New Sweden, Idaho facts for kids

New Sweden is a small, unincorporated community located in Bonneville County, Idaho. It's a rural area, meaning it's mostly countryside, and farming is a big part of life there.

What is New Sweden?

New Sweden is a community in southeastern Idaho. It's not a city or town with its own government. Instead, it's a collection of farms and homes. The area is known for its rich agricultural land.

How did New Sweden get its name?

The community of New Sweden was largely settled by people from Sweden, or Swedish-Americans. These brave settlers started arriving in 1894. They came to this part of Idaho to build new lives and farms.

Farming and Water in New Sweden

The land in New Sweden is great for farming. This is thanks to an important project called the Great Western Land and Irrigation Company. This company helped bring water from the Snake River to the farms. The Snake River flows through Bonneville County, providing the water needed for crops to grow. By the year 1900, most of the good farming land in the New Sweden area had been claimed by settlers.