Tagged With "Helena"

Samantha arrives in Montana, her 40th state, with a welcome that matches its name as Big Sky state.

One of Britain's most distant possessions has a new airport and hopes for tourism, but wind issues have kept it from being used.

I can't believe the wind is a new thing, although I suppose it can vary in intensity from season to season and even year to year. You'd think some engineer would have investigated this before the investment of $400 million!

Project planned and completed by an obscure government department 15,000 miles away. More explanation needed? I’d almost bet the locals could have set them straight if not for the desire not to jeopardize the construction ever happening…

Jonathan L visits the historic city of Beaufort, South Carolina

DrFumblefinger shares an unusual piece of street art he encountered while visiting Helena, that of a Bullwhacker cracking his whip. The statue was installed to remind citizens of their city's historic roots.

DrFumblefinger enjoyed a great breakfast experience at Steve's Cafe in Helena, Montana

DrFumblefinger saw this interesting mount at the Museum of Montana in Helena. It is a rare white buffalo, occurring only once in five million births.

Gumbo was visiting the State Capitol building, located in lovely Helena. It's a lovely building that has served as the "people's house" since 1902.

Our Pic of the Day features a bronze statue of a newspaper boy situated in downtown Helena, Montana

DrFumblefinger enjoys photographing old abandoned buildings, like this saloon north of Helena, Montana.

Gumbo was visiting the Cathedral of St. Helena in Montana's capital city. It is a lovely cathedral of gothic design, with fine stained-glass windows and lovely architectural features.

DrFumblefinger shares some of the signs and street art he spotted during a visit to Helena.

DrFumblefinger visits some of the fine 19th century Victorian homes in Helena, mostly funded by the Montana Gold Rush and the millionaires it created.

They lost my business over a $3.25 gift card. Sad. I bought a $30 gift card back in 2020 to help them stay in business during the shut down, only to find that they changed owners and no longer accept my gift card. I tried to redeem twice and the first time I was told by a female manager that she was able to find the original gift card purchase and that they would honor it. I came back a few months later then I was denied again. No empathy at all. Just the corporate line and shoved me out the...

While in Helena, Montana, Samantha suggests taking a ride on the Last Chance Train Tour through the city. You will learn some Helena city history.