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 Starved Classical structure |
514 West Jefferson Street Boise, ID 83702 United States |
The original 1860s courthouse had a first floor jail that allowed prisoners to strike up conversations with passersby. Gone are those laid back days. Today the 1939 courthouse, built by the Works Progress Administration, is an austere nine-story edifice. Designed by the well-respected Boise architects, Tourtellotte and Hummel, the building is fashioned from Indiana limestone in the Starved Classical style, which resembles Art Deco architecture. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest temple west of Mississippi |
11 North Latah Street Boise, ID 83706 United States +1 208 343 6601 http://www.ahavathbethisrael.org/ |
This Moorish-style synagogue is small in size but dripping in history. Built in 1896, it has the honor of being the nation's oldest continually-used temple on the western side of the Mississippi. Former Idaho Governor Moses Alexander, the first Jewish governor in the United States, was instrumental in the temple's founding. The architects tried to copy a Toledo, Spain temple, and their success is obvious with a distinctively Spanish feel in the synagogue. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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100-year-old private college |
2112 East Cleveland Boulevard Boise, ID 83605 United States +1 208 459 5011 |
This small tree-lined campus gives visitors an Ivy League feeling. Old buildings nestle up to modern architecture at Idaho's oldest four-year college, founded in 1891. Now named after Joe Albertson, the supermarket king, who donated a large sum to the college on its centennial, the college hosts about 750 students each year.Visitors can stroll through the pretty campus or explore the Orma J. Smith Museum of Natural History, Glen L. and Ruth Evans Gem and Mineral Collection, the Rosenthal Gallery of Art and the Whittenberger Planetarium. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Once tallest dam in the world |
Idaho Highway 21 Boise, ID 83712 United States +1 208 373 4007 |
Soaring 350 feet, this dam once towered over all other dams in the world. Built in 1915, the dam was an integral part of the Boise Irrigation Project and one of several dams along the Boise River. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the dam and 18-mile-long reservoir also hosts campers, fishermen, swimmers and boating enthusiasts. Camping facilities are available at Cottonwood Creek, Irish Point and Willow Creek. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Calling all art-lovers |
700 South Capitol Boulevard (Julia Davis Park) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 8330 http://www.boiseartmuseum.org |
This free event has been around since Leonardo Da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa. Well, the annual three-day festival may not be that antiquated, but it is one of the nation's best outdoor arts-and-crafts extravaganza. Held at the Julia Davis Park in early September, the festival hosts artists from around the West showing off and selling their works. It also offers food booths, face-painting for children (OK, adults, too), and live music. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Center for Boise's sports and events |
233 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 424 2200 |
This downtown events center has become a focal point for Boise. Located near many downtown restaurants and nightclubs, the center offers the ideal location for entertainment and fine dining. Home to the Idaho Steelheads, the center also houses other sporting events, such as the Idaho Sneakers Tennis, trade shows, conventions, ice shows and concerts. A sports bar, luxury boxes and access to the Grove Hotel tops off the list of amenities at this well-rounded events complex. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest apartment building |
110 South Fifth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 7777 (Boise Visitors Bureau) |
Boasting the honor of being Boise's first apartment building, this historical edifice has the charm of an old castle. Built in the early 1900's, the building has stone walls up to two-feet thick. Bay windows add a whimsical charm, and balconies overlook the street. The basement was home to the exquisite Renaissance Ristorante Italiano until its closure, but an equally elegant and delicious eatery has taken its place, Mortimers. Check out the nearby C.W. Moore Park and U.S. Assay Office for more historical wanderings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Watch me ski, ski, ski |
2600 Bogus Basin Road Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 332 5151 / +1 800 367 4397 http://www.bogusbasin.com |
Located 16 miles north of Boise, off a twisting mountain road, this folksy ski resort is Boise's winter getaway. Offering great skiing day or night, Bogus has 58 runs, six ski lifts and Bogus Basin Nordic Center. Amenities include ski school, rental and retail shop, restaurants, sleigh rides and the Pioneer Inn Condominiums. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Day at the races |
5610 Glenwood Road Boise, ID 83714-1338 United States +1 208 321 0222 http://www.lesboisracing.com/ |
