Idaho State Treasurer Julie Ellsworth has found a unique way to bring history to life, transforming potatoes into famous historical figures. Ellsworth has spent hours creating "Revolutionary Spuds," a project that began in April when she needed a Paul Revere for an event. Spuddy Buddy, a trademark mascot from the Idaho Potato Commission, has been a fun helper in her office. The potato mascot has been used as a helper to give tours of the second level of the Capitol Building. When she was trying to find a Paul Revere, he came to her mind. She said, "I thought, well let's think outside the box. Let's take my Spuddy Buddy and dress him up as Paul Revere." The creation, dubbed "Spud Revere," was a hit. "People were lining up to take pictures with him," Ellsworth said.

This success inspired Ellsworth to expand the project as part of her role on a committee planning the America 250th celebration. "The legislature has put me on a committee to help plan the America 250th celebration. And as part of that, Revolutionary characters need to be introduced and what better way to make potatoes into revolutionary characters?" she said.

Currently, there are eight "Revolutionary Spuds," including Alexander Hamiltater, Spudjamon Franklin, and Abby Tot Adams. More taters are set to debut on the Fourth of July, with the goal of engaging the public in next year's celebration.

"I cannot express how strongly I feel about this event, how it's something worth celebrating. My request is that everybody in Idaho feels like they've been invited to be a part of it, not just to watch it. You're a part of it, and that's what the ambassador program is doing," Ellsworth said.

Those interested in meeting the "Revolutionary Spuds" and learning about becoming an ambassador can visit the Capitol on the Fourth of July, where the spuds will be on display before marching in the parade.