Things to do in Utah, United States: The Best History Museums

October 28, 2021 Flossie Demartino

Welcome to “The Greatest Snow on Earth” – Utah’s paradise for all outdoor enthusiasts! As host of the 2002 Winter Olympics, Park City knows how to entertain winter fun seekers. Snowboarders and skiers head for miles of spectacular slopes with deep fluffy powder and breathtaking mountain views. The Olympic Park provides family-friendly ski programs, rides and shows. Alta, Sundance, Snowbird and Brighton are other popular destinations for cross country and Alpine skiers. Those alluring snowy slopes turn to rolling wildflower fields in the summer. Golfing, fishing, horseback riding and water sports replace chilly outdoor sports adventures. Corral the family, pack a picnic and catch one of the ski lifts for an afternoon of hiking or mountain biking along scenic trails. Head to Salt Lake City, where Temple Square hosts millions of visitors a year. Bryce Canyon and Arches National Park are famous for surreal landscapes from horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters to unusual rock formations and hundreds of natural sandstone arches. Closer to home, wander along the quaint main streets of mountain villages to browse, shop and enjoy lunch at an outdoor café. At the end of the day, head home for an outdoor barbecue and an evening of games. Home rentals blend privacy, space and comfort with the cost-saving advantage of eating some meals at home.
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1. Tooele Pioneer Museum

47 E Vine St, Tooele, UT 84074-2133 +1 435-882-3168 [email protected] http://www.tooelepioneermuseum.com
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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Pioneer artifacts, histories, pictures

2. Topaz Museum

55 W Main St, Delta, UT 84624-9441 +1 435-864-2514 http://www.topazmuseum.org/
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Topaz Museum

Reviewed By fish2hoops - Oakland, United States

The Topaz Museum is a modern, restrained design with beautifully proportioned elements. The exhibits detail the incarceration of Japanese-Americans during WWII.If you are interested in architecture, exhibition design, history or current events its worth a visit.

3. Kanab Heritage House Museum

115 S Main St, Kanab, UT 84741-3421 +1 435-644-3506 [email protected] http://kanabheritagehouse.com
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Kanab Heritage House Museum

The Kanab Heritage House Museum, also called the Jewel of Kanab, preserves and brings to life the rich customs and traditions of southern Utah. Built in1894, the Heritage House is a Victorian era home constructed In the Queen Anne style. Upon its completion, original owner Henry Bowman proclaimed he had built the “first modern home in Kane County”. The Kanab Heritage House Museum is a timeless work of art that now showcases the rich history of Kanab and its people. The museum interior is complete with many period and original furnishings. Tours last approximately 30-45 minutes and will immerse you in the cultural history and heritage of Southern Utah. Please check our website for current hours and closings.

Reviewed By Californiastaner - San Miguel, United States

Made the reservation online and it worked perfectly. You can use your phone to scan barcodes for exterior and interior rooms (the upstairs is closed). They are clearly being careful due to COVID-19, which we appreciated. The volunteer who let us in was friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. It is such an interesting bit of history with photos and period furnishings. Highly recommended!

4. Art Museum

70 W 100 S Ram Boulevard, Monroe, UT 84754-3218 +1 435-201-9866
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Art Museum

5. Park City Museum

528 Main St, Park City, UT 84060-5153 +1 435-649-7457 [email protected] http://www.parkcityhistory.org/
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Park City Museum

Discover Park City's history at the Park City Museum on Historic Main Street. Prospectors discovered silver in 1868 in the area that soon after became Park City. Mine owners made fortunes, while thousands of miners simply made a living. After silver prices declined, Park City reinvented itself as a ski resort town. Interactive displays tell the Park City story in an engaging manner. Fun for the whole family! Open 7 days a week (Mon-Sat 10-7, Sun 12-6).

Reviewed By Gail0922 - Chico, United States

Great museum that is much larger than it appears from the street. Interactive displays and videos about mining, skiing, their great fire, the Sundance Film festival, and more.

6. Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum

160 N Main St, Logan, UT 84321-4566 +1 435-752-5139 http://www.dupinternational.org/
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Daughters of the Utah Pioneers Museum

7. Fremont Indian State Park and Museum

3820 W Clear Creek Canyon Rd, Sevier, UT 84766-6058 +1 435-527-4631 http://stateparks.utah.gov/parks/fremont
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Fremont Indian State Park and Museum

This park features a museum, visitors center, and Many self-guided trail past many petroglyphs which record the history of this ancient culture. Two Campgrounds with over 38 individual sites are available for RV and Tent camping. Visit our website for more information.

Reviewed By H7311PVkates

A lot of beautiful hikes (and most are short)! And a lot of cool pictographs and petroglyphs, too! Only drawback is that part of the Centennial Trail is on the side of the road, but not that bad.

8. American West Heritage Center

4025 S Highway 89, Wellsville, UT 84339-9582 +1 435-245-6050 [email protected] http://www.awhc.org
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American West Heritage Center

A museum of folk life and living history from 1820 - 1920, the American West Heritage Center specialized in hands-on, interactive fun for all ages: youth – seniors. Through Daily Adventures in the summer and special events throughout the year, it is Logan Utah’s most populated attraction--a blending of arts, history, heritage, and old-fashioned fun. It boasts very friendly staff, pony rides, train rides, and a petting zoo, as well as many other attractions.

9. Hutchings Museum

55 N Center St, Lehi, UT 84043-1826 +1 801-768-7361 [email protected] http://johnhutchingsmuseum.org/
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Hutchings Museum

The Hutchings Museum is a Natural History museum with rocks, minerals, fossils, and live animals, as well as a Peoples and Culture Museum. We provide classes and resources for educators.

Reviewed By CulinaryFamily - Lehi, United States

its Great for kids and has a sand water pit with a spot mural its fun and will entertain kids for hours

10. Wasatch Academy Museum

67 W Main St, Mount Pleasant, UT 84647-1327 +1 435-462-0415 http://wasatchacademy.org/about-us/liberal-hall-museum/
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Wasatch Academy Museum

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