National Register of Historic Places

Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack

Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Listed
December 20, 2006
Type
Structure
Period
Civil War
Ref No.
06001136

About this property

The Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack, also known as the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds Racetrack and as Helena Downs, is a historic horse racing track located on the outskirts of Helena, Montana, in the United States. Constructed in 1870, the track was part of the Montana State Fairgrounds, now the Lewis and Clark County Fairgrounds. The racetrack was added to the National Register of Historic Places on December 20, 2006. Portions of the track were demolished from 2006 to 2008 due to new construction on the fairgrounds.

Location

98 W. Custer Ave.
Helena, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
46.62150, -112.05703

Categories

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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Nearby Historic Sites

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When was Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack listed on the National Register?

Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 20, 2006.

What type of historic resource is Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack?

Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack is classified as a structure in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack?

The period of significance for Montana State Fairgrounds Racetrack is recorded as the civil_war era, specifically around 1870.

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