Main Motel
908 N. Last Chance Gulch
Later The Coach House Motor Inn

Two Early 1950s Postcard Views of the Main Motel

The Main Motel was opened in 1949 by Clem Meyer. Attached was a 4-B's Cafe, one of several in Montana, owned by the Hainline family. The 4-B's chain was sold in 2007.

 

Under Construction, 1949

COURTESY OF THE KENNON BAIRD COLLECTION

1950s Panoramic Postcard View of the Main Motel

COURTESY OF THE DAVID POOR COLLECTION
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In 1956, Milton Phillip Gunn (1927-2011) purchased the motel from Clem Meyer. In 1970, Gunn changed the name of the enterprise to the Coach House Motor Inn. Gunn was involved with the enterprise until at least 1975.

Pre-demolition phase of Main Motel buildings, 2004

COURTESY OF JEFF SHERLOCK

On the right can be seen the former Gertie's Drive-In building, and beyond it, the former Armory (1942).