Havre, MT
Music connected to Havre
About Havre
- • Guitarist Brad Gillis, of the band Night Ranger, was born in Havre.
- • Havre is the home of the Wahkpa Chu'gn Buffalo Jump, a major archaeological site.
- • The Great Northern Railway's construction established Havre as a key hub in 1893.
- • An underground city exists beneath Havre, created after a destructive fire.
- • The Great Depression severely impacted Havre's agricultural economy.
- • Named after Le Havre, France, it was established in 1893 and incorporated in 1903.
- • With about 9,300 residents, it's larger than many Montana towns.
- • Sitting at 2,480 feet, it's lower than many Montana mountain towns.
- • Agriculture and related services form a major part of Havre's economy.
- • Havre feels like a resilient, community-minded place with a historical spirit.
- • The closest pro team is the Seattle Mariners, once featuring Ken Griffey Jr.'s iconic swing.
- • Havre High School's Blue Ponies have a rich history in Montana high school sports.
