ID Tourism
State Capitol of Idaho
By ClassBrain Staff
May 16, 2006, 20:12 PST

Capital or Capitol?

What is the difference between these two? Here’s how it breaks down . . .

The Capital is the city or town that is the seat of government in a state or nation.

The Capitol is the building in which the state legislative body meets.


For information about Idaho’s Capital City, click here.

History of the Idaho Capitol Building
For almost two decades, Idaho's territorial government was housed in various private buildings around downtown Boise. Now come see where the capitol building has landed. You can also read about the capitol's rich history at this site.
Source: Idaho State Historical Society

Capitol Facts and Information
Learn fun facts, then test your knowledge about the state site on this fun and interactive site made just for kids.
Source: State Capitol of Idaho

Capitol Tour Guide
You can see pictures of the inside and outside of the beautiful Idaho Capitol building, plus you can read about the building's history and construction.
Source: Idaho Office of the Governor