
Idaho State Museum
The Idaho State Museum provides a fun, interactive experience where people of all ages and backgrounds come to explore the story of Idaho. Furthermore, the Museum looks at how Idaho’s unique landscapes have shaped, and continue to shape, our experience. The Museum shows the profound relationship between Idaho’s people and its land have always defined what it means to live here. Through exhibitions, artifacts, and educational programming, the Museum helps Idahoans and visitors understand our story.
Delve deeper into Idaho history and our exhibits with a tour led by a certified tour guide!
The Idaho State Museum offers guided tours for groups larger than 10. We ask that you book separate tours 2 weeks in advance. We offer special group pricing. Please contact us at shseducation@ishs.idaho.gov or 208-780-5193 for scheduling.
Tours are 45 minutes and cover the highlights of the Museum exhibits.
Admission
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 two weeks in advance, excludes special programming): $1 off
EBT Cardholders (Up to 4 family members): $3
Children 12 and under MUST be accompanied by a chaperone 16 years of age or older.
Discounts
AAA
Blue Star Museum
Museums for All
Hours
Monday-Saturday | 10 am-5 pm
Sunday | 12 pm-5 pm
Due to the amount of time needed to experience the museum, last admission is at 4:15 pm
Holiday Hours
Open 12 pm-5 pm
Memorial Day, Labor Day, President’s Day, Veteran’s Day, and Easter
Closed
Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Juneteenth, Fourth of July, Columbus Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day
location
610 Julia Davis Dr.
Boise, ID 83702
Contact
(208) 334-2120
Events
Family Second Saturday: Ranching in Idaho
Idaho State Museum
610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702
Behind the Scenes Tours 2025
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Homeschool Day: History Mysteries
Idaho State Museum
610 Julia Davis Dr., Boise, ID, 83702
Paranormal Investigation October 18
Old Idaho Penitentiary
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Fright Nights – All Ages Night
Old Idaho Penitentiary
2445 Old Penitentiary Rd., Boise, ID, 83712