Sleek thoroughbreds and quarterhorses compete at this racetrack, located off Chinden Boulevard, three days each week from May through August. The clean facility offers plenty of seating and parking. Tours are also offered and usually take about four hours. A variety of refreshments, including alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, are available, as well as a gift and souvenir shop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Soaring spires up to 112 feet |
1211 South Cole Road Boise, ID 83709 United States +1 208 322 4422 |
This 32,000-square-foot temple sits next to Interstate 84, but its soaring spires can be seen from a distance. Reaching 112 feet into the sky, the tallest spire stands in front of the church, and a bubbling fountain is nearby on the well-kept grounds. Opened in 1984, the Temple's speckled walls surround the building. Be sure to walk to the eastern side of the building where you will find a hidden door found in many Mormon temples. According to Mormon beliefs, Jesus Christ will return through this door. Unfortunately, the Temple's interior is open only to church members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Brimming with history and helpful people |
715 South Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 384 4076 http://www.boisepubliclibrary.org |
Sitting on Capitol Boulevard, across from Julia Davis Park and next to the The Cabin, this former warehouse has turned itself into a busy urban library, brimming with activity. Special events take place in the auditorium, and the children's and reference areas are always busy. The library has an excellent local history collection and an extremely helpful staff, always willing to offer advice to visitors. The original Carnegie Boise Library, now housing offices, can be found on the corner of Eighth and Idaho streets. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boise's only university |
1910 University Drive Boise, ID 83725 United States +1 208 426 1156 / +1 208 426 1563 http://www.idbsu.edu |
Hugging the Boise River, Boise's only university opened its doors in 1932 as a small private college. Today, it hosts more than 15,000 students on a 100-acre complex. Conveniently located across the river from Julia Davis Park, the university is home to the Morrison Center for the Performing Arts, and Bronco Stadium. Other campus highlights include the 1866 Christ Chapel, Idaho's oldest Protestant church and the Hemingway Western Studies Center, housing a variety of Hemingway papers and other artifacts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic depot with valley views |
Vista Avenue (Corner of Vista Avenue and Capitol Boulevard) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 384 4014 |
Looking out over downtown Boise and the Boise River, this glass-fronted train depot has welcomed visitors since 1925. Union Pacific stopped using the depot in 1971, resulting in a dilapidated building. Luckily, the Morrison-Kundsen Company financed a restoration, based on old photographs and plans. Today visitors can view the valley from the bell tower or wander through the manicured Platt Gardens that surround the building. The depot is also available for special events, such as weddings. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Informative downtown tour |
850 Front St (Boise Centre on the Grove) Boise, ID 83702 United States |
Old sandstone buildings, dating from the 1800s, line Boise's downtown area. The Belgravia Building, U.S. Assay Office, Idaho State Capitol Building and C.W. Moore Park highlight Boise's Wild West past. This tour operator leads visitors on a walking tour past these attractions and other highlights of downtown Boise. Covering many topics, including Boise's ethnic origins, the tours last about 90 minutes. The tours are only available in the summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun and more fun |
1385 South Blue Marlin Lane Boise, ID 83642 United States +1 208 898 0900 http://www.boondocksfuncenter.com |
Located just off Interstate 84 in Meridian, about 10 miles west of Boise, this family fun center is packed with entertainment options for all ages. Go-karts lure kids, big and small, onto its race track. A 36-hole miniature golf course displays original obstacles, including a towering arch. Arcade games, bumper boats and batting cages round out the attractions. A snack bar and restaurant serves pizza, sandwiches, and cold drinks. Prices for the different games vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Football, track and much more |
1910 University Drive Boise, ID 83725 United States +1 208 426 1408 http://www.broncosports.com/ |
This university stadium looks like any other until you see the turf. It is blue! Located on the campus of Boise State University and home to the BSU Bronco Football Team, this popular stadium is also used by many other athletic teams. In the fall football dominates, but come spring nimble tracksters sprint around the track or arc a javelin across the field. In June the stadium becomes the focal point for local high school graduations. The 20,000-seat stadium was dedicated to Lyle Smith, a former BSU football coach with a history for winning teams. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's 20th-largest rodeo |
