About Great Falls

Located on the Missouri River, Great Falls, Montana is a city that 53,000 Americans call home. Great Falls gets its name for it's close vicinity to five waterfalls nearby. These waterfalls caused trouble for the Lewis and Clark expedition of 1802 when the famous explorers passed through the region. The city was officially incorporated in 1888. In the city's early history, it thrived as an industrial and supply center for the West. Great Falls weather allows the residents to experience all four seasons. The summers are fairly mild, with the average high being 82 degrees. However, the winters can be bitterly cold, with temperatures averaging in the low teens. The climate is fairly dry, because it averages 12 inches of precipitation every year.

A quick scan of Great Falls, Montana yellow pages would reveal this city has much to offer. Great Falls has many special sites to see and events that make it a great place to live in, or to visit. There is a unique museum named for the famous western artist who hails from Great Falls. Additionally, features a university as well as a community college. There are two public high schools, one alternative school, two middle schools, and fifteen elementary schools located in the city. A minor league baseball team plays in the city and offer residents live semi-professional sport viewing. The Montana State Fair is held annually in Great Falls, and is the perfect showcase of this city's western roots.

Known as the "Electric City" because of five local hydroelectric dams nearby, Great Falls is a classic midwest American city. Looking through a Great Falls, Montana business directory would show a variety of businesses one expects from a big town. They have their own local newspaper, as well as several reliable hospitals. There is a US Air Force base located in the city, as well as a US Army Reserve Unit. However, to the 53,000 residents, Great Falls has the feeling of a small town. There are many small local business that the residents frequent. Using the Great Falls, Montana business directory you could find restaurants, specialty shops, information about the local mall, and other information about the businesses in the area.

Written by Lyndsey Morgan