Utah Historical Society

Utah Historical Society Fostering curiosity about Utah's past, informing the present, and strengthening our shared future. The Utah Historical Society is a state agency.

The Museum of Utah is an extension of the Utah Historical Society. We're part of the Utah Department of Cultural & Community Engagement.

08/12/2026

Nominations are OPEN for the Utah Historical Society's Annual Awards, and the recent recipients are a reminder of how many ways there are to move Utah history forward.

Just look at who took home honors this year. Dave Brewer earned an Outstanding Achievement Award for stewarding the historic Ladies' Literary Clubhouse, reactivated as Clubhouse on South Temple in a model of adaptive reuse (a place close to our hearts). The Al Mustafa Foundation of Utah was recognized for its exhibition documenting 100+ years of Utah's Muslim community. Brigham City Museum of Art & History was honored for its Japanese American Pioneers project. The Buffalo Soldier Heritage Trail, a collaboration with Sema Hadithi African American Heritage and Culture Foundation, Utah State Historic Preservation Office, and the Cultural Site Stewardship Program, brought African American military history to sites across the state. And the Hill Aerospace Museum was celebrated for a transformed, community-focused visitor experience.

Know an individual, group, or project doing this kind of work? Nominate them. Projects just need to have been completed in the past two years.

Deadlines are coming up fast:

* Outstanding Achievement Award: August 31, 2026
* General Utah History Article Award: September 2, 2026

Nominate: https://history.utah.gov/awards/

In 1916, Princess Alice came to Salt Lake City as a working circus elephant and lived at Liberty Park Zoo. She became fa...
08/12/2026

In 1916, Princess Alice came to Salt Lake City as a working circus elephant and lived at Liberty Park Zoo. She became famous for escaping and walking the streets of Salt Lake, as well as making planned visits to meet students at local schools. Recognizing that Liberty Park was far too small and urban to safely house a large, adventurous animal like Alice, local business leader James A. Hogle and his wife donated 42 acres at the mouth of Emigration Canyon in 1931—officially establishing Hogle Zoo to give her a safer, larger home. 🐘

Utah's Hogle Zoo

📸: George M. Ottinger Photograph Collection and Salt Lake Tribune Negative Collection

Members of UHS already have access to amazing benefits and exclusive events, but with an additional one-time $100 donati...
08/10/2026

Members of UHS already have access to amazing benefits and exclusive events, but with an additional one-time $100 donation, you can unlock the doors to Seagull Circle.

Benefits include a thank you gift, Museum of Utah Store discounts, inclusion in sponsorship for a future Museum of Utah exhibition, a one-of-a-kind Seagull lapel pin, and Seagull Circle notation on your UHS membership card.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of something special!

Learn more at history.utah.gov/seagull-circle/

Summer isn’t over just yet! Make the most of your last days of summer with a free visit to the new Museum of Utah on the...
08/07/2026

Summer isn’t over just yet! Make the most of your last days of summer with a free visit to the new Museum of Utah on the Utah State Capitol Complex, open daily.

Plan your visit at history.utah.gov/museum

Hey Utah college students! Have you submitted your application for the Utah Historical Society's Youth Advisory Council ...
08/06/2026

Hey Utah college students! Have you submitted your application for the Utah Historical Society's Youth Advisory Council yet? The deadline is Monday, August 10 so there's still time!

This is a PAID opportunity for Utah's Gen Z community to participate in shaping future UHS programs. Students do not need to be in a history or related program– we encourage students from all areas of study and professional interests to participate!

This is a flexible, mostly virtual opportunity designed to fit into your busy schedule, requiring just 5-6 hours per month over the course of one year. Best of all, it includes a $900 stipend! Whether you are studying history, STEM, business, or the arts at any public or private institution in Utah, your unique voice and perspective are needed.

APPLY TODAY at https://forms.gle/zjop4KEY1o5ZEBEXA

Being a member of the Utah Historical Society means supporting a great cause. It also means becoming part of a vibrant c...
08/06/2026

Being a member of the Utah Historical Society means supporting a great cause. It also means becoming part of a vibrant community dedicated to fostering curiosity about the past, informing the present, and strengthening our shared future.

As a UHS member, you'll:
- Receive digital access to the Utah Historical Quarterly, along with every issue published since 1928
- Get exclusive Member Monthly emails with event information and behind-the-scenes insights
- Enjoy priority access and registration for special events and programs, including our exciting Member Month activities
- Receive exclusive discounts at the Museum Store
- Unlock unique benefits tailored to your membership level, from waived research fees to invitations to our annual history awards

Join us in exploring, learning, and preserving Utah's rich history. Your membership makes a difference! https://history.utah.gov/join/

🏆 Call for history award nominations! The Utah Historical Society’s annual awards recognize individuals and organization...
08/05/2026

🏆 Call for history award nominations! The Utah Historical Society’s annual awards recognize individuals and organizations that have made a significant contribution to history, historic preservation, community history and scholarship in Utah.

Self nominations and outside nominations for Outstanding Achievement are now open til August 31.

Nominations for General Utah History Article are open til Sept 2.

Submit your nomination or learn more at https://history.utah.gov/awards/

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