Idaho Cultural Attractions

World-renowned museums, music, amazing architecture and more! With Idaho's Choice Hotels^® you'll be a stone's throw away from it all. Take a peek at the cultural attractions the state of Idaho offers.

In the Central Region

Gail Severn Gallery
400 First Avenue North
Ketchum, ID   83340
208-726-5079

Experience a state-of-the-art gallery which celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2007. Gail Severn Gallery has been home to world-class paintings, revered sculptures and stunning photographs. With a primary emphasis on contemporary painting, the rich tradition of this gallery will carry forth 30 more years with any luck.

Ernest Hemingway Memorial
251 N. Washington Street
Ketchum, ID   83340
208-726-3423

Experience a cultural destination in the state of Idaho, just Northeast of Sun Valley on Trail Creek Road. Experience the bust of one of America's greatest and most prolific writers, and you'll be able to witness the epitaph Hemingway wrote for a friend who died in a hunting accident during his first visit to Idaho.

In the Eastern Region

BYU-Idaho
525 S. Center Street
Rexburg, ID  
208-496-1150

Experience one of the institutions of higher education which Idaho has come to revere. BYU-Idaho is known for its innovative approach to higher education, and as a hybrid university combining liberal arts, science and training, it accomplishes its goal in meeting a wide variety of professions. On-campus are many galleries and gardens which beckon toward your patronage.

Idaho Falls Cultural District
505 Lindsay Boulevard
Idaho Falls, ID  
208-523-1010

Experience the Idaho Falls Cultural District, one of the most prominent hubs of cultural activity in the state. Within the boundaries of downtown Idaho Falls lies a collection of renowned cultural facilities including a well-respected theater, several museums, a collection of art museums, studios, dance studios, cinema houses and more.

In the North Central Region

Idaho Repertory Theatre - Moscow
6th Street
Moscow, ID   83844
208-885-7212

Now it may sound like we've lapsed into Russian here, but it's true - there's really a city named Moscow in Russia. And while it may not be proportionate to the Russian capital, its very own Idaho Repertory Theatre - Moscow certainly lives up to metropolitan standards. Established in 1953, this company is one of the longest-running professional theatre troupes in the Northwest.

J. Ginn Custom Bit & Spur
319 Main Street
Stites, ID   83552
208-926-7228

Explore one of the most fascinating cultural destinations in the state of Idaho at the J. Ginn Custom Bit & Spur. Here, you'll learn everything you could possibly learn about handmade bits and spurs. Jerry Ginn is the owner of this shindig, and as such is a fine craftsman of handmade bits and spurs who is deeply attached to his trade.

In the Northern Region

Sixth Street Melodrama
10 River Street
Wallace, ID   83873
208-753-7151

Experience a world-class melodrama in the town of Wallace with Sixth Street Melodrama, a professional group of theatergoers who have been recreating the traditional boo-and-hiss plays for decades now, based loosely on local history and legend and followed by Kelly's infamous Alley Revue.

Museum of North Idaho
115 Northwest Boulevard
Coeur d'Alene, ID   83814
208-664-3448

Find yourself in a town whose name can be easily traced back to the French language: Coeur d'Alene, where you'll experience everything that the Museum of North Idaho has to offer you. Discover what you always wanted to know about this region, and gain valuable insights into the local history.

In the South Central Region

Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art and Contemporary Craft
132 Main Avenue South
Twin Falls, ID   83303
208-734-2787

The Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art and Contemporary Craft is actually an artist's cooperated based in historic Downtown Twin Falls. As such, the institution is representative of about 20 regional artists who work in a healthy variety of mediums. Brand-new shows are on display on a bi-monthly basis, and artist receptions are held twice a month as well.

In the Southeastern Region

Larsen-Sant Library
109 S. 1st East
Preston, ID   83263
208-852-0175

The new Larsen-Sant Library has opened, and we know you're going to be glad it did. Why? Well, if you find yourself in the town of Preston during your Idaho travels, you'll want to head to the Larsen-Sant Library to pick up on the culture of the area. After all, this is a haven for historical maps and local information and the location of all Preston's major readings.

Paris Tabernacle Historical Site
109 S. Main Street
Paris, ID   83261
208-945-2072

Enjoy a place of worship which has been deemed one of the "true pioneer landmarks of the Western United States." Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, this 1889 Romanesque Mormon tabernacle was built out of red sandstone and was transported by sled from a quarry nearly 18 miles away. Explore the halls of this fantastic architectural feat through self-guided tours.

In the Southwestern Region

Basque Museum and Cultural Center
611 Grove Street
Boise, ID   83702
208-343-2671

If you find yourself in Boise, you might just want to stop by the Basque Museum and Cultural Center. Why? Well, Boise happens to be home to the highest concentration of Basques in the entire United States of America. Enjoy a fresh glimpse into the history of the Basque culture in Idaho, exploring their old-world origins as you go about your business.

Morrison Center for the Performing Arts
1910 University Drive
Boise, ID   83702
208-426-1609

Head down to the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, one of the most prestigious performance complexes found in the entire Northwestern portion of the United States. As such, you'll catch some of the world's best ballet, Broadway, symphony music, opera and more on-stage at this Idaho cultural hub.

Qwest Arena
251 S. Capitol Boulevard
Boise, ID   83702
208-383-0080

Qwest Arena happens to be the most original indoor sports and events arena in the entirety of this region of the United States. Qwest Arena is just steps away from prime shopping, restaurants and thriving local businesses in Boise. And, best of all, Qwest Arena happens to be home to some of the most world-class entertainment in Idaho.

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