Blackfoot (pop. 10,600) was originally named Grove City because of the abundance of trees. The many trees can still be seen in Jensen Grove Park, the Airport Park, and the Old Courthouse Square. Blackfoot has the largest potato industry in Idaho and is called the Potato Capital of the World.
The Bingham County Historical Museum in Blackfoot is housed in a renovated 1905 Southern mansion made of lava rock and lumber. The museum features period furnishings, clothing, and photographs.
Hours:
April 1 to October 31: 10am-3pm; Closed: Sun, Mon, Tue
The Potato Expo in Blackfoot is located in the former Oregon Short Line Railroad Depot. It features information about the history, agriculture and importance of the potato. Highlights include antique machinery, tools, gunny sacks and what is claimed to be the world's largest potato chip.
Address: Idaho Potato Expo, Box 366, Blackfoot, ID 83221-2239, United States
Phone: 1 (208) 785-2517, Fax: 1 (208) 785-3361
Hours:
April 1 to October 30: 9:30am-5pm; Closed: Sun
November 1 to March 31: 9:30am-3pm; Closed: Sun, Sun, Sat
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