CW Moore Park — Attraction in Idaho

C. W. Moore Park is a 0.28-acre urban park which includes architectural historic artifacts from some of Boise's demolished buildings, i.e.

W.E. Pierce Building Turret (1903), Bush Building Entrance Arch (1904), Cast-iron Columns & Streetlights (1880s), Dr. Springer’s Carriage Stone (1890s), A.T. Ellis Building Date Stone (1902-03), Pioneer Building Name Stone (1894), Central School Name Stone (1905), Morris Hill Cemetery Waterwheel.

The waterwheel raised water from the ditches and provides the water to a small rivulet which is symbolic of Boise’s early canal system. The park is available for reservation for formal ceremonies. There is on street parking available. It also has bike racks and drinking water facilities.

It is a very small park. One day I saw the turret while walking back home. After that I used to go there, listen to the waterwheel and have my lunch. I was very surprised to learn about the artifacts included...

This is a fun park. Very small, but large enough to, for example, have a Capoeira demonstration. There's an arch there, too, which I think makes it the only park in Boise with an arch. So that's neat. There's no restroom here, so maybe bring a bottle or something, or just go...

Take the time to read the pillar at the edge of this small park and you will sense the care that went into this small park. There are several pieces from once promenant buildings and businesses reaching back to the 1800s. Let your mind wander and enjoy the glimpse into...