Walking Through History Tours

The Lakeshore Story
April 11, May 9, May 23, June 27, July 25, and August 22
All tours start at 9 am at the Museum
720 E. Young Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

Make your morning lakeside stroll more meaningful with a guided walk along Lake Coeur’ Alene. As you take in the views, a local historian will share stories, historic photographs, and firsthand accounts that highlight the people, industries, and events that shaped the lake and the surrounding community.

Life Along Sanders Beach
April 25 at 1:30 pm
May 16 at 1:30 pm
June 20 at 11 am

All tours start at the Museum
720 E. Young Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

Discover the history of Sanders Beach on this guided walk through one of Coeur d'Alene’s most iconic neighborhoods. From lumber mills and lake regattas on Lake Coeur d’Alene to the stately homes of prominent early residents, this tour highlights the stories that shaped the shoreline and the community.

Tales of Old Fort Sherman
April 18 at 1:30 pm
May 2 at 1:30 pm
June 6 at 11 am
July 18 at 10 am
August 15 at 10 am
September 5 at 10 am

All tours start at the Fort Sherman Chapel
332 Hubbard, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

Nestled along the banks of Lake Coeur d’Alene and the Spokane River, Fort Coeur d’Alene (later renamed Fort Sherman) was established in 1879. Learn about the history of the fort and the city that formed around it. The tour finishes with a visit inside Fort Sherman Chapel, the city’s oldest church, school, library, and meeting hall.

From Slabtown to Downtown
May 30 at 1:30 pm
June 13 at 11 am
July 11 at 10 am
August 8 at 10 am
August 29 at 10 am
September 12 at 10 am

All tours start the Museum
720 E. Young Ave, Coeur d’Alene, ID 83814

Explore the foundations of Coeur d’Alene, from the powerful influence of the mining and lumber industries to the era of steamboats and hydroplane races on Lake Coeur d’Alene. This tour traces how industry, transportation, and recreation shaped the community’s growth and character.