See what’s happening with Utah history! Explore the past and get excited about the present through historical stories, highlights, program updates, and more. This digital resource serves as your window into the captivating stories, perspectives, and significant events that have helped shape the Beehive State. With meticulous research and insightful analysis, we aim to contextualize and breathe life into Utah's most cherished narratives, ensuring that the legacies of the past continue to resonate in the present.
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Descriptive Updates Statement
The Utah Historical Society is conducting a review of the descriptions and terminology of our artifact catalog. We are working to update outdated descriptions and headings of works within the collections to...
Last updated: August 5, 2026
Alycia Rowley
Descriptive Updates Statement
The Utah Historical Society is conducting a review of the descriptions and terminology of our archives and special collections catalog. We are working to update outdated descriptions and headings of works...
Last updated: August 5, 2026
Alycia Rowley
Manuscripts Collection
Researchers wishing to cite a collection should include the following information :(title of work), Utah Historical Society. For example : The Allan Kent Powell Research Collection, circa 1850-2012, Utah Historical Society....
Last updated: August 5, 2026
Alycia Rowley
Architectural Drawings Collection
Researchers wishing to cite a collection should include the following information :(title of work), Utah Historical Society. For example : Sullivan-Tallon House, Restoration and Remodel, Utah Historical Society. Rights Statement Unless...
Last updated: August 5, 2026
Alycia Rowley
Audio Visual Collection
Researchers wishing to cite a collection should include the following information :(title of work), Utah Historical Society. For example : The Shiplers Commercial Photographers Collection, 1903-1980, Utah Historical Society. Rights Statement...
Last updated: August 5, 2026
Alycia Rowley

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...
Last updated: August 3, 2026
Victoria Hills

The Past is Personal: Temporary Exhibit Gallery through June 2027
Written by Jami Van Huss, Guest Curator What do you remember? Why do you remember it? How do you remember it? The Museum of Utah’s inaugural temporary exhibition, The Past...
Last updated: July 15, 2026
Victoria Hills

NHD Utah National Contest Honors
College Park MD | 12-18 June 2026 In June, 47 Utah students, along with their teachers and family members, traveled to Washington, D.C., to compete at the National History Day...
Last updated: July 13, 2026
Victoria Hills

Main Stage Performances | Museum of Utah Grand Opening Celebration
Updated 6/23/26 Check out the main stage perfomers who will be at our Community Grand Opening Celebration on June 27, 2026. Join us from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. for...
Last updated: June 23, 2026
Haille VanPatten

Food Truck Lineup | Museum of Utah Grand Opening Celebration
Updated 6/23/26 Check out the local food trucks that will be at our Community Grand Opening Celebration on June 27, 2026. Join us from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. for...
Last updated: June 23, 2026
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Community Partner List | Museum of Utah Grand Opening Celebration
Updated 6/16/26 Check out the community partners and organizations who will be at our Community Grand Opening Celebration on June 27, 2026. Join us from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m....
Last updated: June 16, 2026
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The Museum of Utah is a 2026 Blue Star Museum
Free admission for military personnel and their families from May 16 until September 7 The Museum of Utah is pleased to participate in Blue Star Museums, a program that provides...
Last updated: June 2, 2026
