What’s Happening at the Sacajawea Center?

Dr. Gary Moulton to Speak in Salmon

May 15, 2018

The Sacajawea Center and the Lemhi County Historical Society have been teaming up for five years to bring June History Month to the community. This year the Center is also celebrating its 15 year anniversary and we are excited to be hosting Dr. Gary Moulton for June...

Summer Program Sign-ups Scheduled!

Apr 19, 2018

Registration for Sacajawea Center summer programs begins Monday May 7th at 5pm at Salmon City Center at 200 Main Street. After May 7th you can submit registration forms directly to our office at 2700 Main Street. The Salmon City Pool will also be present on May 7th...

Onsite Volunteer Opportunity at the Sacajawea Center

Mar 15, 2018

Each season the Sacajawea Center calls on the community to help kick operations into high gear for daily summer operations. Volunteer docents welcome visitors to Salmon and the Center, teaching them about our local history and directing folks to businesses...

Summer Program Information

Outdoor School programs for 2017 include making buskin bags, arrowheads, cattail baskets, and excavating a mock archaeological site. Follow this link for details, registration forms, and scholarship applications. Call us with any questions – (208)756-1188.

2018 Program Brochure

Seeking Volunteers

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding way to make a difference? The Sacajawea Center is seeking volunteers for several positions for the 2018 summer season.

Weekly docent shifts
Programs and events photographers
Onsite docent position with RV hookups for 2018 (good for individual or couple). For docent position description and application visit volunteer.gov and search “Idaho opportunities”
Position description

The 1805 Lewis & Clark Living Experience

Are you looking for an unforgettable experience? Sign up now for the 1805 Experience and save! Each year the Outdoor School hosts a 10-day primitive experience. Immerse yourself in the world Lewis and Clark experienced as they traveled west.

Before July 1: $300.00(individual) $600.00(family)

Before August 1: $400.00(individual) $700.00(family)

After August 1: $500.00(individual) $800.00(family)

*$100 Non-refundable Deposit

+Contact us for student discount

Are you looking for an expedition experience? Check out the local outfitters listed below!

Contact one of the following outfitters to raft or ride a portion of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail in Lemhi County! Some trips offer an interpretive guide, too!

Rawhide Outfitters, Idaho Adventures, Aggipah Raft Trips, or Silver Cloud Expeditions

Click to DISCOVER THE SACAJAWEA CENTER

We invite you to visit the Sacajawea Center, a popular choice for Idaho vacations! The Center is a happening place. Join us for Sacajawea Center special events including indoor and outdoor concerts, annual historical events, dutch oven cookouts, festivals, kids summer camps, and family historical programs throughout the summer and early fall months. Visitors can also enjoy the Community Gardens and scenic walking trails throughout the beautiful 71-acre park. Even your dog can enjoy its time at the Sacajawea Center in the Seaman’s Dog Park, where you can’t miss the bronze statue of Seaman, Captain Meriwether Lewis’ Newfoundland. You’ll want to stop in the Interpretive Center to view exhibits and artifacts that focus on Sacajawea. The Sacajawea Center Research Library located in the Learning Center is open by appointment for you to view Expedition journals and titles, Native American topics, field guides, and children’s books.

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Events

Summer Programs

Summer Hours:

The Interpretive Center is open for the summer season and will remain open daily through Labor Day! Monday-Saturday from 9am-5pm and Sunday from 12:30-5pm. Park admission is $5/person or $12/family. We hope to see you on the trail!