2301 Blaine Street Boise, ID 83605 United States +1 208 459 2060 http://www.caldwellnightrodeo.com |
Hee-haw! Get five days of nonstop rodeo excitement in the third week of August each year. Watch cowboys sit on bulls and broncos, race wild horses and rope calves. Considered the 20th-ranked rodeo in the nation, the first Caldwell (about 30 minutes west of Bosie) rodeo happened here in 1924. The event is held in conjunction with the Miss Rodeo Idaho pageant. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boise's first church |
Broadway Avenue (Broadway Avenue and Campus Lane, Boise State University) Boise, ID 83725 United States +1 208 426 1900 |
This tiny white church with its soaring bell tower looks out of place on the modern Boise State University campus. Built in 1866, it's Boise's first church and was formerly called St. Michael's Episcopal Church. Christ Chapel Historical Society incorporated in 1963 to restore and operate the Christ Chapel. The chapel is now at the Boise Junior College campus and is used mainly for weddings. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cross the Nile |
700 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 1441 |
Built in the 1920s, this Egyptian-inspired theater is a nostalgic downtown masterpiece. Located at the corner of Capitol Boulevard and Main Street, the cinema hosts hieroglyphs and Egyptian gods on the exterior and interior of the theater. The pipe organ, which at one time accompanied silent movies, is a reminder of Hollywood's golden era. Today, movie-goers enjoy current films in an original atmosphere and relive a bygone era. Admission prices vary. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Shop and dine in early 1900s warehouse |
404 South Eighth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 0641 |
An early morning stroll through this turn-of-the-century market will take you back in time. Freshly-ground coffee charges the air, and it's only a modern mountain bike leaning against the wall that brings you back to reality. The refurbished, early 1900s warehouses that make up the marketplace now host quaint shops, movie theaters and restaurants such as Cafe Ole Restaurant and Cantina. Comedy lovers can enjoy the Funny Bone Comedy Club or, if athletics are your thing, check out the World Sports Humanitarian Hall of Fame. Arches, skylights and other architectural touches highlight the old warehouses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Center for opera, ballet and philharmonic |
516 South Ninth Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 9116 http://www.espaa.org |
Located in a 1910 warehouse and extensively remodeled, the brick performing arts center opened in 1992. Four bronze figures sit outside this performing arts center. One figure is a dancer. Another plays the violin, while the third one sings. The fourth figure symbolizes the audience. These four works of art come together perfectly to reflect what the center is all about: opera, dance and music. This establishment has given Opera Idaho,Ballet Idaho, and the Boise Philharmonic performance and office space. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicate stained glass mosaics |
1110 West Franklin Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 343 7511 |
This fine example of modern Gothic architecture lives up to its "Cathedral of the Rockies" name. Stained glass windows from a Philadelphia studio add a delicate grace. Each stained glass window tells a different story, including tales from Boise's history. Constructed of flagstone and sandstone, the cathedral boasts a towering spire and equally imposing cross. With a 1,000-person seating capacity and numerous public rooms, the cathedral is a popular place of worship. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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1870s church furnishings |
950 West State Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 345 3441 |
Located in the downtown, this church, rebuilt in the 1920s and 1950s, retains some of the original building's 19th century charm. Faded furnishings, dating back to 1878 and survivors of an arduous covered wagon trek, are on display. These antiques were originally used when the church occupied the site of what is now the Idanha Hotel. The middle portion of the church, which is used as the education building, was built in 1929. Stained-glass windows add a graceful touch to this modern church. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baseball Boise style |
5600 Glenwood Street Boise, ID 83714 United States +1 208 322 5000 http://www.boisehawks.com |
The home to the Boise Hawks Baseball Club, this old-fashioned stadium serves as a multipurpose facility with seating for 5,000 baseball fans. The seating capacity can be increased for summer concerts and special events. Hungry fans munch on chips from the snack stand or check out the Hawk's Nest for more refined munchies. Regardless of the event you attend, you will always find a friendly and helpful staff. You need to call to find out the schedule of events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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1929 downtown landmark |
