Capitol, Montana

Capitol is a ghost town in Carter County, Montana, United States.

Geography

Capitol is located at 45°26′10″N 104°03′54″W / 45.43611°N 104.065°WCoordinates: 45°26′10″N 104°03′54″W / 45.43611°N 104.065°W. Its elevation is 3,168 ft (966 m).

Capitol was named after Capitol Rock, a prominent landmark in the nearby Long Pine Hills. Capitol is located on the Little Missouri River and close to the South Dakota border.

Town

Capitol is a ghost town with two remaining buildings.

Post Office

Capitol had a post office from 1891–1982. Residents who have a Capitol address receive their mail from the neighboring post office of Camp Crook, South Dakota.

Church

A church named 'Little Missouri Lutheran Church' is located near Capitol. The congregation will celebrate their 125th anniversary in 2014. The church was established 5 months before Montana became a state.

Little Missouri Lutheran Church in Montana

Cemeteries

Capitol Cemetery is located northeast of town on Little Missouri Road. Little Missouri Lutheran Church Cemetery located behind current Church location.