Basque Museum and Cultural Center — Attraction in Boise

It wasn’t clearly indicated where exactly to start the tour. I understand most likely all the docents are there on their own free time but they seemed super cranky and hard to speak to. One man entered the boarding house while we were asking him if it was where the tour started and he just looked at us and slammed the door on our faces. Then the lady at the entrance of the actual museum was yelling at a man telling him what to do in a very condescending manner; we decided not to waste our money on it because of this. Sorry Basque Village - we will have to admire the structures from the outside until you get some clear signs and some more kind docents! You’d want to do this if you really want the public to appreciate your culture especially you’re struggling...

It is always free to visit the museum and the Cyrus Jacobs uberuaga house on the 1st Thursday of each month. We were there and it was really amazing to explore the cultural museum and learn more about the basque culture. Very friendly staff. Cozy atmosphere inside. A lot of information about basque immigrants; how they come, where they first lived, what do they do... then you can check the guesthouse that was meant to receive newly comers from the basque country. Very beautiful Jacobs family belongings such as the oven, kitchen utensils, clothes, water well, old suitcases, shoes, hats, piano, accordion, guitar and many other items. It was a great experience! It is highly...

Friendly folks. The Basque Museum and Cultural Center is an absolute delight! From the moment you walk in, you're embraced by a warm, authentic atmosphere that radiates the rich heritage of the Basque community. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, offering insightful glimpses into Basque history, art, and traditions.

What truly sets this museum apart are the dedicated staff and volunteers friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about sharing their culture. I was especially impressed by how well they made complex history both engaging...