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Preston, ID
Preston is a city in Franklin County, Idaho, United States. The population was 5,591 at the 2020 census, up from 5,204 at the 2010 census. The city is the county seat of Franklin County.
Welcome To Preston
On behalf of Preston City and the larger Franklin County community, we invite you to enjoy and experience everything our backyard has to offer. Come join us for That Famous Preston Night Rodeo and parade, the Downtown Trick or Treat, the Festival of Lights, or one of our other hometown events. From the golden plain of Winder to the verdant mountains overlooking Franklin, the Greater Preston Area truly has something for everyone. Whether it be a journey through our rich history, or fishing your way through one of our many waterways, we know you will enjoy your time with us. Preston boasts a rich tapestry of offerings that cater to every taste. From engaging hometown events and invigorating outdoor activities to a vibrant local sports scene and captivating historical sites, including the iconic locales featured in the beloved film "Napoleon Dynamite," our city ensures there's something for everyone. With myriad options for entertainment and recreation awaiting discovery, allow us to kickstart your journey.
The Bear River Massacre occurred in 1863 at a point a few miles northwest of Preston. The Bear River Massacre Site is a National Historic Landmark. In 1866, Latter-day Saint pioneers arrived in the northern end of the Cache Valley, stretching across southeastern Idaho and northeastern Utah. They founded a community in that location and named it Worm Creek, but in 1881 changed it to Preston because leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) in Salt Lake City objected to the name "Worm Creek" being part of any church congregation's name. It was not until the 1880s while William C. Parkinson was serving as the bishop of the Preston LDS Ward that a regular townsite was laid out.
Much of the 2004 film Napoleon Dynamite was shot in the city of Preston, including at Preston High School, located several blocks from U.S. Highway 91. Several area landmarks can be seen throughout the film. Preston is the home of the film's creators, Jared and Jerusha Hess; Jared attended high school in Preston.
