Vernacular Architecture Forum
Mining Metropolis: An Island
in a Stockman's Paradise
Under Montana's Big Sky
June 10-13, 2009
Join us for the 30th annual VAF Conference
About Butte & Anaconda
History of the Butte Mining District
Butte-Anaconda NHL Registration: 774K PDF, 174-page narrative and references
Butte's Summit Valley lies about 5550 feet above sea level. Historic Uptown Butte (the "Butte Hill") is about 200 feet higher, and Anaconda is about 200 feet lower. Although June is typically one of the rainiest months, total precipitation is low and snow is possible every month of the year. The average mid-June high-low temperature range is 71ºF to 41ºF.
Montana in general and Butte in particular are casual in terms of dress.
Uptown Butte restaurant list (Word Doc) (an updated version will be available at the conference)
In Butte: Mining City Taxi - call (406) 723-6511 for reservations (recommended).
