Rock Creek Station and Stricker Homesite facts for kids
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Stricker Store and Farm
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| Location | N of Rock Creek, Twin Falls, Idaho |
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| Built | 1865 |
| Architect | James Bascom |
| NRHP reference No. | 79000810 |
| Added to NRHP | August 30, 1979 |
The Rock Creek Station and Stricker Homesite is a cool historical place in Idaho. It's managed by the Idaho State Historical Society. This site includes the Stricker Store and Farm, which became a nationally recognized historic place in 1979. Long ago, two very important roads, the Oregon Trail and the Kelton Road, met right here. Imagine all the travelers who passed through this spot!
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A Busy Stop on the Trail
The Rock Creek Station was once the biggest stage station between Fort Hall and Fort Boise. A stage station was like a rest stop for stagecoaches. Travelers could get food, fresh horses, and a place to sleep.
Building the Station
In 1864, a man named Ben Holladay chose this spot. He wanted it to be a main stop for his Overland Stage Line. This was a huge network of stagecoaches that carried mail and passengers across the country.
The very next year, in 1865, James Bascom built the Rock Creek Store. This store was a central part of the station. It provided supplies for travelers and people living nearby.
The Stricker Family Takes Over
In 1876, Herman Stricker bought the store. He became the owner and manager. He ran the store for many years, helping countless travelers and locals. The store finally closed its doors in 1897.
What You Can See Today
When you visit the Rock Creek Station and Stricker Homesite, you can explore several interesting buildings. You can see the original Rock Creek Store building. You can also visit the Stricker family home. There's even a reconstructed summer house, which was a cooler place to relax during hot weather. An interpretive center helps visitors learn more about the history of this important site.
