Idaho State Historical Society

Self-Governing Agency

Janet L. Gallimore

Director
Janet L. Gallimore

The Idaho State Historical Society preserves and shares the places, artifacts, and stories that shape our state through the Idaho State Museum, Idaho State Archives, Old Idaho Penitentiary, and preservation programs across Idaho.

Established by: Idaho Code Title 67, Chapter 41

Board of Trustees

Learn more about the Board of Trustees →

  • Dr. Cheryl O’Brie (Chair)
    District 7
  • Justin Vipperman (Vice Chair)
    District 5
  • Don Pischner
    District 1
  • Vacant
    District 2
  • Melinda Sloviaczek Smyser
    District 3
  • Mary Ann Arnold
    District 4
  • Rick Phillips
    District 6
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