Bonner County Historical Society & Museum
Welcome to the
Where history creates community
By caring for Bonner County’s historical objects and sharing its stories, we bring our communities together in thoughtful exploration of the past to inspire curiosity and deepen connections for the future.
Current Exhibits
Plan Your Visit
Winter Hours (November - March)
Tuesday - Wednesday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
1st Saturday of each month
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (FREE admission)
Admission
$6.00 – Adults
$4.00 – Seniors
$1.00 – 6-18 years
Free – Members & children under 6
Free for everyone on the 1st Saturday of each month
School Groups
Public schools on a scheduled visit enjoy free admission. We are happy to arrange guided tours. Please fill out our request form at least one week ahead of your visit.
Bus Tours & Other Groups
Please call ahead of your visit (208) 263-2344
Collections & Services
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The Railroad Collection
Our railroad collection consists of objects, archival documents and photographs relating to Bonner County.
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Oral Histories
Our mission is to collect stories of community members who are ready to share their life history with the Museum archives. We are looking for story tellers and volunteers to collect these important histories.
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Newspaper Archives
The museum’s newspaper archive contains original newspapers dating from the mid-1890s to the present day. The archive also houses microfilm of some early newspapers for which we do not have original copies.
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Historic Building Preservation
A comprehensive resource for anyone concerned with the preservation of their historic building.
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Object Identification
Objects found in Bonner County may have cultural significance to the history of the area, and the Museum can help with identification.
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Research Capabilities
Unlock our archives: the Museum has resources to help community members with their research. Research may be self-guided or conducted by Museum staff.
Support
Bonner County funding accounts for approximately 20% of our budget. The remainder of our operational needs come from your generous donations and membership.
As a 501(c)3 Idaho Educational Charity, your donation qualifies for an Idaho tax credit even if you don’t itemize. Consult your tax advisor or Idaho State Tax Commission.