Assay Office Boise, Idaho, USA

Built by the Federal Government in 1870-71, the Boise Assay Office illustrates the importance of mining in the political, social, economic, and legal development of Idaho and the Far West.

Quick Facts on Assay Office
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National Register of Historic Places Data
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ID
66000305
NRHP Name
Assay Office
Address
210 Main St.
City
Boise
County
Ada
State
Idaho
Category
building
Significance
national
Significant Years
1871; 1872
Significance Areas
COMMERCE; EXPLORATION/SETTLEMENT; POLITICS/GOVERNMENT; ARCHITECTURE
Date Listed
October 15, 1966
Date Listed on NHL
19610530