A Rich History.
A Brighter Tomorrow.
From a historic downtown hotel to a welcoming senior living community, the Rainbow has been bringing people together in Great Falls for over a century.
Explore Our Story ↓Brighter Days.
A Timeline Through the Years
Different eras. The same spirit of community.
- 1911
The Rainbow Hotel Is Born
The Rainbow Hotel opens in downtown Great Falls. Designed by architects George Shanley and John Kent, the $400,000 hotel quickly becomes a showpiece of the city.
- 1920s & 1930s
A Great Falls Gathering Place
The Rainbow thrives as a hub for travelers and community gatherings. Its crystal ballroom welcomes notable guests, including President Roosevelt and western artist Charles M. Russell.
- Mid 1900s
A Great Falls Landmark
The Rainbow continues welcoming visitors from across Montana and beyond. Over time, portions of the building also become home to offices and local businesses.
- Late 1900s
A New Chapter Begins
As the hospitality industry changes, the Rainbow transitions away from its hotel roots. The historic building is reimagined for new uses.
- 2000s
Rainbow Senior Living
The building is restored and transformed into Rainbow Senior Living, honoring its history while adapting to serve a new generation of Great Falls residents.
- Today
Over a Century of Stories
Rainbow offers independent and assisted living apartments in a historic, welcoming community where residents can create their own stories.
The Building Has Changed.
The Spirit of Community Hasn’t.
For over a century, this building has welcomed people — first as a hotel, and now as a home. While the purpose has evolved, the heart of Rainbow remains the same: a place where people come together, feel valued, and belong.
Come Be Part of Rainbow’s Next Chapter
History brought us here. The people who call Rainbow home are what make it special today.
THEN & NOW
1911:
The Rainbow Hotel was built in downtown Great Falls. Designed by architects George Shanley and John Kent, it cost $400,000 to construct and quickly became a showpiece of the city.
1920s-1930s:
The hotel thrives as a hub of travel and community gatherings. Its crystal ballroom hosts notable figures, including President Roosevelt and western artist Charles M. Russell.
Mid - 1900’s:
The Rainbow continues as a landmark hotel, welcoming visitors from Across Montana and beyond. Over time, parts of the building are used for offices and local businesses, while the hotel remains a centerpiece of Great Falls.
Late 1900’s:
With shifts in the hospitality industry, the Rainbow transitions away from its hotel roots and is reimagined for new uses.
2000’s:
The building is restored and transformed into Rainbow Senior Living, honoring its history while adapting to serve a new generation of Great Falls residents
Today:
Today, Rainbow Senior Living offers independent and assisted living apartments in a historic, welcoming setting where residents can create their own stories in a place that has been part of Great Falls for over a century.