The Boise Depot is closed and planned restoration work is underway. The Great Hall and bell tower are anticipated to be closed to the public until late August 2027. Reservations will be available starting on September 2, 2027.
The scope of the work includes the installation of scaffolding so stucco repair on the outside of the building and tower can occur. The fire line on the east side of the building will be replaced, along with replacement of the building’s roof with careful maintenance of the clay tiles. Additional ADA and security infrastructure upgrades are also planned inside the building during the temporary closure, along with cleaning and repair of Depot windows and entry doors.
Historic artifacts and displays inside the Depot have been carefully moved, stored and will be preserved during construction. All planned restoration work is being done with historic preservation standards in mind to honor the legacy of this Boise landmark.
Thank you for your understanding as improvements are made with thoughtful planning and care. The Boise Parks and Recreation Department will continue to share updates as they are available.
The Boise Depot is a beautiful historic Spanish-style structure operated by the Boise Parks and Recreation Department as a public ceremonial or meeting space and historic site, and is home to the famous Platt Gardens. Designed by New York architects, the building opened in 1925 to elaborate fanfare in the capital city.
2603 W Eastover Terrace
The Depot and its facilities may be rented 365 days in advance. Reservations are available in 2027 starting on Friday, September 3, 2027.
Ways to Reserve:
Call: (208) 608-7600
Walk In: 1104 Royal Blvd, Boise, ID
Office hours are Monday – Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed all legal holidays.
Sunday & Monday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed all legal holidays.
Great Hall
Depot amenities include the Great Hall, a soaring 77 ft by 46 ft totaling 3,542-square-foot multi-story atrium that once served as the building's waiting room. Ten original benches line the walls of the Great Hall. Maximum Occupancy - 300 standing, 165 seated.
The original 1925 Barkalow Brothers Newsstand is featured on the west wall. The newsstand has been slightly restored but remains in its' original form. This area is great for a buffet or display. The Great Halls' ceiling is lined with Spanish trusses, each imprinted with antique locomotives.