FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 11, 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 15 stops across South-East Idaho from Monday, September 14, through Wednesday, September 16, 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 city offices, parks, schools and community events throughout South-East Idaho, giving Idahoans an opportunity to see this historic symbol of American liberty in their own communities.
Monday, September 14 (approximate times)
Downey – City Office
9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Malad City – Park (Elementary School Event)
10:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Preston – City Hall
12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Paris – City Hall
3 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Montpelier – Wells C. Stock Park
4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 (approximate times)
Georgetown – City Park
8:30 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Grace – City Park
10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Lava Hot Springs – Olympic Swimming Complex
11:30 a.m. – Noon
Inkom – Elementary School
1:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Wednesday, September 16 (approximate times)
American Falls – Power County Courthouse
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Malta – Raft River High School
Noon – 12:30 p.m.
Albion – City Park
1:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Declo – Kiwanis Park
2:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Burley – Park (Homeschool Event)
3:45 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Burley – South Freedom Park
5 p.m. – 7 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.
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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.
