Historic cell-house private event rentals
Host a gathering behind historic prison walls.
Old Idaho Penitentiary / Idaho State Historical Society
The Old Idaho Penitentiary rents specified cell-house interiors, prison grounds and other historic spaces for approved private events. Each rental is limited to the areas reserved rather than unrestricted access throughout the complex.
Current location note / listed area: Boise, ID
No private rentals during October. Approval and event-type limitations apply; some buildings lack heating, air conditioning or power. The Trusty Dorm is reserved for educational workshops/classes, and wedding suitability must be confirmed for the particular space.
Public-source research · 2026-10-29 · Not vendor-confirmed or independently vetted.
Original research sources
Documented state connections
Geographic evidence is retained historical research, not current service availability.
- Idaho · based
Official provider sources identify Boise, ID and the specific private offering.