FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 8, 2026
Contact
Jerald Darakjy, Idaho State Treasurer’s Office, 208-332-2950, [email protected]
Justin Smith, Idaho Transportation Department, 208-813-0027, [email protected]
Mark Breske, Idaho State Historical Society, 208-514-2330, [email protected]
Major Michael Winans, Idaho State Police, 208-884-7206, [email protected]
BOISE — The 2026 Idaho Liberty Bell Tour will make 11 stops in Eastern Idaho from Thursday, September 10, through Saturday, September 12, bringing the historic Liberty Bell to communities across the region as it continues its journey through all 44 Idaho counties.
The Liberty Bell will visit schools, parks, museums and community events throughout Eastern Idaho, giving Idahoans an opportunity to see this historic symbol of American liberty in their own communities.
Thursday, September 10
Salmon – Salmon Jr./Sr. High School
8:15 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Leadore – Leadore School
10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Dubois – Lindy Ross Elementary
12:30 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Hamer – Hamer Elementary
2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Idaho Falls – Museum of Idaho
4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, September 11
Ucon – Simmons Park (Ucon Elementary event)
8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Iona – Iona Square (Iona Elementary event)
9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Ammon – McCowin Park (Hillview Elementary event)
Noon – 1 p.m.
Idaho Falls – Sugar Mill Park (Falls Valley Elementary event)
1:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Idaho Falls – A250 in Idaho Freedom Festival (Bonneville County Fairgrounds)
5 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 12
Idaho Falls – Idaho Falls Farmers Market (Downtown)
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The 2026 Idaho Liberty Bell Tour is part of Idaho’s America250 celebration and will bring the Liberty Bell to communities across the state throughout the year. The tour will visit all 44 Idaho counties.
The Liberty Bell was recently restored and is being displayed throughout Idaho as part of the state’s commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence.
About America250 in Idaho
America250 in Idaho is the state’s official commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Through service, education, and community engagement, the initiative celebrates Idaho’s role in the American story and invites all Idahoans to take part in this historic milestone.
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About America250 in Idaho
America250 in Idaho is the state’s official effort to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Led by a committee of ambassadors and community leaders, the initiative focuses on celebrating Idaho’s unique contributions to the American story through service, education, and community engagement.
