Bringing History to Life
Welcome to the Utah Historical Society's Library & Collections page, where history comes to life through a diverse array of treasures. Our collection includes literature, architectural records, artifacts, captivating digital exhibits, and more! With the distinctive curation of all these precious items, we unravel Utah's rich and captivating history.
Collections
Digital Collections
Contact Us
We can be reached by email or phone:
[email protected]
(801) 538-3115
Visit Our Engagement Room
The Engagement Room has relocated to the Museum of Utah, located at 450 N State Street, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Please be aware that services and collection access remain limited while the collection move is in progress. Staff are responding to information and photo requests received via email and phone. The Engagement Room is open for in-person research appointments on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Contact our team: [email protected](801) 538-3115
FAQ
Are State archives managed by the Utah Historical Society?
No. Utah government records are accessible through the Utah State Archives, located at 346 S. Rio Grande Street in Salt Lake City, UT.
To contact State Archives for information requests or for in-person research appointments, email [email protected].
Donations
Item donations are note currently accepted.
We are grateful for the generosity and support of our community in helping preserve and share our state's rich history. As of February 1, 2025, the Utah Historical Society will no longer be accepting new donations for our collections as we prepare for the grand opening of the Museum of Utah in 2026. This decision allows us to focus on the care and preservation of materials already in our stewardship and to prepare objects from our collections for exhibitions. Once the Museum of Utah is in operation, we will reopen our process to consider new donations.
Subscribe to our monthly newsletter to stay up to date on this project. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of the Utah Historical Society.
Monetary donations are accepted.
Those making a monetary donation may specify the uses of their donations. Make your donation here:
