Gold Panning for All Ages

Hands-on gold panning experience with geology hikes and museum activities at the Old Pen.

Join us in panning for gold! The Idaho Museum of Mining and Geology(IMMG)will set up this event in the courtyard of the Women’s Prison at the Old Pen in east Boise. This Panning experience is provided by the Treasure Valley Gold Prospectors. Non-members of the IMMG $10 Adults, $5 Kids, FREE for IMMG members and their kids. Everyone must register even if you do not pan for gold. Every registered person takes home a speck of gold! Every child gets a free mineral inside the Museum. 30-minute geology hikes on nearby hillside, plus Updog hotdogs on sale. Pre-registration is required. Please contact operations@idahomuseum.org if you have questions.