Jay Van Hook Potato Cellar

The Jay Van Hook Potato Cellar, built in 1922 in Jerome, Idaho, is a unique historic structure made from local lava rock. This earth-covered potato house measures 122 feet long and features impressive stone end walls. Its design includes large double doors for easy access by wagons and trucks, along with small ventilation windows. The cellar's interior, supported by a pole framework, slopes down to 6 feet below ground level, showcasing innovative agricultural storage methods of the time. Recognized for its historical significance, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1983, making it an intriguing site for tourists and researchers interested in agricultural history and architecture.