This beautiful city owes its existence to the 19th century gold miners who came seeking their fortune, but our history goes even further back to the days of the Lewis & Clark expedition. Fortunately for history buffs, Helena hasn’t forgotten its past. Our many museums and historic attractions will take you back to learn and, in some cases, even relive some wild and exciting times. You’ll find plenty of fascinating ways to experience our past from the Corps of Discovery to the rough-and-tumble days of the cowboys who won the West.