802 West Bannock Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 7777 (Boise Visitors Bureau) |
This massive building, built in 1929, looms large at 11 stories tall. Noted for its solid structure of reinforced concrete, the building was remodeled with the intention of including it in the Statehouse Square. The circular glass top was added in 1979 and offers a spectacular panoramic view of Boise and the nearby mountains. It is also home to the Crystal Ballroom, available for banquets, with catering by Ca Creusse. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Window shopping along historic street |
13th Street (north of downtown) Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 7777 http://www.northend.org/hydepa... |
For old-world charm, visitors can stroll or cycle through this North End neighborhood. Neat bungalows line 13th Street, brushing up against sports stores, river guides, art galleries, interior decorators, antique shops and tasty restaurants like Lucky 13 and Richard's Across the Street. Close to the downtown area but feeling like a small village within the city, the neighborhood is famous for its Hyde Park Street Fair. This small retail center deserves its place among favorite shopping haunts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eleven theme gardens |
2355 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, ID 83712 United States +1 208 343 8649 http://www.idahobotanicalgarde... |
Located on the Old Idaho State Penitentiary grounds, these beautiful gardens are a must-see attraction. Well cared for all year long, the gardens are available for formal tours or for private browsing. Stretching over about 50 acres, the area offers 11 theme gardens including native plants, water displays and a nature trail. Winter brings the Winter Garden Aglow and festive holiday lights. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's Capitol look-alike, only smaller! |
700 West Jefferson Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 334 5174 |
Built in 1905 and in the image of the U.S. Capitol, the Idaho Capitol is the only statehouse in the country to be heated by geothermal water. The building was completed in 1920 and features a rotunda floor in a marble pattern called the Compass Rose. The grounds are well kept and have several notable trees, some of which were planted by U.S. Presidents. The building is surrounded by the Capitol Mall, which includes many older public buildings and monuments. Tours are available upon request. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idaho's highest court |
451 West State Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 334 2246 |
Completed in 1970, this limestone courthouse does not have the historic look of the much older Idaho State Capitol Building, but history is made here every day. Built of travertine limestone from Idaho Falls, the building boasts floors made from granite chip. Four times each year, the Supreme Court of Idaho can be heard in Boise, while it carries out the other eight sessions at different venues around Idaho. The library and court sessions are open to the public, and tours can be arranged through the clerk's office. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Learn about fire-fighting technology |
3833 South Development Avenue Boise, ID 83705 United States http://www.nifc.gov/ |
Idaho is often ravaged by summer forest fires, so it is appropriate that this wildland-firefighting support center is located in Boise. Founded in 1965, the facility houses equipment that helps firefighters across the western United States, including Alaska. During the free tours, visitors learn about special equipment for detecting lightning storms and the role of smokejumpers. The Wildland Firefighters Monument pays homage to firefighters with poetry along the pathway and statues by Larry Nowlan. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Boasts outstanding performance complex |
623 Holly Street Boise, ID 83686 United States +1 208 467 8790 http://www.nnu.edu |
This 85-acre university, affiliated with the Nazarene Church, has a solemn, modern presence in the small town of Nampa, about 20 minutes west of Boise. First opening in 1913, the university has a small cluster of old buildings, but the majority of the campus has a utilitarian feel. The draw for visitors is the outstanding performance and conference complex, the Brandt Center, and musical and theatrical programs presented by the university's Music and Theater departments. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tour an old frontier prison |
2445 Old Penitentiary Road Boise, ID 83712 United States +1 208 368 6080 |
The "Old Pen" is a view of prison life in the West over the span of 100 years. The castle-like fortress was built in 1870 and was enlarged over the years, often with prisoner labor, until 1973 when a new prison replaced this one. Visitors take a 90-minute tour through solitary confinement cells, death row and the gallows. It is also the site of Idaho's only hanging in 1957. The building also houses several museums within the museum. Admission fees: USD5 for adults, USD4 for seniors and USD3 for kids (6-12). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wander through Boise history |
