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Box Elder Museum
Brigham City, Utah

Archaeology, Natural History, Science

The Box Elder Museum is a new natural history museum in Brigham City, Utah. It opened in the King Building in 2009, and moved to a larger space in the Hervin Bunderson Center in 2010. Current displays incude a variety of fossils and minerals -- from Box Elder County, throughout Utah, and the world.

George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park
Ogden, Utah

Natural History

Museum contains 98 prehistoric creatures in a realistic environment, including water moat, volcano, and special above and below ground exhibits. Educational programs include lectures, art work, puppet shows, dinosaur jeopardy, bone exploration, video and

Monte L. Bean Life Science Museum
Provo, Utah

Natural History

Systematic research collections in all areas of life science; educational exhibits depicting various habitats and biomes, education programs for the public both in-house and outreach; museum works with schools, scouts, and family groups; education activit

Museum of the San Rafael
Castle Dale, Utah

History, Natural History

Features a "Paleontology Room" with life-size dinosaurs which rotate on a central platform; all dinosaurs have been discovered in Emery County; exhibits also consist of Indian culture of the San Rafael; featured are the famous "Sitterud Bundle" with many

Prehistoric Museum
Price, Utah

Archaeology, Natural History, Science

The USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum is an accredited museum exhibit facility with full-skeletal mounts of dinosaurs and Ice Age creatures, as well as baskets, pottery and clay figurines, a rotating exhibit gallery, classroom and children's exploration area. This institution is state and federal repository complete with Observation Labs where the public can view the curation and preparation processes and speak to the preparators in a one on one setting. Cell phone tours are also offered to enhance the educational nature of the exhibits.

The Paunsagaunt Wildlife Museum
Panguitch, Utah

Natural History

An exciting collection of the animals, Indian artifacts, and desert habitat of the West.

Ute Tribal Museum
Fort Duchesne, Utah

Natural History

Located on site related to the era of U.S. Cavalry and Old Fort Duchesne; 160-vol. library of books and research papers on indian and early Western American history; reading room; lectures; Indian-produced artwork in various media; old books from nearby m

Earth Science Museum
Provo, Utah

Natural History

250-volume library of books and 4,500 papers on vertebrate paleontology; educational facilities; fossil books and gift items for sale; docent program; films; education programs of undergraduate/graduate students; guided tours; lectures; school loan servic

Hutchings Museum Institute
Lehi, Utah

Archaeology, Culture, General, History, Military, Natural History

The Hutchings Museum Institute inspires curiosity through exploration, conservation, and education. Exhibits include live animals, rocks and minerals, fossils, Native American artifacts, wild west and pioneer history, and the Lehi Veterans Memorial.

Monticello Museum
Monticello, Utah

Natural History

Rummage sales and quilt raffles to raise money.

Natural History Museum of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah

Anthropology, Archaeology, Children's, General, Natural History, Science, University

The Natural History Museum of Utah is pleased to be open in our new home, the Rio Tinto Center, to serve as the state's new natural history museum building. Located in the foothills above Salt Lake City, the building is an accomplishment of the community and will serve to further the Museum's mission; to illuminate the natural world and humans place within it.

The Dinosaur Museum
Blanding, Utah

Natural History

Exhibits of fossil bones, footprints and skin of dinosaurs. Exhibits also depict those animals which lived before dinosaurs and a tree standing upright for the first time in 275 million years. The museum also includes a "History Hall of Hollywood Dinosa

Utah Field House of Natural History State Park
Vernal, Utah

Natural History

Thirteen life-size dinosaur replicas line the paths of the dinosaur garden. The Field House has a large assortment of specimens in anthropology, natural history, geology and paleontology. The museum also features relics of prehistoric and recent Indian

Willow Park Zoo
Logan, Utah

Children's, Natural History, Nature Centers, Park, Science, Specialized, Zoo

Willow Park Zoo is home to over 100 species of birds, 12 species of mammals, and various fish and turtles. You may encounter a bald eagle on an open perch, the yap of a coyote in the afternoon, or the bugle of a bull elk on a crisp fall morning. Large rainbow trout may be seen rising to greet their breakfast or you may choose to just relax and enjoy the grass, trees, and nature. Also, over 80 species of wild birds visit the zoo, some of which nest here.

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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