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Living History Day at the Museum The museum will host a Living History Day on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 1 – 5 PM, with hands-on demonstrations that highlight skills and traditions from the past. The event is open to the public. Visitors can watch demonstrations of butter churning, wool spinning, soap making, handwashing clothes, and working with vintage tools. Members of the Southern Idaho Muzzleloaders will present demonstrations including knife throwing, tomahawk throwing, fire starting with flint and steel or fire glass, and a muzzleloader firing demonstration. The group will also share information about Mountain Men and the fur trade, displaying furs, beads, and other items used during the early frontier era. Guests can also enjoy homemade ice cream during the event. Living History Day offers a fun and educational experience for families and history enthusiasts of all ages. Golf Tournament Fundraiser The Twin Falls County Historical Society Museum is hosting a golf tournament at the Municipal Golf Course on Thursday, June 11, 2026, starting at 8 AM. Lunch will follow. Use the QR code to register a team or contact Teresa Sept at [email protected] to sponsor a Tee box sign. Your donations and participation will help fund signage at the museum that will help educate the public about our vast local history, as well as fund exhibits, education programs, and local storytelling. |