Come What May, We Will Play

Play and exploration are regularly encouraged in children. As an adult, do you actively channel your inner child?

Come What May, We Will Play emboldens visitors of all ages to investigate their interests while learning about the benefits of play and how Bonner County residents have enjoyed play from our earliest history to today. Play in nature, imaginative play, and social play are supported by studies to improve an individual's interpersonal and intrapersonal skills, as well as connection to one's home, nature, and community. 

Covid reminded communities all around the world about the importance of connection to one's community and light-hearted play through life has been proven to ease the weight of hardship. Through natural curiosity and exploration of play, generations of the past have survived and even thrived through great difficulties. We hope you will enjoy the artifacts and stories that illuminate how previous generations created and experienced play, and find inspiration to ignite your inner child, as well.