Events

Captivating Conversations: Michael Copenhaver

Join the Old Idaho Penitentiary for a Captivating Conversation with Michael Copenhaver, contractor with the Idaho Department of Correctio in the resident-led mentor program. Michael entered the prison system at age 18 with a 25-to-life sentence. When he was released five years ago, he reentered an entirely different world. With a lot of help and […]

19 Apr

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Old Idaho Penitentiary

2445 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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Variety from the Vaults: Cute Critters

Variety from the Vaults is a free public program at the Idaho State Archives. Each month, staff at the archives highlight different items from the collections that tell a part of Idaho’s story. Soft or scaly, feathered or furred, animals are all around us–and we have always had the desire to take pictures of them, […]

20 Apr

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Idaho State Archives

2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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Hummel Exhibit Opening at the Idaho State Archives

Visit the Idaho State Archives and tour the latest exhibit, Hummel Architects: Building a Legacy. Browse a unique collection or original works in the Hummel Architectural Collection that celebrates the legacy of a firm that designed some of Boise’s most iconic buildings. Over 100 structures designed by Hummel Architects are listed in the National Register […]

25 - 30 Apr

11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Idaho State Archives

2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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American Red Cross Blood Drive

Join the Old Idaho Penitentiary for an opportunity to give back and donate blood to the American Red Cross. Register at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=ISHS Where: Old Idaho Penitentiary, 2445 Old Penitentiary Road, Boise, ID 83712 When: Monday, April 29, 2024, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Pre-register at RedCrossBlood.org, and email anthony.parry@ishs.idaho.gov with any questions. All presenting donors […]

29 Apr

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Old Idaho Penitentiary

2445 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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Courage and Compassion Exhibit Grand Opening

Join us at the Idaho State Museum to celebrate the grand opening of our newest exhibit, Courage and Compassion: Our Shared Story of the Japanese American World War II Experience. Festivities begin at 10:30 AM and include the musical drumming talents of Sangha Taiko, crafts for all ages, and a roundtable discussion with content experts!   […]

04 May

10:30 am - 3:00 pm

Idaho State Museum

610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702

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Researching the Passed: Death Records & Cemeteries

The Idaho Genealogical Society presents Robert M. Wilbanks IV, B.A. [History], who will provide a general overview of the various death records, cemeteries, and cemetery records, including mortician and funeral home records. Mr. Wilbanks has been a professional genealogist and speaker since 1989. He has been interested in history since he was very young and […]

11 May

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Idaho State Archives

2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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Family Second Saturday: Mother’s Day

Prepare for Mother’s Day at our May Family Second Saturday from 12-3pm. Learn more about Idaho families throughout time and make a craft that celebrates a mom in your life. Created by the Idaho State Museum’s GEM high school interns. Family Second Saturday activities are included with museum admission. Free for Idaho State Historical Society […]

11 May

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Idaho State Museum

610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702

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Mother’s Day Tea Party at The Bishops’ House

Enjoy a Mother’s Day tea at The Bishops’ House on Sunday, May 12, 2024, with tea and mimosas, lovely music, delicious food, fun raffle items, and fabulous company. Can’t wait to see you there! Purchase tickets (and pre sale raffle tickets! ) on our website: https://www.thebishopshouse.com/ Bishops’ House members receive a 10% discount!

12 May

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The Bishops' House

Boise, Idaho

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Homeschool Day: Idaho Families

It’s the last Homeschool Day of the school year! Drop in anytime between 10am and 3pm on May 14th to learn more about Idaho families throughout time and make a craft that celebrates a mom in your life. Created by the Idaho State Museum’s GEM high school interns. Admission for Homeschool Day is $3 per […]

14 May

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Idaho State Museum

610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702

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Exhibiting Curiosity Behind the Scenes Tour

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 […]

18 May

10:30 am - 11:30 am

Idaho State Museum

610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702

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Variety from the Vaults: The Stories We Tell

Variety from the Vaults is a free public program at the Idaho State Archives. We all know the importance of biographies and history books; yet fiction can often be overlooked. Stories can often be influenced by the place in which they are written, or offer insight into the people who wrote them. This International Short […]

18 May

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Idaho State Archives

2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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Author Program: How to Write a Short Story

The Idaho State Archives is proud to host programs that support and highlight Idaho talent. Getting her start as a writer by writing short stories, M.J.F. Pendragon will be going back to her roots and sharing her knowledge on the art of writing a short story. Come prepared with questions to ask, and perhaps a […]

18 May

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Idaho State Archives

2205 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712

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