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National Register of Historic Places

Ramsay Historic District

Also known as Ramsay Townsite

A district of 32 historic buildingsOn the Register since 1988
DuPont StyleListed 1988Butte-Silver Bow
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Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.

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About the district

Ramsay Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Jan 14, 1988. It was among the first 9 of Butte-Silver Bow’s 21 listings. The Register lists it for its industry, town planning and architecture, at the local level. The district takes in 32 historic buildings. The listing covers 25 acres.

PDFRead the original nominationThe form that put it on the Register, with its history, photos and a map · 40 MB · National Archives↗
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Finding Ramsay Historic District

6.5 miles west of Butte on I 90, in Butte-Silver Bow, MT

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No other Register listing is within a short walk.

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Questions about Ramsay Historic District

Is Ramsay Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places?

Yes. It was added on Jan 14, 1988 (Register number 87002227).

Is Ramsay Historic District a National Historic Landmark?

No. It is on the National Register; Montana has 25 National Historic Landmarks. The nearest is Butte-Anaconda Historic District (Additional Documentation), 7.3 miles away.

Can you visit Ramsay Historic District?

Our record doesn’t say whether it is open to visitors. Many listed buildings are private, so it may only be seen from the street.

Where can I read the history of Ramsay Historic District?

In its National Register nomination, the form that put it on the Register: a 40 MB PDF at the National Archives, linked on this page.

Sources: National Park Service, National Register of Historic Places (05/22/2026) · National Archives catalog record 71976569. Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.