The Helena Woman's Club was formed in 1896 with the purpose of providing its members "intellectual advancement and mutual improvement". Club sponsored programs focused on art, literature, music, biographies, and history. Speakers for these programs included community leaders and club members. The first officers elected were Mrs. E. Sharpe, president; Mrs. W.R. Sanders, vice president; and Mrs. E. F. Wilson, secretary/treasurer. Membership was limited to twenty ladies. New members were elected by the full membership whenever a vacancy occurred. A small number of honorary members were also allowed who could participate in meetings but not vote on officers or membership. The Helena Woman's Club became a member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs in 1901, and a member of the Montana Federation of Women's Club in 1904. The club worked on various civic enrichment projects over the years including offering scholarships to young musicians from the local schools, and serving on the board of the Restoration Committee for the Original Governor's Mansion. The Woman's Club conducted fundraisers to purchase the blue silk damask curtains for the master bedroom in the Governor's Mansion. The club currently meets once a month.