Old Idaho Penitentiary 150th Anniversary Commemoration

The Old Idaho Penitentiary site turns 150 on March 21, 2022. Join us for a presentation on the site’s early days and the first men incarcerated at the Idaho Territorial prison. No-host bar, light refreshments, and the unveiling of a new pop-up exhibit will be included in the night’s program.

Admission is only $6. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early to explore the Old Idaho Penitentiary site. Presentations begin at 6:30 pm, with the site closing at 8:00 pm.

Idaho State Historical Society Members receive free admission to this event! For more information on ISHS Membership, visit https://history.idaho.gov/membership/.