BCHS Upcoming Programs

March 22

The Hive
207 N 1st Ave, Sandpoint, ID 83864

Drink In History Museum Event, National Women's Month

Drink In History: Sunday School Saloon

From Ella Mae Farmin running a Sunday school out of a saloon in the 1890s, to Delta Merritt riding miles on horseback every day to teach music lessons, Bonner County has been home to thousands of determined women whose passion built much of the community we know today. Hear the stories of more than 20 of these fearless, inspiring ladies as we celebrate Women's History Month with "Sunday School Saloon: Lionhearted Ladies of Bonner County" at the Hive.

Join us Saturday, March 22nd at The Hive. Doors open at 2:30pm and the presentation begins at 3:00

The Hive will be providing a full no-host bar, including a signature themed cocktail. You will also have a chance to pick up your favorite Museum merchandise at the event. Thank you for supporting local history!

April 5

Bonner County History Museum
611 S. Ella Ave. Sandpoint

April 5

Bonner County History Museum
611 S. Ella Ave. Sandpoint

April 14-18

Free First Saturday

Thanks to sponsor Clem Yonker & Lori Getts, we will open our doors for another Free First Saturday. Free Museum Admission for everyone!

10:00 am -2:00 pm

Hands on History

Carlie and our education team will be providing free historically-inspired children’s activities and imaginative play during Free First Saturday. This session will take place upstairs in our Early Years exhibit space.

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Live Give 7B

This week-long initiative brings together nonprofits, businesses, and residents across Bonner County to support the local causes that make 7B such a special place to call home.

What’s it all about?

✔️ Supporting local nonprofits

✔️ Building community connections

✔️ Celebrating the spirit of 7B

Join us in making a positive impact! Let’s come together to Live, Give, and Celebrate 7B!

Stay Tuned…

April 2 - May 13

May

June- August

New Exhibit at the East Bonner County Library- Sandpoint Branch

Stay tuned for a temporary exhibit curated by Olivia Fee and Ken Conger

Flowers From the Heart Dahlia Bulb Sale

To benefit the Bonner County Historical Society & Museum

Historic Walking Tours of Downtown Sandpoint

Weekly afternoon tours all summer long, led by local historians

Past Programs

Vintage Valentines- February 6, 2025

BCHS members crafted Valentines for the Valentines for Seniors project. Curator Olivia Fee shared romantic photos and sweet notes from the collection, and volunteer Kathy Hubbard read excerpts from the collection of over 100 love letters penned by Ole Jennestad to his fiancé in the 1910s.