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“Tap ‘er Light”
The phrase comes from the practice of setting explosives which miners had to pack into holes drilled in the rock face, carefully tapping them with a hammer. Hit the charge too hard, or miss and strike a spark off the rock, and BOOM! Today the phrase means, “take it easy,” or “be careful and have a good day.” Read more history »
You can see it in the smooth, worn streets, the billboard images ghosted on brick hotels, the headframes that mark entry into what was once the “Richest Hill on Earth.” It’s no surprise, then, that the town’s vintage architecture and colorful past are often what draw people to visit.
Yet once they turn off I-90 and into town, visitors quickly discover that Butte isn’t only brick and mortar that have been preserved. The spirit, individuality, and pride of the people here are as palpable as the day someone first cried “Gold!” down on Silver Bow Creek. It’s that character that enchants, that wide-armed hospitality that invites.
So, explore our website, our visitor center, take a walking tour, or hop a trolley. Butte has wonderful hotels, great restaurants, spirited nightspots and a wealth of attractions and outdoor activities, all waiting for you. Welcome!