Boise Dark History Walking Tour

What is a town? It’s many things, but above all, it’s a reflection of our desires and needs. To truly understand Boise City’s character, dating back to 1863, we must look beyond the stories of the city’s upper-class founders and politicians.
Instead, we turn our focus to the everyday people—the misunderstood, the misrepresented, and even the vile. While Boise is often portrayed as a quaint and orderly town where pioneers thrived despite the isolation, there’s a darker side to its history that’s often overlooked.

On this tour, I’ll guide you through the shadows of Boise’s past, revealing the macabre, the forgotten, and the unsettling truths that shaped this city.

Remember, what holds true for Boise’s history echoes across America’s past as well.

Meeting Point

210 Main St

210 Main St, Boise, ID 83702, USA

The old U.S Assay office in downtown Boise

What's included:

• Stories that you won't hear elsewhere
• We include stories found by master's level historians in various physical and digital archives

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours, 15 minutes

Boise

Boise, Idaho

Macabre walk through downtown Boise

Pass by without stopping

U.S. Assay Office

210 W Main St, , Boise, 83702-7264, Idaho

Starting Point - Constructed in 1869 to assess the claims of miners in the Idaho Territory. This sandstone structure opened in 1871 and became the center of town that was actually on the outskirts of town. We start here, however, for a crazy story about felines!

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included