There is an introductory video and displays that tell the history of this town. Lewis and Clark figured prominently. It is one of five museums to see in this town.
Only $8 with parks pass.And the museums are impressive.The 20 minute video had fascinating details of how different types of riverboats navigated, the hazards etc.Well worth a trip!
Access to the center is easy by car or on foot down the steamboat levee. Very informative with everything hands on. Chief Joseph's rifle is on display! Let the kids touch and feel hides, fur, steamboat pilot house and more. Well worth the entrance fee.
A must visit when in Fort Benton. Learn about the importance of the Missouri River to the region. This is where you can get information about floating down this gorgeous river.
This interpretive center focuses on the Missouri River Breaks National Monument, a mostly wild area that is far removed from the tourist trail. If you are planning to float the river, or love nature study or western history, this center provides valuable information in a low-key format. We were greeted very warmly, and directed to a room where a 20-minute video was shown. The video was excellent, and covered issues of both history and nature. The center also offers a good selection of books, maps and brochures on the area. It's a small center, but people genuinely interested in the natural, historic or recreational attractions of the Breaks will find it valuable. If you have the federal lands access pass, you can get into the center for free. Otherwise, the fee is a mere $2 per person. Keep in mind that the Breaks are very different from, say, Yellowstone Park. There is no lodging in the Monument and almost no visitor facilities at all. In fact, accessing the Monument lands takes quite a bit of effort and some outdoor skills: hiking in badlands, floating via canoe, driving rough dirt roads. This interpretive center is staffed by Bureau of Land Management rangers who can answer any and all questions and offer advice.
The museum is very nicely done with kind and informative staff. It was a great introduction to what the Missouri Breaks are and the exhibits interesting and well done.
The center reveals the layout of the land and natural displays which outlines the richness of the Missouri River and its influence on Fort Benton. It is off the beaten path, so don't miss it if you are planning a walking tour of the historical Fort Benton. I recommend you start at this location.
Even though this is a small interpretive center there is a good deal of information to be found in it. There is a very informative video which gives the history and overview of the area. The displays are interesting and interactive which children of all ages would enjoy. The staff is especially helpful and friendly. I think it is one of the must see attractions of the Fort Benton area.
Definately purchase the day pass for access to all museums in Fort Benton. Information at the Center gives a great view of the importance of the area as well as the wildlife in the area.
they had maps and advice for water travellers. Staff had been on the trip that we were planning and therefore could give advice and recomendations.