Join Rhonda Jameson, an expert tour guide and historian, on a captivating journey through the Idaho City Historic District. Explore fascinating historic buildings and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Wild West.
Join Rhonda Jameson, an expert tour guide and historian, on a captivating journey through the Idaho City Historic District. Explore fascinating historic buildings and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Wild West.
- Idaho City - Stroll along the timbered walkways and delve into the antiquated edifices of the Idaho City Historic District, where your guide will transport you to the 1860s, a time when Idaho City reigned as the ‘Queen of the Gold Camps’ and stood as the largest metropolis in the Pacific Northwest. Discover the Courthouse where Herman St. Clair…
- Idaho City - Stroll along the timbered walkways and delve into the antiquated edifices of the Idaho City Historic District, where your guide will transport you to the 1860s, a time when Idaho City reigned as the ‘Queen of the Gold Camps’ and stood as the largest metropolis in the Pacific Northwest. Discover the Courthouse where Herman St. Clair received his death sentence for the murder of his mining comrade. Investigate the Miners Exchange’s Vaults and take a seat in the Saloon, which still hosts county commissioner meetings to this day, with the bar as a backdrop. Uncover the tumultuous history of conflagrations and their impact on local architectural styles. Traverse the original Idaho Territorial Penitentiary and observe the inscriptions left by inmates in the 19th century. Gaze through the windows of the residences in the Historic Village and gain insights into the mining methods that yielded more gold from this region than any other in the nation. In essence, immerse yourself in the bygone era and create enduring memories for the present!
- Guided Tour
- Guided Tour
Your guide, Rhonda Jameson, holds significant roles like Chairperson of the Idaho City Historic Preservation Commission, former Museum Director, and a Collector of Oral histories. With her 20 years of experience in conducting tours, she can facilitate your access to some of the highly captivating historical structures in Idaho. In addition, she can…
Your guide, Rhonda Jameson, holds significant roles like Chairperson of the Idaho City Historic Preservation Commission, former Museum Director, and a Collector of Oral histories. With her 20 years of experience in conducting tours, she can facilitate your access to some of the highly captivating historical structures in Idaho. In addition, she can invigorate the intriguing Wild West history through her storytelling.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.