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Pocatello, Idaho

Located in Bannock County, Idaho, Pocatello was established in 1889. Named for Shoshone chief Pocatello. Idaho State University is the main institution.
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Founded 1889 | Population 58,000 | Peak 58,000 (2024) | County Bannock County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Pocatello, Idaho

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1889 Railroad Town: Named for Shoshone chief.
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1890 Higher Education: Educational institutions helped define Pocatello's character and economy.
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1901 ISU: Idaho State University.
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2010 Modern Era: Pocatello continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Complete Historical Timeline

1889 Transport
Railroad Town
1890 Culture
Higher Education
1901 Culture
ISU
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Named for Shoshone chief Pocatello.
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Idaho State University is the main institution.
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Major railroad junction in southeast Idaho.
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Pocatello is located in Bannock County, Idaho.
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Pocatello was founded in 1889.

Famous People from Pocatello, Idaho

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Kayla Barron
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Gloria Dickson
Actor, Film Actor · Born Aug 13, 1917 · Died Apr 10, 1945 (age 27)
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Colin Joyce
Sport Cyclist · Born Aug 6, 1994 · Age 31
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Billie Bird
Comedian, Television Actor · Born Feb 28, 1908 · Died Nov 27, 2002 (age 94)
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Edward Stevenson
Costume Designer · Born May 13, 1906 · Died Dec 2, 1968 (age 62)

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