Butte in Silver Bow County, Montana — The American West (Mountains)
Salvation Army Building
Butte National Historic Landmark District
Photographed By Barry Swackhamer, July 12, 2021
1. Salvation Army Building Marker
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Salvation Army Building. Butte National Historic Landmark District. Expansion of the mining industry during the 1880s bred a darker side to Butte’s “get rich quick” appeal. Foreign-born miners poured into Butte, often arriving hungry and homeless. The large immigrant population, combined with families left indigent through mining-related accidents, generated an acute need for charitable services. The Salvation Army thus came to Butte in 1888. Assistance included day care for children, housing for the needy, occasional midwifery, and even domestic help. In addition, old-timers recall the rousing free concerts performed every Saturday night by the organization’s band. Circa 1923, the Salvation Army relocated to this fine, newly completed building, where its charitable mission continues today.
Expansion of the mining industry during the 1880s bred a darker side to Butte’s “get rich quick” appeal. Foreign-born miners poured into Butte, often arriving hungry and homeless. The large immigrant population, combined with families left indigent through mining-related accidents, generated an acute need for charitable services. The Salvation Army thus came to Butte in 1888. Assistance included day care for children, housing for the needy, occasional midwifery, and even domestic help. In addition, old-timers recall the rousing free concerts performed every Saturday night by the organization’s band. Circa 1923, the Salvation Army relocated to this fine, newly completed building, where its charitable mission continues today.
Location. 46° 0.843′ N, 112° 31.968′ W. Marker is in Butte, Montana, in Silver Bow County. Marker is on East Broadway Street near North Arizona Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map.
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Marker is at or near this postal address: 121 East Broadway Street, Butte MT 59701, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Credits. This page was last revised on October 14, 2021. It was originally submitted on October 14, 2021, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California. This page has been viewed 103 times since then and 8 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3. submitted on October 14, 2021, by Barry Swackhamer of Brentwood, California.
