Aunque la música country sigue siendo la predominante en Idaho, esta filarmónica calma las ansias de los amantes de la música clásica con una excelente selección de conciertos todo el año. Los conciertos se celebran en el Centro Morrison Para las Artes Escénicas y en el Auditorio Swayne, cerca de Nampa, y los mejores músicos de la zona convidan a los espectadores con un poco de todo, desde Berlioz hasta Beethoven. No es extraño ver que en los conciertos participan artistas internacionales. En el repertorio de la filarmónica se destaca El Mesías de Hendel todos los años en diciembre. En mayo podrá disfrutar de un concierto familiar libre y gratuito.
Situated on the Boise River near the Boise Public Library, Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial is part of the Boise Greenbelt. Stopping by this memorial featuring a statue of Anne Frank, a well-maintained garden. a small amphitheater and water fountains is a must while in the neighborhood. This educational park also features a quote wall inscribed with quotes of different famous personalities from around the globe. Here, you will also find an plaque reading the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Idaho's largest cathedral stretches across an entire city block and has ceilings that soar up to 50 feet, but its size does not detract from its simple elegance. Warm, rich tones light the interior and intricate paintings climb the walls. Opening in 1921, the sandstone cathedral follows a Romanesque design, based on a Mainz, Germany cathedral. Even though the cathedral underwent a restoration in 1979, it retains an old-world feeling. Be sure to check out the impressive narrative stained-glass windows.
This community theater resembles a dome-shaped hat sitting on top of a plain, almost dumpy, body of a building. But inside the Boise Little Theater, there is nothing plain about the acting. One of the longest-running community theaters in the nation, this theater provides Boise audiences with live entertainment from one-act plays to melodramas. Past season highlights have included "Noises Off" and "Exit the Body."
Located in historic St. Paul Baptist Church, the Idaho Black History Museum celebrates Idaho's black culture. Open since 1995, the museum offers visitors many interesting historical tidbits, such as a look at Idaho's black cowboys and miners, and Idaho's contribution to the Civil Rights Movement. The building itself also has an interesting historical legacy as one of the first African-American churches in the Boise area, founded in 1909. Activities include storytelling, workshops, lectures and musical performances.
Todo lo que siempre queria saber sobre la minería y la geología está aquí. Aproveche este recurso y aprenda todo lo que pueda sobre el pasado minero de Idaho mientras observa las fotografías y artefactos históricos. Este es un viaje ideal para quienes quieran combinar una visita a la Vieja Penitenciaría Estatal de Idaho, que se encuentra justo al lado. El museo cuenta con distintas exposiciones que muestran la increíble variedad de características geológicas de Idaho. Además, este museo organiza charlas especiales, viajes de campo y otros programas educativos con bastante frecuencia. La entrada es libre y gratuita.
This 32,000-square-foot temple sits next to Interstate 84, but its soaring spires can be seen from even farther away. Reaching 112 feet into the sky, the tallest spire stands in front of the church, and a bubbling fountain is nearby on the well-kept grounds. Opened in 1984, the Temple's speckled walls surround the building. Be sure to walk to the eastern side of the building where you will find a hidden door, a characteristic of many Mormon temples. According to Mormon beliefs, Jesus Christ will return through this door. Unfortunately, the interior of the temple is only open to church members.
Antiques spill out of this turn-of-the-century home, located about 30 minutes from Boise. Recreating a bygone era, the home offers a vintage kitchen, pantry, parlor, bedrooms and other rooms. Furnished with late 1800s and early 1900s items, the Indian Creek Museum allows visitors to explore a different time.
This massive building, built in 1929, is 11 stories tall. Noted for its solid structure of reinforced concrete, the Hoff Building was remodeled with the intention of including it in the Statehouse Square. The circular glass top was added in 1979 and offers a spectacular panoramic view of Boise and the nearby mountains. It is also home to the Crystal Ballroom, which is available for hosting events.
Este pintoresco puente, que se arquea dramáticamente sobre el río Boise, está decorado con cerámicos coloridos. El arco de concreto es un homenaje a los pioneros del 'Oregon Trail' que cruzaron el río Boise muy cerca de donde se construyó el puente. Construido por la compañía de Boise Morrison-Knudsen, el puente ofrece un paisaje que reúne la Terminal de Trenes de Boise a un lado y el Edificio del Capitolio del Estado de Idaho al otro. Para hacer del recorrido algo un poco más interesante, visite el Parque Julia Davis, y The Cabin.
This is a city location for prayer and other services. The Islamic Center of Boise offers free community services like mosque tours and information for non-Muslims, language classes, and counseling. More information on daily congregational prayers and other activities is available on the website.
Hall International Academy For Arts & Humanities is an art school located in Eagle, ID. The venue offers education in various disciples of art ranging from filmmaking to fine art. The venue is equipped with state of the art facilities and is a popular place for cultural events in the area.