THE PRIEST LAKE MUSEUM IS CLOSED FOR THE SEASON!
The Priest Lake Museum offers free admission and brings the area’s cultural and natural history to life through exhibits, historic photographs, artifacts, and community stories. Whether you’re a longtime resident or a first-time visitor, discover the people, landscapes, and history that have shaped Priest Lake.
Interested in helping preserve the heritage and legacy of the Priest Lake Museum? Consider leaving a donation!
Bismark Barn Restoration Project
Join Us In Preserving a Piece of Priest Lake’s History
Help preserve a piece of Priest Lake’s history!
Learn more about the Bismark Barn restoration project and how you can get involved in protecting this historic landmark for future generations.
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE PRIEST LAKE MUSEUM
Visit us at 38 Priest Lake Museum Rd in Priest Lake Idaho!
Open 10 am – 4 pm Tuesday through Sunday From Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
In early June and after Labor Day, the museum is open on weekends only.
Something For Everybody, During Every Season.
Free Entry | Free Parking | ADA Accessible | Child Friendly
Explore our summer exhibits and collections and discover more local history through our outdoor exhibits and Coolin kiosk.
There’s something for everyone!
Can’t Make It In Person? No Problem!
We have a huge online collection to explore with over 500 photos, oral history exhibits and historic videos!
Priest Lake – See the Changes brings local history to life through film, interviews, and historic images, featuring stories of Nell Shipman, the Continental Mine, Chimney Rock, and more.
Heritage Series Events at the Priest Lake Museum
The Priest Lake Museum brings history beyond the museum through the annual Heritage Series Event.
From stories to music, historic site tours, and hands-on demonstrations; each event offers a new way to connect with the people and places that shaped Priest Lake.
Explore the upcoming schedule and join us for an event that brings local history to life.
Want To Find Out What Else There Is To Do In Priest Lake?
Discover more of Priest Lake with helpful resources for community events, hiking, camping, and outdoor and water recreation.