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Bountiful Museum & Learning Center
Bountiful, Utah

History, Historic House, Historical Society

Bountiful is the second settlement in Utah, and we have a rich heritage and many places to visit and learn about. We have just recently moved into our new facilities, the James and Alice Smedley Manor at 305 North Main, Bountiful, Utah. This beautiful home was built in 1893 and has been well preserved and fits the needs of our historical museum perfectly.

Daughters of Utah Pioneers
Salina, Utah

History, Historic House, Historical Society

Collection housed in historical LDS tithing office.

Mt. Nebo Pioneer Memorial Relic Home
Mona, Utah

Historic House

Log cabin and relic home. The log cabin was the boyhood home of Oscar W. McConkie and was built by his father. (Cabin is being remodeled and will be open for viewing in spring of 1996).

North Ogden Historical Museum
North Ogden, Utah

Culture, History, Historic House

Historical artifacts-home life, fruit industry, farming, social activities, clothing, schoolroom, medical, mining. Family histories, stories, & photos. HO scale train diorama of old North Ogden with old buildings & houses.

Pioneer Craft House
Salt Lake City, Utah

Art, Children's, Historic House, Library, Specialized

The Pioneer Craft House, named for a project commemorating the 1847 settlement of Salt Lake City, celebrated its 60th year at the old Scott School property at 500 E 3300 S. During that time, Craft House has been the home of a valuable international puppet collection, well-used weaving and pottery studios, silversmith and lapidary workshops, an art library, and a peaceful cultural haven for artists and craftspeople. Classes in both heritage and contemporary methods and materials gave students the opportunity to develop interests in fields as varied as tatting, woodcarving, sculpture, flute-making, and even microwave cooking and macrame!

Springville - Mapleton Pioneer Museum
Springville, Utah

Culture, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library

Museum of artifacts, photographs and histories of early Springville, Utah pioneers who lived there from 1850-1900.

The Beehive House
Salt Lake City, Utah

History, Historic House

Home of Brigham Young with pioneer furnishings.

Weber County Daughters of Utah Pioneers
Ogden, Utah

History, Historic House, Library

The mission of the Weber County Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum is to preserve and maintain the Weber County Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum building and the Miles Goodyear Cabin, and to remember the lives and achievements of Utah pioneers, especially those who founded our Weber County communities, by collecting and preserving artifacts, photographs, and histories, and by sharing their stories through exhibits, publications, and programs, thus increasing understanding and appreciation for the pioneer heritage of Weber County (2012)

Brigham Young Winter Home
Saint George, Utah

Historic House

Victorian and early pioneer style furnishings - some are original. Floors, woodwork, walls and doors have been restored; daily tours by LDS missionary couples as part of St. George Temple Visitors' Center and Historic Sites Mission. An occasional visit

Fort Buenaventura Park
Ogden, Utah

General, History, Historic House, Park

Located on an 84-acre river tract of land near the Weber River, the fort symbolizes a period of western history that was the transition from nomadic ways of the Indian tribes and trappers to the first permanent settlers in the Great Basin. Facilities at the fort include picnic areas, a canoeing pond, the replica fort including three cabins and restrooms.

Mt. Pleasant Pioneer Museum and Relic Home
Mount Pleasant, Utah

History, Historic House, Historical Society

We are an historical home. The Relic Home is one of the first homes built outside Mt. Pleasant's fort. William S. Seely built this home. He was the first L.D.S. bishop and also the first mayor of Mt. Pleasant. We have large photo portraits of the original pioneers as well as photos of original events, pioneers, homes and historical sites. We also have collected numerous histories and genealogies of the original pioneers as well as descendants who followed them.

Parowan Old Rock Church Museum
Parowan, Utah

Archaeology, Church, History, Historic House, Historical Society, Library, Park

Parowan's historic "Crown Jewel", the rock church stands in the center of town square. Construction of the Rock Church began in 1863 and the work was completed in 1867. The Rock Church balcony was designed after the Salt Lake City Tabernacle. Over the years, the rock church has been used as a place of worship, town council hall, school building, social hall, and a tourist camp. The Rock Church was restored in the 1940's. Location: Town square between Center and 100 South on Main Street.

