ARCHWALKS 2024

we will once again offer a series of five ArchWalks tours for the 2024 season!

The tours are available from 12:00 PM to 1:15 PM and from 6:30 PM to 7:45 PM on the first Tuesday and last Thursday of each month from May through September.

You can purchase season ticket packages that include all five ArchWalks from Series #1-5, choosing either the Tuesday or Thursday dates, with options for either the noon or evening tour packages.

If you're unable to attend all five tours, you can also buy tickets for individual tours.

Please note that season ticket packages are offered first to members. To secure your tickets for this exciting series, consider becoming a member.

If you can't attend all five archwalks walking tours this season, don't worry—individual walking tour tickets are available!

You can purchase your individual walking tour tickets now by choosing your preferred dates and times. To buy tickets, please click on the links below:

Tour series #1: Discovering Middleton's Hidden History:

Tour series #2: Mountain Views and Mid-Century Manors:

Tour series #3: The Highlands: A Blast from the Past:

Tour Series#4: Downtown Mercantile Buildings: What's In Store:

Tour Series #5: Explore South Boise Village:

Cost: Tickets for each tour are available for individual purchase at $10.00 for Preservation Idaho members and $12.00 for non-members (credit card processing fees apply).

Member Discount: Preservation Idaho members can enjoy a $2 discount on tickets. Click on LOGIN FOR MEMBER BENEFITS to access your online membership account and purchase tickets at the discounted rate.

2024 ARCHWALKS WALKING TOUR SERIES LINEUP

tour SERIES #1: Discovering Middleton’s Hidden History

Take a drive to Canyon County to explore Middleton, the oldest town in Canyon County and one of the oldest in the state. Buildings in Middleton date from the 1880s and represent the village’s history as an agricultural center and transportation hub. At one time the tracks of the Idaho Northern Railway and the Boise & Interurban Railway crossed near the center of the village. Join Barbara for a stroll through the village and discover its unique history that includes the remnants of the S.S. Foote Flour Mill; the 1884 home of Jacob and Magdalena Plowhead, and the Lee Moberly Museum building listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Barbara Perry Bauer - Historian/Detective/Team Builder. Barbara is a principal and founding member of TAG Historical Research & Consulting. As a consulting historian she has worked throughout Idaho on projects ranging from museum exhibits to National Register of Historic Places nominations. She is the author of South Boise Scrapbook: A Neighborhood History, Treasure Valley’s Electric Railway and Legendary Locals of Boise (with Elizabeth Jacox). Barbara is passionate about history and shares her interest through lectures, walking tours, and bike tours.

tour SERIES #2: Mountain Views and Mid-Century Manors

Join Dan Everhart to tour one of the Central Bench’s premier mid-century residential neighborhoods. While platted just after the turn of the 20th century, distance from downtown slowed development until after the Second World War when the neighborhood’s large lots embraced sprawling ranches in a variety of stylistic motifs.

Dan Everhart is an architectural historian with a long history of working with Preservation Idaho and is currently the Outreach Historian at the Idaho State Historic Preservation Office. As a native Idahoan, Dan’s personal interests led him to research the unique architectural legacy of the state. He has invested countless hours as a volunteer for Preservation Idaho and understands the importance of educating people about the history of Idaho and the significance of preserving it.

tour SERIES #3: The Highlands: a Blast From the Past!

Let’s visit a blast from the past! Did you know that Boise has a bomb shelter, built exclusively to attract and accommodate new homeowners to a fantastic mid-century neighborhood in the Highlands? Join local teacher and Preservation Idaho board member Doug Stan as we rediscover the Cold War roots of a local community, focused on safety, modern amenities, and easy living.

Doug Stan is a Social Studies teacher at Boise High School and a graduate from Occidental College, where he took Professor Robert Winter’s L.A. Architecture. This course is the inspiration for the Idaho Architecture Project, and sought to introduce students to neighborhood architecture and architectural history. Doug is a Board Member and the Education Committee Chair for Preservation Idaho.

NOTE DATE CHANGE FOR 2ND TUESDAY, JULY 9TH.

tour SERIES #4: Downtown Mercantile Buildings: What’s In Store?

Join Richard in a tour amongst the mercantile buildings just west of the main downtown core. This area is very architecturally significant for its early 20th-century designs and boasts many structures by notable Idaho architects. From Romanesque Revival to Chateauesque, we’ve got pretty much all the commercial architectural styles of the early 20th. There’s even a modernist gem or two in the mix. These buildings housed groceries, dry goods, hardware, drugs, millinery, banks, a fraternal lodge as well as offices leasing to lawyers, doctors, and dentists. The past of these buildings is intriguing as they evolved and will continue to do so while retaining their architectural character.

