FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 22, 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 12 stops across Southwest Idaho from Thursday, September 24, through Saturday, September 26, bringing the historic Idaho Liberty Bell to communities across the region as it continues its journey through all 44 Idaho counties.
The Liberty Bell will visit schools, city buildings, parks, and community locations throughout Southwest Idaho, giving Idahoans an opportunity to see this historic symbol of American liberty in their own communities.
Thursday, September 24
Fairfield – Camas County High School
9:50 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Mountain Home – Visitors Center
Noon – 12:30 p.m.
Kuna – City Council Building
3:10 p.m. – 3:40 p.m.
Friday, September 25
Marsing – Near M&W Market
8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Homedale – Homedale High School
9:45 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Wilder – City Park
11 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Parma – Old Fort Boise Park
12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
New Plymouth – New Plymouth Middle School
2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Emmett – Near Main Street Beverage
4 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 26
Horseshoe Bend – City Hall
9:20 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.
Cascade – Lot across from Squirrel Outdoors
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Donnelly – Donnelly Elementary
2:25 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.
The Idaho 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.
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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.
