Idaho State Museum

Category: Museum in Boise, Idaho

Address: 610 Julia Davis Dr, Boise, ID 83702, USA

Phone: +12083342120

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–5PM

Monday: 10AM–5PM

Tuesday: 10AM–5PM

Wednesday: 10AM–5PM

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Skip Critell

Sep 20, 2022

Modern take on history. Lots of displays with small quanity of artifacts.

dumb pup (dumbpupvt)

Sep 18, 2022

It was a wonderful experience and very informational. I'm not from Idaho original so I know very little about the history so I found everything very fun and inviting way to learn about Idaho. Definitely will go again.

Mark Pemble

Sep 17, 2022

Everyone living in Idaho must visit at least once.

Wisco Simple

Sep 14, 2022

Another nice museum. Idaho does a really good job of keeping these places nice and clean with good staff. I would recommend stopping at this one to learn a lot about Idaho and its history

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Questions & Answers

How long does it take to reasonably see everything?

Tony Torres | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Tony, That is a great question! If you were to read every text panel, watch every video, and engage with all the hands-on technology, it would take you about 4.5 hours.

Is the train and mining area open for kids to explore right now?

Angela Lovell | Feb 27, 2022
Matthew Pasley | Feb 27, 2022

It was on Saturday

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Do you still have talks during the lunch hour monthly?

Arlene Oyer | Sep 26, 2019
Jenifer Benavides | Sep 26, 2019

No, but guest frequent the museum for events and speaking. There are movie's shown also, on certain days. Check the museum website for the movie coming up. Thank you.

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How much is it to get in

Naomi Albert | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Hi Naomi, here is our admission pricing: Adults (18-59): $10 Active Military & Veterans: $8 Seniors (60+): $8 College Students (w/ID): $8 Children/Youth (6-17): $5 Children 5 and under: Free Members: Free Groups of 10+ (must book in advance): $1 off EBT Cardholders (Up to 4 family members): $3

Do you give discounts to teachers and educators?

Joe Rollins | Sep 26, 2019
Kathleen Milligan | Sep 26, 2019

Seniors

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How much pay inside?

Cody Taylor | Sep 25, 2021
Mira Rio | Sep 25, 2021

But if you're a veteran u can get in for free with 5 more ppl.

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Do you have wheelchairs available to use while you are visiting? If so, doeto reserve one? Thank you for a quick answer

karen rotsaert | Sep 26, 2019
Siva Kumar | Sep 26, 2019

I saw couple of wheel chairs near the visitors gallery

I want to bring a group of senior citizens, is the month of May scheduled with big groups of school children?

Barbs Gamel | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Hi Barbs, please feel free to reach out to the Museum's Group Tours Facilitator, Kelly. His phone number is (208) 780-5184 and he would be happy to help get that scheduled. Thank you!

Our high school history club is planning a visit. Is there a discount for students or field trips?

Christy Altman | Sep 26, 2019
Kari Dickerson | Sep 26, 2019

I think Demeris might be thinking of a different museum - there is indeed a charge. Contact the museum directly for more details on the exact fee, for school tours the chaperones might be free but you might need to schedule it in advance

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Does this museum have wheelchairs for people who need them?

luke heese | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Hi Luke. We do have wheelchairs available for guests to use during their visit.

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Are there free tickets on First Thursday?

Sharon Rockwood | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Hi Sharon, January 3rd will be our first, First Thursday, and we will begin doing them every month after in 2019. Admission will be free from 5pm-8pm. Hope to see you there!

Hi, my name is Ann Jackson. I have some donations to make. What is the process on how to do this! My grandfathers tools in a wood box and 4-H projects I sewed in the 60's.I have no heirs so I'd like to donate the pieces Thanks for your help.

Ann Guesswho | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Hi Ann, Thank you so much for reaching out. Here is a link to our website that helps detail the process. We have a questionnaire that will help guide you through the process. https://history.idaho.gov/donate-artifacts/

Why was the museum closed for 1st Thursday?

Helene Parson | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

Helene, We have renewed our contract with the Downtown Boise Association for 2019, which meant forgoing the rest of 2018. We were unable to commit to 2018 because we spent the majority of the year closed. However, beginning January 3, we will be offering free admission from 5pm-8pm on First Thursdays. Hope to see you there! -Mark B.

What is the cost of admission? An article written in the Idaho Statesman said I could buy tickets at the museum or go to the Idaho Historic Museum website to buy tickets. Cannot find where to do so online.

Angie P. | Sep 26, 2019
Michele Jarvis | Sep 26, 2019

Admission is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, students and veterans and $5 for children. $3 for EBT cardholders (up to 4 people - must show card). Online tickets were only for opening weekend pre sale. You can purchase tickets at the door.

What is the cost & is there a senior discount?

Randy Frye | Sep 26, 2019
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2019

The admission cost is $10 per adult - Senior cost is $8. Thank you.

How do I find out the total history of south Boise? Such as what the land used to be that Charter Point sits on.

Meichell Dale | Sep 26, 2018
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2018

The state archives at the Idaho History Center keeps records of various historical plat maps and maps of Boise that might help with your research. There is also a research assistant working who should be able to help you. They are open Tuesday - Saturday. You can contact them by telephone at 208-334-2620.

Found an old bottle in a park. What is the policy of the find. Can I keep it or where do I turn it in?

Jana Baker | Sep 26, 2018
Idaho State Museum | Sep 26, 2018

You may want to check with the City of Boise, Department of Parks and Recreation at 208-384-4260. I think the only restrictions are on federal lands and items that are Native American in origin are not to be disturbed.

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