ArchWalks 2026 | June Tour Series: Rose Garden Ramble at Caldwell’s Luby Park

Join historian, Barbara Perry Bauer, for a stroll through the rose garden at
Caldwell's Luby Park. Tucked into a quiet corner of the park this charming
garden has deep roots in Caldwell's history and Depression-era Works Progress
Administration (WPA). Designed by local civic volunteer Jess Gowen and built by
community members, the garden reflects both local pride and New Deal
history. Enjoy the colors and fragrance of the roses while learning the
story behind this small but historic place.

Barbara is a principal and founding member of TAG Historical Research &
Consulting. As a consulting historian, she has worked throughout Idaho on
projects ranging from museum exhibits to nominations for the National Register
of Historic Places. She is the author of South Boise Scrapbook: A Neighborhood
History, Treasure Valley’s Electric Railway, and Legendary Locals of Boise
(with Elizabeth Jacox). Barbara is passionate about history and shares her
interest through lectures, walking tours, and bike tours and enjoys uncovering
the hidden stories of Idaho's historic places.

What to Expect:

Tour Guides and Acknowledgments: Preservation Idaho volunteers, who are experts in their fields, have carefully curated and will lead the ArchWalks tours. Special thanks to Barbara Perry Bauer, Dan Everhart, Jeffery Holley, Emily Fritchman Mahaney, and Doug Stan for their efforts in orchestrating these tours, and to our dedicated volunteers Jessica Alvarado, Lynn Thayer, and Carolyn Wolfe, and Rosemary Zimbelman for their contributions.

Member Benefit Notifications: Members should have received an advanced notification email to purchase season ticket packages. If you did not receive this email, please contact us at kellie@preservationidaho.org.

Pricing:

• Season Ticket Packages: Season ticket packages for all five ArchWalks (each month, from May through September) are available for $50. The promo code for this discount is automatically applied through the provided links during checkout. Credit card processing fees and taxes apply.
• Tour Tickets: Individual tour tickets are available at $10.00 for Preservation Idaho members and $12.00 for non-members. Members looking to use the $2 discount can click LOGIN FOR MEMBER BENEFITS to access and purchase through their online membership account. Credit card processing fees and taxes apply.

Payment Methods: Credit card processing fees apply at checkout for all payments made by credit card. To avoid these fees, you may pay by check by mailing it to Preservation Idaho PO Box 1495, Boise, ID 83701. Please specify which walking tour package or individual tour tickets you are purchasing. Taxes apply at checkout for all tours.

Pre-Tour Communication: Email reminders, including meeting location, parking information, and other tour details will be sent at least 48 hours before each walking tour. Ensure your email address on file is up-to-date.

Tour Conditions: All tours are held outdoors and will proceed regardless of weather. Please dress appropriately.

Ticket Transferability: Tickets are transferable and can be shared with family and friends.

Need to switch tour dates?: Tour date changes are typically subject to availability. Our tours often sell out, but occasionally spots open up when guests cancel. If that happens, we're happy to accommodate date changes whenever possible – just reach out and we'll do our best to help!

Tour Restrictions: Please note that ArchWalks tours do not include entry into private homes.

Duration: Tours typically last around one hour and 15 minutes, though some may extend beyond that.

Phone Purchases: If you prefer to purchase season ticket packages or individual tickets over the phone, please call us at (208) 424-5111. Taxes apply at checkout for all tours.

Assistance Needed?: If you encounter any issues or have questions, please reach out to us at kellie@preservationidaho.org.