Utah is home to over 200 historical societies, preservation organizations, and heritage groups. From major institutions in Salt Lake City to small-town societies preserving local heritage, these organizations maintain vital connections to Utah's rich past.
Featured Historical Societies
Utah State Historical Society
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Founded: 1897
Official state historical organization operating museum, library, and historic sites
Website: history.utah.gov
Natural History Museum of Utah
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Founded: 1963
Explores Utah's natural and cultural history through extensive collections. Features Native American artifacts, fossil exhibits, mining heritage, and geological history of the Great Basin and Colorado Plateau
Website: nhmu.utah.edu
This Is The Place Heritage Park
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Founded: 1947
Living history museum at the site where Brigham Young declared "This is the place." Features pioneer village with historic buildings, demonstrations, and exhibits on Mormon Trail and Utah settlement
Website: thisistheplace.org
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- Utah State Historical Society - Statewide history organization
- Utah State Historic Preservation Office - State historic preservation programs
- Utah State Archives - State archives in Salt Lake City