Updated: 12/9/25 The Utah Historical Society, a division of the Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement, is pleased to announce the recipients of its …
Help Us Update Utah’s Markers and Monuments Database
The Utah Historical Society takes seriously its legislative mandate under Utah Code 9-8-203(3) to maintain a record of the state’s monuments and markers. We manage …
Driving History Forward: Utah Historical Society Acquires The Mormon Meteor III For State Collection
Press advisorySept. 3, 2025 The Utah Historical Society announces its largest artifact for display in the Museum of Utah — the iconic Mormon Meteor III …
Amplifying Utah’s Literary Voices: A Legacy of Creativity and Community
By Camille Critchfield, Utah Historical Society Oral History and Women’s History Ambassador Utah’s literary history is rich with the voices of women who have shaped …
Welcome To The Utah Pin Quest – History That Sticks With You
Updated 12/3/25: We recommend visiting each location’s channels, or calling ahead, before your visit. Follow @Uthistoricalsociety on Facebook and Instagram to stay in-the-know about all …
National History Day Contest | 2025 Recap
On June 6-13, 2025, 63 students represented Utah at the 2025 National History Day contest, competing alongside 3,000 students from 58 state and international affiliate …
Guest Blog | Canyon Connections: Linking History, Horticulture, and Community
Written by: Lynsey Nielson, interpretation and exhibits manager, Red Butte Garden and Arboretum Nestled at the mouth of the canyon that shares our name, Red …
National History Day in Utah 2025 State Contest Results and Recap
On April 24-25, 2025, the Utah Historical Society was honored to host 457 students in grades 4-12 at the 44th annual National History Day in …
Guest Blog: Exploring the Japanese American stories in Brigham City Museum
Written by Wendy Ogata Utah’s hardscrabble Mormon pioneer history is a well-documented story. A new exhibit at the Brigham City Museum of Art & History …
Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation Announces Generous Gift to the Museum of Utah
A joint press release between the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation and The Utah Historical Society Salt Lake City, UT (Mar. 19, 2025) …
The Utah Historical Society Recognizes Women’s History Month in March
As Women’s History Month approaches, it’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women in Utah and beyond who have made an …
Peoples of Utah Revisited Researcher Highlight | Mary Langworthy
Interview conducted by Jordan Kiyak, research outreach coordinator for the Utah Historical Society We are thrilled to start introducing various researchers who have spent the …
