The purpose of the society is to investigate and reserve for future generations any kind of historical records, documents, sites building, articles, oral histories and artifacts pertaining to Owyhee County, to provide a library and museum complex, to promote interests in and a concern for Owyhee County history.




Museum Hours: Tue - Sat 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Library and Research Center by appointment only

17085 Basey St
PO Box 67
Murphy, ID 83650

(208) 495-2319
(208) 495-9824 Fax

Send us an E-mail

Volunteer Opportunities
There are many exciting opportunities at the Museum for those who would like to participate in preserving Owyhee County's unique History.

    • Historical Research
    • Artifact Registration
    • Exhibit Design and Construction
    • Administration
    • Special Events
    • Fund-raising
    • Education
    • Library & Archival Cataloging
    • Develop Programs
    • Publications
    • Historical Preservation
    • Serving on Committees
    • OCHS Genealogical Project

For more information please contact Dr. Thom Couch or Vivian Good at the numbers above.