How museums decide what to preserve? Taking inspiration from the Exhibiting Curiosity temporary exhibition, participants will get a peek into museum collections and exhibits. With your group, form a Collections Committee and make important decisions on whether or not to accept items into the museum collection. Family Second Saturday activities are included with museum admission. … Continued
Join the Idaho State Historical Society’s collections team to explore how we keep historic materials safe for generations to come. We’ll provide the experts and archival tools to guide you in the dos and don’ts of preservation! Bring a family textile, such as a wedding dress or quilt, for this hands-on workshop as we guide … Continued
Join the Idaho State Historical Society’s collections team to explore how we keep historic materials safe for generations to come. We’ll provide the experts and archival tools to guide you in the dos and don’ts of preservation! Bring a family textile, such as a wedding dress or quilt, for this hands-on workshop as we guide … Continued
The Idaho State Museum presents a live show and tribute to Bob Hope’s military performances, featuring singing, dancing, and segments of Bob Hope’s comedy taken directly from his wartime radio and USO shows. The show compliments the final week of the Museum’s exhibition of “So Ready for Laughter: The Legacy of Bob Hope” on tour … Continued
The Idaho State Museum is partnering with the Intermountain USO and Idaho Veteran’s Chamber of Commerce to present a live show and tribute to Bob Hope’s military performances, featuring singing, dancing, and segments of Bob Hope’s comedy taken directly from his wartime radio and USO shows. The show compliments the final week of the Museum’s … Continued
The Idaho State Museum presents a live show and tribute to Bob Hope’s military performances, featuring singing, dancing, and segments of Bob Hope’s comedy taken directly from his wartime radio and USO shows. The show compliments the final week of the Museum’s exhibition of “So Ready for Laughter: The Legacy of Bob Hope” on tour … Continued
Join the Idaho State Museum team to explore Exhibiting Curiosity, the newest show at the Idaho State Museum. Go behind the scenes and discover how artifacts become a part of the state’s collections, the stories they tell about our shared history, and for some, what they are in the first place! Take a deeper look … Continued
March 9th 12pm-3pm Let's kick off spring early! Learn about Idaho's unique flowers, including the syringa, and other iconic state symbols that represent our beautiful state. Join us on Saturday, March 9th from 12-3pm for a fun-filled afternoon with crafts and activities to celebrate our state's blooms and blossoms. Family Second Saturday activities are included … Continued
Enjoy free admission at the Idaho State Museum on Thursday, March 7th. Drop in for a guided tour led by a certified tour guide, offered at 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm. Tours are 45 minutes and cover the highlights of the museum exhibits.
Come celebrate Black History Month from 12-3pm on February 10th for Family Second Saturday! Learn more about Black Idahoans from early pioneers, advocates, and artists. Join us for crafts, artwork, and a gallery activity to recognize Black citizens of Idaho past and present. Family Second Saturday activities are included with museum admission. *Free for Idaho … Continued
Join the Idaho State Museum team to explore Exhibiting Curiosity, the newest show at the Idaho State Museum. Go behind the scenes and discover how artifacts become a part of the state’s collections, the stories they tell about our shared history, and for some, what they are in the first place! Take a deeper look … Continued
Come celebrate Black History Month during Homeschool Day from 10-3pm on February 9! Drop in to learn more about Black Idahoans from early pioneers, advocates, and artists. Join us for crafts, artwork, and a gallery activity to recognize Black citizens of Idaho past and present.