View Exhibits at the Minidoka Visitor Center

Exhibits at the visitor center tell the story of Minidoka.

Much of the Minidoka Visitor Center, located within a historic warehouse, is dedicated to museum exhibits. Displays and historic objects help to tell the story of the Japanese Americans incarcerated here during WWII. Topics include Japanese immigration to the United States, the forced removal and incarceration of Japanese Americans, life in camp, and healing after the war. Visitors can also view historic records to find information about Minidoka incarcerees. 

The Minidoka Visitor Center is open for limited hours during the summer season. Check the park website for current information.

Admission to the museum is free. Allow about 30 minutes to one hour to view exhibits.

Details

Activity

Museum Exhibits

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are not allowed inside buildings or on trails. Service animals may go anywhere visitors are allowed.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Reservations

No

Accessibility Information

The Minidoka Visitor Center has features for visitors with mobility disabilities. The main route from the parking area to the visitor center entrance is wheelchair-friendly, and the main doors feature a push-button opener. The interior of the visitor center is on a single floor level, with no stairs or ramps, and there is ample room to move around museum displays.

Most exhibits do not include audio components. No audio description of the exhibit displays are available at this time.