Minidoka Internment National Monument

Address:Hagerman, Idaho
Tel: (208) 837-4793

Commemorate the hardships and sacrifices of Japanese-Americans interned during World War II. After the bombing of Pearl Harbor, when hostility towards Japanese Americans had increased, President Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066. 120,000 Japanese Americans (Nikkei) were forced into ten Relocation Camps. The Minidoka Relocation Center, between Twin Falls and Jerome, Idaho, was one of these centers—13,000 internees were crammed into 600 buildings located on the 33,000 acre site. Also known as the 'Hunt Camp', Minidoka was in operation from August 1942 until October 1945, constituting the single largest forced relocation phenomenon in U.S. history.

Visitors can see the remains of the entry guard station, waiting room, and rock garden at the Minidoka Internment National Monument, though currently there are no services available other then a display of historic and modern pictures, information, literature, and brochures. For more information on Minidoka, visit the Relocation Center display at the Jerome County Museum in Jerome and the "restored" barracks on exhibit at the Idaho Farm and Ranch Museum.

To get to the Minikoka International National Monument, take US 93 (at I-84) north to the Eden exit. Head east on Highway 25 for about 10 miles to the Hunt Road exit. In about 2 miles, you'll see a small parking lot on your right. Enjoy this fascinating bit of US history!