Bar Gernika

Historical marker location:

202 South Capitol Boulevard, Boise, Idaho

( Marker is at the intersection of South Capitol Boulevard and Grove Street, on the right when traveling north on South Capitol Boulevard.)

Basque Pub & Eatery. 202 S. Capitol Blvd.

Idaho's name is derived from the Native American word "Ee-da-ho" which means "Gem of the Mountains." This name was suggested by a local lobbyist named George M. Willing, and it was officially adopted as the state's name in 1863.