By now you have most likely seen the unique and incredible interpretation of Butte, Montana by folk artist Eric Dowdle in his "Butte, America" puzzle that was released last year.  If you've seen Dowdle's work you are familiar with his intricate yet intimate design and brilliant use of color, but how he captures our town, and our community, is truly something special.  He finds the little things that make Butte special along with, of course, the things that have made Butte famous.

The Butte, America Puzzle is also a lot of fun to put together.  There is a 500-piece version that is perfect for a novice puzzle builder or someone who wants to get it assembled over the weekend.  There is also a 1000-piece puzzle that is a bit more challenging.  These puzzles are perfect for not only puzzle enthusiasts and Butte residents but make fantastic gifts for birthdays, holidays or any time of year.

Now through May 16th, when you purchase a Butte, America Puzzle you will be entered into a weekly drawing for fantastic prizes from local businesses.  Puzzles are availalble at the following locations:

Drawings will take place each Friday through May 16th.  No purchase necessary.  If you would like be entered into the drawing without a purchase, please call the Butte Chamber of Commerce at (406) 723-3177.

Know Your Butte History: Standing Mine Headframes

Dozens of mine headframes used to dot the Butte hill but most have since been torn down or swallowed by the Pit. Here are the ones that still tower proudly over our town.

Gallery Credit: Tommy O, Townsquare Media

Butte's Ghost Signs Part 1

Uptown Butte was once one of the largest urban centers in the Northwest and the bustling heart of a thriving Mining City. Here is the first in a series of some of the ghost signs you can see Uptown that have survived through the decades.

Gallery Credit: Gallery Credit: Tommy O/Townsquare Media

"Ghost Signs" of Uptown Butte Part 2

Gallery Credit: Gallery Credit: Tommy O/Townsquare Media

 

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