Public Program

Have you ever wanted to experience a night’s stay at the Old Idaho Penitentiary? Now is your chance to feel the conditions of the Idaho State Penitentiary, plus a behind the scenes tour of the site, “chowtime” (dinner and breakfast are included), a souvenir shirt and mugshot photo, and an overnight stay in our historic […] ...

Ever wonder what it looks like in those off-limits areas of the Old Idaho Penitentiary? This is your chance! Visitors will be allowed to explore some buildings and cells that are normally closed to the public. Stationed guides will be on hand in each area to answer questions and share stories. Saturday, October 14, 6:00 […] ...

Join Big River Paranormal as they use their unique equipment and knowledge to attempt to connect with prisoners and guards of the past. This event is FREE to Idaho State Historical Society Members! Interested in becoming a Member? Visit history.idaho.gov/membership for more information. ISHS Membership Registration opens Tuesday, August 29 at 10:00 am. Public Registration starts Monday, […] ...

The Old Idaho Penitentiary’s annual Halloween bash is back! Enjoy an evening of Halloween exploration at the historic Idaho State Penitentiary, with music and live entertainment, food trucks, alcohol available for purchase, ghost stories presentations, and bumps in the night throughout the site, along with the RETURN of the Old Idaho Penitentiary’s haunted cell block, […] ...

The Old Idaho Penitentiary’s annual Halloween bash is back! Enjoy an evening of Halloween exploration at the historic Idaho State Penitentiary, with music and live entertainment, food trucks, alcohol available for purchase, ghost stories presentations, and bumps in the night throughout the site, along with the RETURN of the Old Idaho Penitentiary’s haunted cell block, […] ...