Wallace, Idaho
 In 1860, the building of the Mullan Road
brought rumors of gold in the area. Twenty years later, Andrew J.
Prichard discovered gold near the North Fork of the Coeur
d'Alene River. In 1884, silver was discovered in the Coeur
d'Alene Mountains. By 1890, Wallace became the hub of one of
the richest mining districts in the world. Early days were
rough and tumble and names such as Wyatt Earp, Calamity Jane
and Mollie b'Damm were present near the county seat located
at Murray. The entire city of Wallace is listed on the
national historic register.
 Historic Wallace is located about 20
miles west of the Montana state line on I-90. In addition to
the entire downtown being listed on the National Historic
Registry, it has drawn national attention from the movie
industry with the filming of "Dante's Peak," and out door
enthusiasts with the "Silver Country" 1000 mile trail
system.
Melodrama Tells it All
 Housed in the oldest wood frame structure
in Wallace and the site of Frank Kelly's paint and wallpaper
store as well as the former Lux Bordello, the Sixth Street
Melodrama offers cultural plays and family entertainment
throughout the year. The summer performances consist of
actual stories and histories of the region.
Wallace Information
Wallace Chamber of Commerce
10 River St, Wallace, ID 83873
(208)753-7151
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