Story Published: Jun 10, 2008 at 5:11 PM MDT
Story Updated: Nov 20, 2008 at 10:26 PM MDT
Since then, a lot has changed and millions, maybe billions, of people have visited the park.
A lot has changed in West Yellowstone over the past century...but one thing still remains.
Glen Loomis, West Yellowstone Resident: "It's still a small town."
This week the town will celebrate its 100th birthday and for Glen Loomis, the event is extra special.
Loomis: "My father went thru Yellowstone Park in 1914 in covered wagons and I've been in the park every year for the past 62 years."
Every year, Loomis is part of the three million people who visit Yellowstone Park. Two thirds of those visitors pass through West Yellowstone to get in and a lot of them stop at the Eagle's store...the oldest business in West Yellowstone.
Karen Eagle, Eagle Store GM: "This is our 100th year in business. The railroad came in here in 1908 and there were four leases given for businesses that were adjacent to the railroad tracks."
Karen Eagle's grandfather got one of those leases and the business has managed to remain in the family for the past century.
Eagle: "I feel honored in a lot of ways. I have a great heritage."
Both the store and the city will be celebrating their birthdays this month and even though things have changed, you're invited to be a part of history.
Loomis: "We'd like people to come and have fun with us and the bonus is you still can see Yellowstone."
There will be all sorts of festivities this week. For more information, click below:
West Yellowstone Chamber of Commerce.