Fort Lapwai, Idaho
In 1863, U.S. Army troops were assigned to the Lapwai Valley in response to the gold rush. The fort they built was in use from 1863-1885. It was here that General Howard met with the leaders of “non-treaty” Nez Perce bands on May 3-15, 1877, as they made one last attempt to remain on their land.
This building is one of the few surviving structures from Fort Lapwai. It is owned by the Nez Perce Tribe and interpreted by the Nez Perce National Historical Park.
