Welcome to the Town of St. Ignatius St. Ignatius… A Great Place to Live!
The Town of St. Ignatius is defined not merely by geographical boundaries but by the shared values cherished by its residents. Embracing small-town ethics, responsible development, and the conservation of its historical, cultural, and natural legacy are some of the fundamental principles that make St. Ignatius an exceptional place to live.
Steeped in history and indigenous culture, St. Ignatius—known as snyél̓mn in Salish—is situated on the Flathead Indian Reservation, roughly 25 miles south of Flathead Lake. It is named after the St. Ignatius Mission, founded by the Belgian Jesuit missionary Fr. Pierre-Jean De Smet. Established around 1854, St. Ignatius predates Montana's statehood. In 1919, a forest fire devastated most of the town, sparing only a bank, a store, a hotel, and the historic Catholic Church located west of the town. The community was resilient, rebuilding its infrastructure, including a hospital.
Locally known as "Mission," St. Ignatius had a population of 842 according to the 2010 census.
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Featured News
CSKT Community Safety Action Plan
2/26/2025
Have concerns about roadways safety throught the Flathead Reservation, CSKT community safety action plan is having an open house Tuesday March 4th from 4-7 p.m. at the polson high schools. See the flyer for more information.
CSKT Community safety action plan flyer
Government Review Commission Meeting Dates
2/3/2025
The Town of St. Ignatius Government Review Commission would like to announce the upcomming meeting dates.
February 9th at 8:30 A.M.
February 10th at 10:00 A.M.
Both meetings will be held at the town hall and the public is welcome to attend.