IDAHO CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM

IDAHO CITY, ID

Calochortus eurycarpus - big-pod mariposa lily Big-pod mariposa lily growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is mostly perturbed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, big-pod mariposa lily is common at this site.
Calochortus eurycarpus - big-pod mariposa lily Credit: Matt Lavin

The Idaho City Historical Museum is located in Idaho City, Idaho, and is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of the region. The museum is housed in a restored 1865 schoolhouse and is home to a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits that depict the city's history from its early days as a mining town to the present day.

Visitors to the museum can explore a variety of exhibits that include displays of mining equipment, pioneer life, and the history of the town's growth and development. There are also exhibits that focus on the history of the area's Native American tribes, and the impact of the gold rush on the region.

In addition to its collection of exhibits, the Idaho City Historical Museum also features a gift shop that sells a variety of gifts and souvenirs related to the town's history. The museum is open seasonally from May through September, and admission is free.

Overall, the Idaho City Historical Museum is an excellent destination for anyone interested in learning more about the rich history of this fascinating region. With its well-curated exhibits and knowledgeable staff, visitors are sure to come away with a deeper appreciation for the history and culture of Idaho City.

IDAHO CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in IDAHO CITY ID. US MID #8401600036

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Western (Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington).

Calochortus eurycarpus - big-pod mariposa lily Big-pod mariposa lily growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is mostly perturbed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, big-pod mariposa lily is common at this site.
Calochortus eurycarpus - big-pod mariposa lily Big-pod mariposa lily growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is mostly perturbed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, big-pod mariposa lily is common at this site.
Calochortus eurycarpus - big-pod mariposa lily Big-pod mariposa lily growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is mostly perturbed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, big-pod mariposa lily is common at this site.
Calochortus eurycarpus - big-pod mariposa lily Big-pod mariposa lily growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is mostly perturbed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, big-pod mariposa lily is common at this site.
Taeniatherum caput-medusae - medusahead Medusahead growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is highly perturbed and mostly removed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, medusahead is only one of many introduced plants in this area (along with Japanese brome and intermediate wheatgrass) that coexists with native plant species (including Aristida purpurea longiseta and Elymus elymoides).
Taeniatherum caput-medusae - medusahead Medusahead growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is highly perturbed and mostly removed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, medusahead is only one of many introduced plants in this area (along with Japanese brome and intermediate wheatgrass) that coexists with native plant species (including Aristida purpurea longiseta and Elymus elymoides).
Taeniatherum caput-medusae - medusahead Medusahead growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is highly perturbed and mostly removed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, medusahead is only one of many introduced plants in this area (along with Japanese brome and intermediate wheatgrass) that coexists with native plant species (including Aristida purpurea longiseta and Elymus elymoides).
Taeniatherum caput-medusae - medusahead Medusahead growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is highly perturbed and mostly removed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, medusahead is only one of many introduced plants in this area (along with Japanese brome and intermediate wheatgrass) that coexists with native plant species (including Aristida purpurea longiseta and Elymus elymoides).
Taeniatherum caput-medusae - medusahead Medusahead growing in the Boise Foothills just west of Five Mile Creek and just north of Cottonwood Creek and E Shaw Mountain Road, Ada County, Idaho. The Wyoming big sagebrush steppe in this area is highly perturbed and mostly removed because of somewhat recent history of fire and overgrazing. Regardless, medusahead is only one of many introduced plants in this area (along with Japanese brome and intermediate wheatgrass) that coexists with native plant species (including Aristida purpurea longiseta and Elymus elymoides).
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BOISE BASIN MUSEUM
503 MONTGOMERY ST
IDAHO CITY
ID
83631

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MID # 8401600036
Name BOISE BASIN MUSEUM
Alternate Name IDAHO CITY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
Classification Uncategorized or General Museums, , Western
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 43.82901, -115.833509
CODES FIPS State Code: 16
FIPS County Code: 015
US Census Tract: 950200
US Census Block: 3431