The seven paintings in the Supreme Court Chamber were all done by F. Pedretti in 1901 - 1902. The paintings are oil on canvas and vary in size from 7' x 4' to 7' x 11'. They depict various Montana scenes and historical events. The paintings are valued by the art conservator at $6,000 for the smaller paintings to $12,000 for the larger paintings.

• Gates of the Mountains
• Wagon Train Under Attack by Indians
• Approval of Montana's Constitution
• Lewis' First View of the Rocky Mountains
• Signing the Enabling Act
• Buffalo Chase
• The Last of the Buffalo
• Chief Justice Theodore Brantly

A virtual tour of the Old Supreme Court is also available. You'll be able to navigate through the room, seeing the paintings and stained glass as they actually are in the room.

Reference: Historic Structure Report - Montana State Capitol Building, prepared for State of Montana Architectural/Engineering Office by James R. McDonald, Architect; November, 1981.