Montana Historical Society Store .
Original Governor's Mansion Tours
Summer Hours:
May 1 through September 30Tuesday through Saturday, Tours at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays, Mondays and Holidays.
Winter Hours:
October 1 through April 30
Saturdays, Tours at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00 and 3:00 p.m.
Closed Sundays through Fridays and Holidays.
Fee: $4.00 per adult, $1.00 per child, $10.00 per family maximum.
Make special group tour reservation by calling (406) 444-4789.
Fee: School groups are free, $50 per adult group (max. 20 people).
Explore this Queen Anne-Style mansion that was home to Montana's governors from 1913-1959. The guided tour is a splendid opportunity for visitors to experience the material culture and social history of the residence of Governor Stewart and his family, 1913-1921. Children's tours are highlighted with mischievous stories of the young Stewart girls, Emily, Marjorie, and Leah. Tour groups are limited to twenty people.
