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Explore some of downtown Idaho Falls’ most beloved buildings and discover or rediscover the unique characteristics of these incredible structures.
As empty as the land might look, there is a lot of history in Idaho Falls’ backyard: 890 square miles of land now called Idaho National Laboratory.
What did early residents think of Idaho Falls? Museum of Idaho staff compiled a range of accounts that show what early settlers thought of our city.
True to form, Johnson Brothers, Inc. has met 2020 with optimism, energy and a can-do attitude, and even found events to celebrate along the way.
Are you looking for an educational road trip? There are plenty of spots to visit close by where you can satisfy your adventurous spirit and learn a little more about our region.
As you might expect, some of the first social entertainment options for locals included agricultural fairs, school and church activities and balls, all in place by the 1880s as families began to join the mostly male settlers who arrived here first.
Once upon a time, back in a browline-glasses America, some 500 “kiddielands” dotted the country.
The Gem State was honored with the naming of the USS Idaho (BB 42), launched in 1917 and later commissioned for action in World War II.
A lot of our early history isn’t there anymore—at least, not in the same way. Check out this downtown Idaho Falls walking tour of things that are gone.
Keefer’s Island is one of those rare places that means exactly what it’s supposed to. A rugged island in the middle of a growing city. A curiosity.
How much do you know about the Gem State? The fun thing about history is that there are always new discoveries occurring, providing us with more information to learn from as time goes on.
On August 28, 1891 Eagle Rock became Idaho Falls.
Learn the origins of names of Idaho Falls area schools.
It’s not just you. Studying the history of Idaho Falls, one can’t help but notice that a number of significant stories across the decades feature the same shifty character: wind.
If you make only one stop in Eagle Rock on your trek through the territory, Dick Chamberlain’s saloon is a good option.
History comes to life in the form of a perfectly preserved wedding dress.
Historic gem finds new life in the heart of downtown.
Explore the treasures of our city's historic heart with the Idaho Falls Downtown Development Corporation
The November issue of IFM is landing in a mailbox near you.
Learning a lost art with the Weaving, Spinning, and Fiber Arts Guild of Idaho Falls.