The Great Salt Lake of Utah - Thomas Moran (1875)
A New Chapter in Utah's History
A moment decades in the making – the Museum of Utah is officially open on the Utah Capitol Complex. As Utah’s first state history museum, the Museum of Utah celebrates our unique history, culture, and art through world-class exhibits and programming. The Museum of Utah is an extension of the Utah Historical Society, fostering curiosity about the past, informing the present, and strengthening our shared future. Housed inside the new Michael O. Leavitt North Capitol Building, the Museum serves as a gateway to the Capitol Complex, engaging visitors as they explore Utah’s past and consider their place in shaping Utah’s future.
Museum of Utah
Utah History Happenings
This blog contextualizes some of Utah's most cherished stories, resources, and events for you.
FULL BLOG
Lois Hideko Niiya: the Force Behind the Japanese Church of Christ
Utah women are everywhere – shaping our communities, our past, and our future. In this “Where Women Made History” series, learn about women from across Utah and the places they influenced. Contributed by Emma Webb…
September 29, 2026
Peoples Online
By Jordan Kiyak When Helen Papanikolas and her team at the Utah Historical Society put together the Peoples of Utah, it was considered groundbreaking. Upon its publication in 1976, it became a foundational text for…
September 16, 2026
Back-to-School Learning Opportunities: Explore Utah History Through Museum Field Trips
Written by Kathryn Peterson, Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement As students return to classrooms across the state, teachers have a new opportunity to bring Utah history beyond the textbook and into an immersive…
August 3, 2026
Explore Our Collections
Explore Utah's legacy, in our collection of rare photographs, documents, and digital exhibits.
LIBRARY & COLLECTIONS
The Places That Shaped Us
Visit significant locations that have shaped our state's culture and heritage.
Markers & Monuments
History is not just a collection of dates and events; it is a living tapestry woven by the choices and actions of individuals who came before us, shaping the world we inhabit today.
An image of our Peoples of Utah Revisited researchers with four original Peoples of Utah contributors.
Additional History Resources
I Love History
ILoveHistory.Utah.Gov is the ultimate resource for teachers and students across Utah! Discover, learn, and get excited about our state's captivating history with resourceful content and interactive learning experiences.
EXPLORE I LOVE HISTORY
History To Go
HistoryToGo.Utah.Gov addresses our history’s broad themes—people, land, culture, politics, religion—as well as more detailed, esoteric information highlighting the unique and varied people, events, and movements in this place we call Utah.
BROWSE HISTORY TO GO
Museum of Utah
Utah’s history is full of tensions and contradictions, resilience and creativity. Find your place at the Museum of Utah—where you can explore engaging galleries and artifacts, and discover the diverse experiences of Utahns over the years.
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