Silver Reef Museum
Leeds, Utah

Culture, History, Historic House

The Silver Reef Museum is a small museum in a silver and copper mining ghost town that was active from 1876-1890. The museum is housed in the old Wells, Fargo & Co. Express building and has an interpretive trail map of the surrounding ruins available at all times even when the museum is closed.

Territorial Statehouse State Park
Fillmore, Utah

Culture, History, Historic House, Library, Park

Today the Statehouse reveals Utah pioneer culture and history, through artifacts, histories, photographs, and educational programs. Two pioneer log cabins and the 1867 Rock School House are also located on the grounds, as well as shady picnic areas.

This Is The Place Heritage Park
Salt Lake City, Utah

Children's, Church, Culture, General, History, Historic House, Park, Specialized

This Is The Place Heritage Park is home to Old Deseret Village, a living history museum where you can discover what life was like in mid-1800s Utah. It's a living community that has been painstakingly recreated to represent Utah's past. All of its historic buildings are carefully restored or recreated homes, stores, churches and other structures essential to a bustling pioneer community.

Wheeler Historic Farm
Salt Lake City, Utah

History, Historic House, Park

Historic House Tours, Farm Chores, Tractor Drawn Wagon Rides, Birthday Parties, Summer Day Camp, Country Store. See website for seasonal activities.

MUSEUM CONFERENCES

West Virginia Association of Museums 2024 Conference

June 6 - 8, 2024

Shepherdstown, West Virginia

West Virginia Association of Museums 2024 Conference

Thursday, June 6 - Saturday, June 8, 2024

Shepherd University

Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Hosted by: West Virginia Association of Museums

Our 2024 WVAM Conference will be held at Shepherd Universit

in Shepherdstown, WV on June 6-8, 2024

WVAM conference is a program of papers, presentations, workshops, and poster sessions addressing our theme of “America at 250: West Virginia Plans for the Semiquincentennial.”

Ohio Museums Association 2024 Conference with AMM

July 24 - August 3, 2024

Columbus, Ohio

Ohio Museums Association 2024 Conference with AMM

Wednesday, July 24 - Saturday, August 3, 2024

Hilton Columbus at Easton

Columbus, Ohio

Hosted by: Ohio Museums Association

We’ll kick off the event with a virtual day on Wednesday, July 24, hosted in collaboration with the Association of Midwest Museums (AMM). Then, we’ll gather in-person at the Hilton Columbus at Easton from July 31-August 3 for sessions, networking, and museum exploration. See the conference listing for Association of Midwest Museums for more deetails.

South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

September 16 - 18, 2024

Laurens, South Carolina

South Carolina Federation of Museums 2024 Conference

Monday, September 16 - Wednesday, September 18, 2024

Laurens County Museum

Laurens, South Carolina

Hosted by: South Carolina Federation of Museums

The SCFM Annual Conference is a time where we can celebrate the impact that museums have made on the state of South Carolina. It’s a time where we can share our successes, learn from our challenges, and grow as museum professionals.

We look forward to this year's conference September 16-18, 2024 in Laurens, SC. This year's theme is Fostering Community: There is No Museum Without "Us."

For more information, please call !!! or email scfm@scmuseums.org ;.

Museums Alaska: 2024 Conference

September 25 - 28, 2024

Fairbanks, Alaska

Museums Alaska: 2024 Conference

Wednesday, September 25 - Saturday, September 28, 2024

Wedgewood Resort

Fairbanks, Alaska

Hosted by: Museums Alaska

Theme: Building Communit

Forge connections with peers, share successes, and tackle challenges together. This biennial event leaves museum professionals feeling inspired

Gain insights, strategies, and practical wisdom for elevating your museum or cultural center's influence

Participate in hands-on workshops designed to turn inspiration into actionable strategies. Leave with the tools you need to grow, learn, and make a difference.

Florida Association of Museums 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition

October 13 - 16, 2024

Daytona Beach, Florida

Florida Association of Museums 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition

Sunday, October 13 - Wednesday, October 16, 2024

Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach, Florida

Hosted by: Florida Association of Museums

FAM 2024 Annual Conference & Exposition will be held

October 13 – 16 in Daytona Beach!!

Please hold these dates. Watch our FAM website for more conference details.

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