The Idaho Potato Museum & Potato Station Cafe is all about the humble potato, focusing on its history, the growing and harvesting process, nutrition, and other interesting facts. Located in the old Oregon Short Line Railroad Depot, a historic building and former train depot dating back to 1912 in downtown Blackfoot, the museum features a range of informative exhibits and displays on Idaho’s Famous Potatoes®. Exhibits explore the history of the humble root vegetable and the revolution of the potato industry from the growth of the original potato planted in Idaho, to the largest potato crisp made by the Pringle’s Company in Jackson, Tennessee. The charming Potato Station Café serves a variety of potato-based fare in a comfy atmosphere.

130 NW Main St, Blackfoot, ID 83221, Phone: 208-785-2517

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