516 South Eighth St Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 7777 (Boise Tourist Bureau) |
The Eighth Street Marketplace in downtown Boise commemorates Boise's 19th century past. This area is perfect for a lazy ramble through Boise's history. At 516 South Eighth Street, the Idaho Laundry building has been in operation since 1897. The nearby Boise Junk House at 521 South Eighth Street is where boys traded iron and other "junk" for cash. Other nearby landmarks are the Idaho Candy Company, in business since 1909, the Oregon Trail Memorial Bridge, and the Log Cabin Literary Center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Honoring Western pioneers |
Capitol Boulevard Boise, ID 83702 United States |
Arching dramatically over the Boise River, this picturesque bridge displays colorful ceramic panels. The concrete arch is a sturdy memorial to the Oregon Trail pioneers that crossed the Boise River close to where the bridge stands. Built by the Boise construction company, Morrison Knudsen, the bridge offers views of the Boise Train Depot on one side and the Idaho State Capitol Building on the other. Nearby Julia Davis Park, and the The Cabin make for an interesting tour. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visit Boise's first buildings |
610 North Julia Davis Drive Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 334 2120 |
Rescued by the Sons and Daughters of Idaho Pioneers, this complex of original Boise dwellings is located in the Julia Davis Park, next to the Idaho State Historical Museum. While wandering through two 1863 cabins, imagine the life of Isaac Coston who slept under his cabin's roof for 50 years. The other cabin housed a blacksmith and later a Chinese family. Other structures include an 1865-adobe house and a 1909 homesteader's shack. Admission fees: USD2 for adults, USD1 for children (6-18), Children under 6 free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Watch birds soar |
Snake River Canyon Boise, ID 83634 United States +1 208 362 8687 |
Designated a "Watchable Wildlife" area, this area of nearly a half-million acres winds along an 80-mile stretch of the Snake River Canyon, south of Boise. One of the densest concentrations of nesting birds of prey is here, along with over 250 other wildlife species. There are some tours offered by private outfitters, but mostly it is a self-guided see-it-yourself area. You might want to get acquainted with the wildlife and area before you go; best time for viewing is spring and early summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idaho's largest cathedral |
775 North 8th Street Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 342 3511 |
Descriptive stained-glass windows accent this 800-seat cathedral. Idaho's largest cathedral stretches across an entire city block and has ceilings that soar up to 50 feet, but its size does not detract from its simple elegance. Warm, rich tones light the interior and intricate paintings climb the walls. Opening in 1921, the sandstone cathedral follows a Romanesque design, based on a Mainz, Germany cathedral. Even though the cathedral underwent a restoration in 1979, it retains an old-world feeling. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Once housed $75 million |
210 West Main Street Boise, ID 83702 United States |
Built in 1871, this National Historic Landmark housed about $75 million in gold and silver during its heyday. Gold discovered in the Wood River Valley, Boise Basin and Owyhee County created the need for a Federal mint or assay office in Idaho. The sandstone Assay Office operated until 1933 when it became the Boise National Forest headquarters. Today, it is home to the Idaho State Historic Preservation Office and the Archeological Survey of Idaho. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stroll past elegant Victorian homes |
Warm Springs Avenue Boise, ID 83702 United States +1 208 344 7777 / +1 800 635 5240 |
This tree-filled avenue is home to some of Boise's first houses and boasts graceful late 1800s architecture. It is located half a mile from Broadway Avenue, near downtown. These elegant mansions were the first in the United States to be geothermally heated. The oldest home, built in 1868, is at 1035 Warm Springs Avenue. The first geothermally heated home, built in 1891, is found at 1109 Warm Springs Avenue. At 929 Warm Springs Avenue, you come to a 1925 house built in the style of a British manor. All of the homes are private and are not open for tours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old West fair |
5610 Glenwood Street Boise, ID 83714 United States +1 208 287 5650 http://www.idahofair.com |
This nine-day affair offers a variety of events, games, rides, live entertainment, food courts, trade shows, a rodeo and much more. Usual annual attendance reaches 260,000. Past Grandstand shows have included entertainers such as the Statler Brothers, Dwight Yoakum, Neal McCoy and Creedence Clearwater Revival, just to name a few. Offering a purely Idaho experience, fairgoers can wander through animal exhibits admiring prize-winning pigs or climb aboard gravity-defying rides. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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