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Young Women's Christian Association (Independent)

1918 establishments in MontanaBuildings and structures completed in 1918Bungalow architecture in MontanaClubhouses on the National Register of Historic Places in MontanaHistory of women in Montana
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Young Women's Christian Association (Independent) (2012) Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Young Women's Christian Association (Independent) (2012) Lewis and Clark County, Montana

The Young Women's Christian Association is a historic building in Helena, Montana, U.S.. It was built for the local YWCA chapter in 1918, and designed by architect Chester H. Kirk. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since December 27, 1984.

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Young Women's Christian Association (Independent)
Dearborn Avenue, Helena

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Dearborn Avenue 942
59601 Helena
Montana, United States
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Young Women's Christian Association (Independent) (2012) Lewis and Clark County, Montana
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