As America turns 250 years old this year and many are reflecting on our country’s past, we wanted to take a closer look at Idaho’s history, which reflects the breadth of the American experience. Discovering more about the places we see and touch in our daily lives can create deeper connections with our home and our community. So we’re taking a deep dive into the history of Boise, one small piece at a time with our America 250: Short Histories of Boise Project. Each Monday on Idaho Matters, we’ll bring you a snapshot of a small corner of our Capital City and its unique past.
Today we’ll explore Spaulding Ranch.
Have you ever been to Spaulding Ranch on Boise’s West Bench? Maybe you’ve attended the annual fall festival and pumpkin patch or just driven past and wondered what stories live behind that fence on Cole Road…