Richard Jarvis, serving as the Senior Historic Preservation Planner for the City of Boise, brings a wealth of experience to his role. Having previously worked at another state's SHPO office and engaged in historic preservation within architectural practice and construction, he possesses a deep-rooted passion for historic architecture. His keen interests extend to the value of historic preservation efforts and navigating the intricacies of implementing them across both public and private sectors. Hailing from the South, Richard has lived in various regions, including New England, Old England, and the Midwest, before settling in Boise. He finds great satisfaction in his newfound home in the Northwest, appreciating both its lifestyle and professional opportunities.

tour SERIES #5: Explore South Boise Village

While you might have driven past this area countless times, you might not have paused to consider its rich history. Come along on this walking tour as we uncover the influence of the Oregon Trail, streetcars, and post-World War II urban sprawl on this neighborhood. We'll also examine its ongoing evolution, especially in addressing the housing demands of families and Boise State students. By looking at multiple buildings, including several on the National Register of Historic Places, this tour will illuminate the significance of South Boise within the broader context of the City.

Carrie Applegate, a fourth-generation Idahoan and lifelong Boise resident, serves as the Director of Marketing at Hummel Architects. In this role, she oversees the firm's collection of architectural drawings, plans, and renderings, offering her invaluable primary source research into the firm's historic buildings spanning 128 years. A graduate of Boise State University’s College of Business, Carrie has navigated diverse career paths, from Theatre Arts to Public Involvement for Transportation Engineering, before finding her niche in Architecture Marketing. A docent for Preservation Idaho's Walkabout Boise tours, she is excited to lead this ArchWalk tour of her childhood stomping grounds. Additionally, as an embroidery artist, Carrie's piece, "Ribbon of Jewels," is set to adorn the traffic box at the intersection of Capitol Boulevard and Julia Davis Drive.

Important Information About ArchWalks Tours

Tour Guides and Acknowledgments: Preservation Idaho volunteers, who are experts in their fields, have carefully curated and will lead the ArchWalks tours. Special thanks to Carrie Applegate, Barbara Perry Bauer, Dan Everhart, Richard Jarvis, and Doug Stan for their efforts in orchestrating these tours, and to our dedicated volunteers Jessica Alvarado, Lynn Thayer, and Carolyn Wolfe, and Rosemary Zimbelman for their contributions.

Member Notifications: Members should have received an advanced notification email on April 1st to purchase season ticket packages. If you did not receive this email, please contact us at kellie@preservationidaho.org.

Ticket Release: Season ticket packages and individual walking tour tickets became available to the public on April 8th.

Pricing:

• Season tickets for all five ArchWalks (Tour Series #1-5) are available for $50. The promo code for this discount is automatically applied through the provided links during checkout.

• Individual tour tickets are available at $10.00 for Preservation Idaho members and $12.00 for non-members. Members looking to use the $2 discount can click LOGIN FOR MEMBER BENEFITS to access and purchase through their online membership account.

Payment Methods: Credit card processing fees apply at checkout for all payments made by credit card. To avoid these fees, you may pay by check by mailing it to Preservation Idaho PO Box 1495, Boise, ID 83701. Please specify which walking tour package or individual tour tickets you are purchasing.

Pre-Tour Communication: Email reminders, including meeting location, parking information, and other tour details will be sent at least 48 hours before each walking tour. Ensure your email address on file is up-to-date.

Tour Conditions: All tours are held outdoors and will proceed regardless of weather. Please dress appropriately.

Ticket Transferability: Tickets are transferable and can be shared with family and friends.

Tour Restrictions: Please note that ArchWalks tours do not include entry into private homes.

Duration: Tours typically last around one hour and 15 minutes, though some may extend beyond that.

Phone Purchases: If you prefer to purchase season ticket packages or individual tickets over the phone, please call us at (208) 424-5111.

Assistance Needed?: If you encounter any issues or have questions, please reach out to us at kellie@preservationidaho.org.

DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS ENJOYABLE AND EDUCATIONAL walking TOUR SERIES.

To become a Preservation Idaho member click HERE. To purchase ArchWalks tickets, contact us at kellie@preservationidaho.org or call (208) 424-5111.