Museums and Gardens
Sun Valley’s multifaceted history encompasses legendary mountain men, the largest sheep producing area in the United States, the first chair lift, home of legendary artists, writers, and the Hollywood elite, and of course America’s first destination ski resort. Our local museums pay homage to this vibrant history. Stop by to view relics of Sun Valley’s past. While exploring the town perhaps you will be lucky enough to spot local historian Ivan Swaner and his trademark mustache. He can often be spotted having a sip of coffee at Atkinson’s Market and is always willing to share a piece of local lore to the eager visitor.
In addition to the rich history examined by the local museums Sun Valley is home to the the Sawtooth Botanical Gardens the center piece of which is the Garden of Infinate compassion. In conjunction with the Dalai Lama's visit in September, 2005, a beautifully carved Tibetan Prayer Wheel was located in this Garden. It is one of only two in North America, and the only one blessed by him. It was created by Buddhist monks in northern India in the Tibetan capital in exile Dharmasala, and is filled with over one million written mantras. The Garden of Infinite Compassion was designed by renowned landscape designer, Martin Mosko. Giant boulders keep watch over reflecting ponds and a quiet, meandering stream. The water from the stream turns the Prayer Wheel, sending out blessings and hopes for peace and compassion to all the world.
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An historical museum featuring displays including school, kitchen, living room. The museum also has political campaign items, tools, military uniforms, agricultural and mining artifacts, china etc... more information...
Phone: 208.788.1801 | Fax: 208.725.5811
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The Ketchum/Sun Valley Historical Society, in it's commitment to protect and preserve the history of the Wood River Valley, opened the Heritage & Ski Museum in 1995. The museum is the site of nume... more information...
Phone: 208.726.8118
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The original 1880's ore wagons used to transport gold and silver ore has been preserved and are on display. Every year maintenance is done to keep the wagons in shape to be driven in the Wagon Days pa... more information...
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The Sawtooth Botanical Garden is pleased to serve the community as a high altitude/steppe zone botanical garden and an educational center. Over 7,000 people have visited the Garden this year. Se... more information...
www.sbgarden.org | Phone: 208.726.9358 | Fax: 208.726.5435
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The Center is a non-profit arts education organization committed to providing high-quality educational and cultural programming that challenges, engages and stimulates our community. We offer programs... more information...
www.sunvalleycenter.org | Phone: 208.726.9491 | Fax: 208.726.2344
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FULL DAY & HALF DAY TOURS
The best way to see some of the most amazing sights around this area, is on our Deluxe Tour. Your tour guide will take you to a variety of sights from... more information...
www.westernadventurelt.com | Phone: 208-309-2231 | Fax: 208-788-9907
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