Amsterdam, Montana facts for kids
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Amsterdam, Montana
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Location of Amsterdam-Churchill, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Gallatin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.72 sq mi (7.06 km2) |
| • Land | 2.71 sq mi (7.01 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,488 ft (1,368 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 206 |
| • Density | 76.10/sq mi (29.38/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-01550 |
| GNIS ID | 2629942 |
Amsterdam is a small community in Gallatin County, Montana, United States. It's called a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's a special area defined by the government for counting people. In 2020, about 206 people lived there. Amsterdam is also part of the larger Bozeman area.
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Exploring Amsterdam's Location
Amsterdam is located in the state of Montana. It covers an area of about 2.7 square miles (7.0 square kilometers). This entire area is land.
Natural Surroundings
The land around Amsterdam is mostly used for farming. You will see many fields and small creeks. Camp Creek is to the west of the town, and Valley Ditch is to the north. Even though it's near the huge Gallatin National Forest, there aren't many trees right in this area.
Mountain Views
Amsterdam is in the beautiful Gallatin Valley. From here, you can see the Bridger Mountains to the north. To the south, you can enjoy views of the Gallatin Mountains.
A Look at Amsterdam's Past
Amsterdam was first settled in 1911. It was originally named Walrath, after a farmer named A. J. Walrath.
How Amsterdam Got Its Name
The Northern Pacific Railway built a train line through the area. They changed the town's name to Amsterdam. This was because many Dutch settlers had moved there. These settlers arrived in the 1890s. They came to grow a special type of barley. This barley was used to make malt for the Manhattan Malting Company nearby.
Who Lives in Amsterdam?
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| 2020 | 206 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Amsterdam was 206 people.
Learning in Amsterdam
Students in Amsterdam attend public schools.
Elementary Schools
Younger students go to either Amsterdam School or Manhattan Elementary School.
High School Education
Older students attend Manhattan High School. In 2022, this high school had about 260 students. There were also nearly 19 full-time teachers.
News and Information
Amsterdam is part of the Bozeman media market. This means local news comes from this larger area.
Local Newspaper
You can read local news in the Bozeman Daily Chronicle newspaper.
Getting Around Amsterdam
Amsterdam is easy to reach by road.
Road Connections
- It is about 8 miles (13 kilometers) south of Interstate 90.
- It is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) west of Montana Highway 85.
Nearest Airport
The closest airport is Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport.
See also
In Spanish: Amsterdam (Montana) para niños
