Copper King Mansion

The "Copper King Mansion" has, for years, been a prime attraction for tourists and locals alike offering frequent tours and recently, services as a Bed and Breakfast. It is rich in history and mystery as home of one of Butte's original Copper Kings, William A. Clark. But what if I told you that there is another nearby mansion that may be even more beautiful and perhaps more mysterious? Welcome to the Clark Chateau.

One of the fastest and most colorful ways to experience Butte is through one of the Trolley Tours available through the Butte Chamber of Commerce at 1000 E. George Street, just east of Montana St. You will learn about all of the characters and scoundrels, the famous folk and the miners. You'll see where they lived and worked. You will learn all about Butte, what made it grow and how it became one of the great urban centers of the early 1900s. Plus, drivers are selected on their knowledge of Butte history and folklore, and they present it in a very entertaining manner.

Butte has one of the largest Historic Landmark districts in the nation and many of these buildings reflect the unique architecture of the time.

If there's one thing Butte loves, it's a good ghost story. Going way back to the mining camp days and tales of the "Centerville Ghost" to today's ghost hunts with Chris Fisk and company, tales of the supernatural have always had a receptive ear in the Mining City. But where are the most haunted places? Here are a couple we think are in the running.

Tomorrow (December 10th), several unique holiday events are underway in the surrounding area, including the Butte Symphony Guild's Holiday Home Tour. If you've never taken this tour, you're in for an incredible surprise. The homes featured are not only beautifully displayed with gorgeous holiday decor but are extraordinary in architectural design. There's still time to get tickets to tomorrow's Holiday Home Tour, as the event runs from noon to 4 p.m. at marked locations throughout Butte. Tickets are only $15, or two for $25 through any guild member or by visiting Kennan's Jewelry in the Butte Plaza Mall, Isle of Books at 43 E. Broadway in Uptown Butte, or The Corner Bookstore at 1877 Harrison Avenue. Tickets can also be purchased at any of the featured homes; The Kelly Mansion at 829 W. Park, The Copper King Mansion at 219 W. Granite, Victorian masterpieces on Park and Antimony Street, and the B'nai Israel Temple at 327 W. Galena.

Five cool places you should check out when visiting Butte, MT.