Recently, staff at Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve finished installing the 35 pieces in the "Small Batch, Artisanal Magma and Major Events: Volcanic History of Idaho" exhibit. On display at the Robert Limbert Visitor Center until spring 2027, the exhibit features paintings and sketches inspired by events in Idaho’s rich volcanic past, including the Idaho Batholith and the Challis Volcanic Group, the volcanoes of the Snake River Plain, Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve, and other locations throughout the Gem State. The art pieces are grouped based on volcanic processes and products, with informational placards providing guests with information about the associated geologic history.
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