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.
Caldwell is a city located in Canyon County, southwestern Idaho, about 25 miles west of the state capital, Boise. It is part of the Boise metropolitan area. Caldwell had an estimated population of around 60,000 residents in 2021. It is a growing city with a mix of agricultural heritage, cultural offerings, and recreational opportunities.