The Benedicte Wrensted photo collection at the Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Museum includes photographs from 1895 to 1912. Together with exhibits on traditional clothing and crafts, it provides a specific focus for visitors interested in culture and history. Indian Relay races and Treaty Day activities add a sporting tradition and a historical commemoration to this perspective.

The Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Museum

The museum is located off I-15 at Exit 80, on Simplot Road on the Fort Hall Indian Reservation. The exit and road name provide two specific landmarks for finding your way; check road conditions before you travel. Exhibits may change, so ask about the current displays before your visit. When deciding what to see, it is also helpful to distinguish between the dated photo collection and the topics of clothing and crafts.

Festivals and Treaty Day

The Fort Hall Festival has been held annually since 1964. If you would like to plan your trip around this festival, check the upcoming event dates and the program for each year.

The 2026 Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival was announced as a four-day event featuring culture, competition, entertainment, and community. A Traditional Salmon and Buffalo Feast was also announced for the same edition. The 2026 program therefore brings together cultural, community, and culinary elements. For future trips, check the dates and program details for the relevant year.

The Treaty Day Celebration commemorates the historic Fort Bridger Treaty of 1868. The Treaty Day Fireworks Celebration is held annually in Fort Hall at the Fort Hall Rodeo Grounds. Treaty Day activities include Indian Relay Horse Races at the Fort Hall Rodeo Grounds. For future visits, check the dates and program details for the relevant year.

Indian Relay and Historical Perspectives

Indian Relay races are a Shoshone and Bannock tradition that originated on the Fort Hall Indian Reservation. An Indian Relay team consists of three horses and four team members: a rider, a catcher known as a “mugger,” and two holders. Indian Relay Horse Races are among the activities held at the Fort Hall Rodeo Grounds on Treaty Day. Indian Relay can therefore be experienced both as part of an event and as a Shoshone and Bannock tradition.

The Fort Hall archaeological site preserves underground archaeological remains of a fur trading post established in 1834. It is designated a National Historic Landmark. Its historical timeframe differs from that of the photo collection, which includes photographs from 1895 to 1912. The museum also covers traditional clothing and crafts. Together, the archaeological evidence and museum topics offer different historical perspectives: the remains of a fur trading post on the one hand, and a photo collection and other exhibit topics on the other.

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