Old Kootenai County Jail Museum

Old Kootenai County Jail Museum The Jail is a museum with exhibits that are available to the community. We receive visitors from all The initial jail was built in 1892.

Originally our building consisted of a wooden structure that housed the prisoners. In 1891 four steel cells were ordered from Mason and Curtis of Helena Mt. These cells were ordered in response to a lawsuit brought against the Jail by the city. The lawsuit stated that the jail was insecure and a disgrace to the city due to the condition of the building and a large hole in the floor through which a

person could escape. Once the cells were finished and installed, a brick building was erected around them to increase security. By 1892 the Kootenai County Jail had been completed. The jail now included a total of eight steel cells, the brick enclosure and the building that stands there today.After the County Seat was moved in 1908 the Jail closed. The building has since been used as library, maintenance shop and at one point was the City Hall.The Jail is now a museum available to the community. We receive visitors from all over throughout the summer and do private tours for groups of all sizes.All of this is possible thanks to our volunteers and members!

Haunted Jail Starting NOW! Come by for some Halloween fun!
10/31/2025

Haunted Jail Starting NOW! Come by for some Halloween fun!

Extended by popular demand - HALLOWEEN ADDED!Open THIS FRIDAY from 4 pm - 8 pm. DON'T MISS IT!
10/28/2025

Extended by popular demand - HALLOWEEN ADDED!
Open THIS FRIDAY from 4 pm - 8 pm. DON'T MISS IT!

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! OPEN NOW!Don't miss out on family-friendly fundraising at The Haunted Jail!We are here from 4 pm ...
10/25/2025

TONIGHT IS THE NIGHT! OPEN NOW!
Don't miss out on family-friendly fundraising at The Haunted Jail!
We are here from 4 pm until 8.
Hot dogs and drinks for sale in the annex.
All entry donations and a portion of hot dog sales go to maintaining the Old Kootenai County Jail Museum.
YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!

Can't Make It Next Saturday? OPEN ON HALLOWEEN!!!
10/19/2025

Can't Make It Next Saturday? OPEN ON HALLOWEEN!!!

NEXT SATURDAY!!! Bring the family for a friendly scare through the Haunted Jail, 4-8 pm. Cash donations at the door - ...
10/18/2025

NEXT SATURDAY!!! Bring the family for a friendly scare through the Haunted Jail, 4-8 pm. Cash donations at the door - all donations go to the maintenance of the Old Kootenai County Jail Museum.
Thank you!

ADDITIONAL DATE ADDED: OPEN ON HALLOWEEN!
10/13/2025

ADDITIONAL DATE ADDED: OPEN ON HALLOWEEN!

DON'T BE SCARED - ONLY TWO MORE WEEKS!Family Friendly Haunted Jail, 4-8 pm
10/11/2025

DON'T BE SCARED - ONLY TWO MORE WEEKS!
Family Friendly Haunted Jail, 4-8 pm

!!! COMING SOON !!! Hot Dogs and Drinks for Sale - eat dinner before or after Trunk or Treat.
10/04/2025

!!! COMING SOON !!!
Hot Dogs and Drinks for Sale - eat dinner before or after Trunk or Treat.

PLEASE NOTE DATE! The Haunted Jail will be open Saturday October 25, 4-8 pm.
09/30/2025

PLEASE NOTE DATE! The Haunted Jail will be open Saturday October 25, 4-8 pm.

HAUNTED JAIL ***** ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!!!
09/18/2025

HAUNTED JAIL ***** ONE NIGHT ONLY!!!!!

LAST WEEKEND OF THE SEASON!August 23 - 24 12 pm - 4 pm
08/20/2025

LAST WEEKEND OF THE SEASON!
August 23 - 24 12 pm - 4 pm

06/01/2025

Address

7940 W 2nd Street
Rathdrum, ID
83858

Opening Hours

Saturday 12pm - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

(208) 625-0014

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