Wassmuth Center for Human Rights
Home of the Idaho Anne Frank Memorial
About the Wassmuth Center for Human Rights
The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights educates people of all ages to connect, learn, and take informed action to create just and joyful communities where human rights are a lived reality for all.
Our human rights campus brings together two places built for that work.
At the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, words carved in stone invite visitors to reflect on the past and ask what it requires of them now.
In our Philip E. Batt Education Building, reflection becomes conversation. Programs, exhibits, and 28 original works of art bring human rights stories to life and give people of every age a place to connect, learn, and create.
We envision a world where every person is valued, treated with dignity, and equipped to protect and promote human rights. Learners of all ages come to the Wassmuth Center to connect with others, deepen their knowledge and skills, and build a more just and joyful world together.
Visit Us
The Wassmuth Center for Human Rights campus is located in downtown Boise at 777 South 8th Street.
Philip E. Batt Education Building
Join us for our Drop-in Discovery hours every Friday from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. Visitors are invited to wander through our collection of 28 human rights-themed artworks, explore Dimensions in Testimony — our facilitated interactive digital exhibit where Holocaust witnesses share their stories — and engage with our knowledgeable docents, who are on hand to share information and engage in conversation.
For general office and gift shop hours, we are open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed Mondays from 1:00 – 3:00 PM).
Self-guided tours are also available daily on a walk-in basis. Access is limited during scheduled programs and events. Check our Programs Calendar for availability.
The Dimensions in Testimony Exhibit is only offered during our Drop-in Discovery hours on Friday afternoons or by appointment. Please visit the Dimensions in Testimony page for more information.
Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial
The Memorial is open year-round, seven days a week, from dawn to dusk.
For visitors looking to gain a deeper understanding of the Idaho Anne Frank Human Rights Memorial, guided tours offer an enriching experience. Led by our docents, these tours engage visitors in learning about the Memorial’s history, stories, and impact. Tours last approximately 60 minutes and must be requested at least 72 hours in advance.
We look forward to welcoming you.
Be a Part of the Impact
Our partners make our work possible – connecting, educating, and empowering over 12,000 visitors each year. By supporting our mission, you can be a part of our impact.