Idaho Potato Museum - Blackfoot, Idaho
N 43° 11.380 W 112° 20.627
12T E 390807 N 4782753
The history museum is located in downtown Blackfoot, Idaho at 130 NW Main St.
Waymark Code: WMBRTQ
Location: Idaho, United States
Date Posted: 06/18/2011
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Say "Idaho" and the first thing most non-residents think of is the famous potato. Any history of Idaho would not be complete without considering the history of the potato industry. Come to the the Idaho Potato Museum and you will find out interesting facts about potatoes, history of the potato the growing and harvesting process, nutrition, trivia and educational potato facts. Watch a short video presentation on how the potato industry has developed. Also see the equipment used to harvest potatoes. You'll be intrigued as you stroll through the Museum which was built in 1912.
Theme:
History of the potato
Street Address:
130 N.W. Main
Blackfoot, Idaho
Food Court: no
Gift Shop: yes
Hours of Operation:
Museum Hours:
October-March
9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Monday-Friday
April-September
9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Monday-Saturday
Cost: 3.00 (listed in local currency)
Museum Size: Small
Relevant Web Site: [Web Link]
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