Museum of North Idaho
Coeur d'Alene, ID
From collectors
You do not have to pay admission to access the machine. The machine is kept unplugged because the mechanism does not shut off after pressing. Make sure an attendant is present and they will plug the machine in and unplug it after your use.
Hours of operation: April 1st through October 31st Tuesday through Saturday 11:00 to 5:00. The Library and office are open by appointment year round but there is no access to the penny machine.
Admission price: Adults $6, Seniors $5, children $2, and military discount. Plenty of parking for a fee is available.
Ask for the 1 hour free parking voucher from the Museum attendant.
The penny machine is inside to the right of the entrance. Design is:
1. (V) A saluting soldier under the gate of old Fort Coeur d'Alene (currently Fort Sherman) with 'Historic Coeur d'Alene'.
G.P.S. coordinates: Latitude: N47° 40' 28.527" Longitude: W116° 47' 13.8768"
Update 9/7/25: The machine is fixed and open to the public! Sincerely, the clerk mentioned above.
How do the rolled designs look??? Long, short, off-center, full rolls, other???
Machines and designs
| Machine | Designs | Coin type |
|---|---|---|
| Inside, in the back of the lobby, towards the restrooms | 1 | Penny |
1 photo from collectors
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