Appaloosa Museum & Heritage Center — Attraction in Moscow

The Appaloosa, identified by its colorful spotted coat, is a horse breed synonymous with the Palouse region, so it’s fitting that there should be a museum for it, right on the Idaho-Washington state line.

The museum shines a light on a variety of topics, like the history of spotted horses in art and literature, Appaloosas’ various coat patterns, and the importance of Appaloosas to the native Nez Perce people.

Display cases are loaded with interesting objects, from saddles to black and white photography and Native American artifacts. There’s also a hands-on area to keep children engaged, as well as a theater and an...

There is a saying that you get what you pay for however this does not hold true for this association. Not only are you nickel and dimed to death but getting refunds on your registration fees for ‘over paying’ when you find out your horse doesn’t qualify for certain aspects of the breed ( like foundation breeding seals, they will not pre calculate this for you.)does not happen. Communication is non existent. The only blessing is they are at least polite when answering the phone.

We have had Appaloosa horses in the family since 1906; as of this year we will no longer be partaking in this wonderful breed...

The Appaloosa Horse Museum is full of interesting artifacts, both from the horses and the Nee-Me-Poo (Nez Pierce) people. They often raffle off an Appaloosa horse during the summer/have one or two out in the paddock. There are lots of activities during the year that will interest children and adults, as well as crafts, videos and a gift shop. In the past they have had temporary exhibits about Nee-Me-Poo culture and artifacts. During the summer they usually participate in the local "Wheres Waldo?" hunt. There are so many things to do I could go on for hours, but to really experience it all you have to...