In 1972, renowned golf course architect George Fazio designed Butler on what was previously York Country Club.

The course policy of not allowing female members caused the club to lose the Western Open.

Butler National is a relatively flat, tree-lined course, requiring solid golf shots to shoot a good score.

The Fazio design is penal and rewards successful positioning and shot shaping.

In the fall of 2004, all of the greens were converted to an A-1 Bent grass and the sand to tour grade signature.