The Doncaster Round Barn near Twin Bridges was built in 1886 by Noah Armstrong; a horsebarn to shelter his thoroughbred stock. Three years later, Armstrong’s most famous colt, Spokane, became the only horse from Montana to ever win the Kentucky Derby. The barn is the most outstanding example of round building design found in Montana, its timeless beauty has made it a much-loved landmark. It has been lovingly restored in recent years by its owners, Hamilton Farms. Photo by Tom Ferris, copyright 2007.
About Us
The Montana Preservation Alliance (MPA) saves and protects Montana's historic places, traditional landscapes, and cultural heritage. We are the only statewide, not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing Montanans with the resources necessary to preserve our state's unique history and culture.
Since 1987, MPA has helped Montana citizens to achieve a diverse array of preservation initiatives ranging from roof repair and building stabilization to school education programs and cultural landscape documentation. Through our preservation team workshops, lobbying efforts, Preservation Excellence Awards, and annual publication of Montana's Most Endangered Places, MPA provides individuals and communities with the leadership and knowledge to preserve our past for the future.
