The Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History is located on the campus of The College of Idaho in Caldwell, Idaho. It houses a variety of natural history collections, including specimens related to paleontology, zoology, geology, and anthropology. These collections are often used for educational purposes and research.
The Idaho Potato Museum is a unique museum which appropriately showcases Idaho’s Famous Potatoes. The rich graphics showcasing the history of the potato will lead you through the revolution of the potato industry. From the original potato planted in Idaho, to the largest potato crisp made by the Pringle’s Company in Jackson, TN. You’ll be intrigued as you stroll through the Museum which was built in 1912.
The Old Idaho Penitentiary opened its doors in 1872 to some of the West’s most desperate criminals. Today, visitors can experience over 100 years of Idaho’s unique prison history with a visit to Solitary Confinement, cell blocks, and the Gallows.
The Discovery Center of Idaho is a hands-on science center located in Boise, Idaho. It is an interactive educational facility that provides a unique opportunity to engage with science and explore the wonders of the natural world through hands-on activities and interactive exhibits.
