If you've visited or are lucky to live in Bonner County, you know this is a special place. From its deep, clear lakes to its mountain views, natural history has left much for us to wonder at and enjoy. The people who called Bonner County home have played a role in shaping this place's culture, too, leaving us thousands of stories to better understand where we come from and how we can build a bright future together.

When you support the Historical Society, you create the space—literally and figuratively—where connection happens. Your donation helps us record a grandmother's voice so her grandchildren can hear her stories decades later. It funds the school tours where children discover their roots and follow their curiosity. It maintains the archives where newcomers learn the stories that help them belong. It honors elders by showing them that their lived experience matters.

By supporting us, you're not just preserving old things—you're actively building community in the present. You're helping uphold a civic anchor, a space beyond home and work where true community takes root.

BCHS is a 501(c)3 Idaho Educational Charity. Giving is a great way to support our mission and receive a tax credit even if you don't itemize! Consult your tax advisor for more information. Annual membership to the Bonner County Historical Society is included with your donation of $100 or more.