Billings is located in the southern central part of Montana in Yellowstone County, of which it is the county seat. Billings measures up at around 43.5 square miles and has an approximate population of around 109,000 people, with over 170,000 living in the surrounding metropolitan area. This city has a history dating all the way back to 1877 when it was founded, in the Yellowstone Valley, by a lawyer and landowner named Frederick H. Billings.

The city of Billings has played an interesting role throughout history, especially back in the days of the Old West as one of the early railroad towns. Thanks to the power of the railroad, Billings earned the nickname 'Magic City' as it saw a lot of rapid development and growth. Nowadays, it's the main financial and cultural hub of Montana and is home to some interest theaters, live entertainment venues, museums, and special annual events like Skyfest and the Montana Fair. Map

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