Welcome To Our Capitol

Ida Jones recalls the days when pilots barnstormed and wing-walked, thrilling crowds. Some of the most daring were young women. Ida, our heroine, flies backward in time on a journey of historical discovery. She carries a secret message written in an ancient language. Children who visit the Idaho Capitol can help Ida decode the message as they learn about some remarkable people and places in our amazing state.

Lori Otter
First Lady of Idaho

 
       
 

Idaho Jones Finds Adventure At The Capitol

Idaho “Ida” Jones flies over the 43rd state, looking for adventure. As she approaches the capital city, Boise, she sees the beautiful Capitol, or Statehouse. Ida finds an magic scroll with a secret message. It appears to be some kind of puzzle, but what does it mean? There are twelve clues. Help Ida solve the puzzle and discover its secret on a magical tour of our state.

Learn More About Ida Visits the Capitol

 
       
     
     
 

Copyright 2008 • State of Idaho • ISBN 978-0-9788868-1-3

Proceeds benefit history education through a 501(c)3 Idaho Community Foundation fund.
Produced at Boise State University by Todd Shallat (208-426-3701), Adele Thomsen, and Nancy Tacke. Ida Jones evolved
from a character created by Boise artist Karen Woods. Special thanks to Ross Borden, Kathleen Craven, Nancy Evans, Bob
Kustra, and John Watts.