Get to Olsen Pioneer Park by heading east from Highway 2 on Pioneer Road at the north end of the Kalispell Airport for about a mile, then south on Helena Flats Road, at which time you'll see the park on your right.
Wish I knew more about this old steamer. There are several patent dates embossed on the cylinder case, the latest being December 1, 1885. Below is embossed "18 Horse" and "Engine No 12471". The old girl is missing her front boiler door (which may have told us who made her), the platform and any cab or canopy it may have had.
UPDATE Now I do know a bit more about this steamer - This is a late 1904
Garr Scott single cylinder, simple, engine. Apparently it has had some restoration work done on it already, but obviously needs a bunch more before she'll run again. I understand that is the plan, or at least it was a few years ago.
This one is one of a pair of steamers that were in the park on the day we passed by.
Each year in early September the Northwest Montana Antique Power Association holds an Annual Threshing Bee.
This event features steam threshing, steam plowing, antique tractors and engines, daily Parade of Power, shingle making, miniature steam train rides, running sawmill, music and entertainment. Lunch available and handicap transportation on grounds. Pets allowed in camping area only.
From Visit Montana