McConnell Mansion Historic House Museum

The McConnell Mansion is an historic home in Moscow, Idaho. It is well-known as the home of Idaho governor William McConnell, who served in that position from 1892-1896. He was also Idaho's first U.S. Senator. After the McConnell family moved out, three additional families lived in the home. The home is now the museum for the Latah County Historical Society and is a place where visitors can learn about Moscow's history. Rooms have been renovated to reflect different historical periods of the home, exhibits are frequently changed, and there are educational activities for children. The mansion was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974.

William McConnell arrived in Moscow from Oregon, where he was a gold miner, rancher, and U.S. Deputy Marshal. After arriving in Moscow, he opened a mercantile business, which became very successful. Unfortunately, he lost all of his money during the Depression of 1893 and although he paid back his debts, he had to sell the home in 1901. The house was lived in by three additional families in the following years. The last owner of the house, Dr. Frederick Church, bequeathed the McConnell Mansion to Latah County as a museum and meeting place. The museum is operated by the Latah County Historical Society.

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