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Historic Bovill Walking Tour

  • Bovill Opera House 412 2nd Avenue Bovill, ID, 83806 United States (map)

Join the Latah County Preservation Commission for a special walking tour of historic Bovill, Idaho.

DATE: Tuesday, September 15

TIME: 6:00 p.m. PT.

TICKETS: $25 + tax & credit card processing fees, includes a house beer or wine at Elk Saloon after the tour.

MEETING LOCATION: Meet at the Bovill Opera House 412 Second Ave. Bovill, ID 83806

Step into Bovill’s rich logging history as we explore the community’s historic commercial district and learn about the people, places, and stories that shaped this small Idaho town. The tour will include a special inside peek at the historic Bovill Opera House, followed by a guided walk through the commercial district.

To celebrate the evening after the tour, join us at the Elk Saloon for a complimentary glass of house beer or wine and a chance to continue the conversation.

Bovill is one of Idaho’s newest potential historic districts, currently awaiting consideration for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places. Come discover what makes this remarkable logging community worthy of preservation.

Our sincere thanks to Latah County Preservation Commission member Jeremy Ritter for leading the tour and sharing Bovill’s fascinating history with us.

Come walk through history, discover Bovill, and raise a glass to preservation!

Tour details

Tour Distance: Less than half a mile.

Tour Length: Approximately an hour + raising a glass at the Elk Saloon after to the tour.

Accessibility: This tour is not fully accessible and includes stairs at the Opera House, uneven surfaces, and unpaved areas.

Walking Conditions: This is a rural area, so participants are encouraged to wear comfortable, sturdy shoes appropriate for uneven and unpaved surfaces.

Parking: Attendees can park on the street along Second Ave.

Day Of Emergency Contact: Jeremy Ritter TBA.

For More Information: Contact us at (208) 424-5111.

Earlier Event: September 12
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Later Event: September 19
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