Scenic Drive and Capitol Gorge Historic District is significant under Criterion A in the area of| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Utah Main Street (UMS) is excited to announce that over $315,000 in funding has been awarded to seven historic buildings from communities throughout Utah. These properties have been selected to receive Round 1 of UMS’s 2025 Revive & Reside grants. The owners are taking important steps to bring new life to their historic downtowns by revitalizing beloved buildings that were sitting vacant or underutilized, and rehabilitating them to create new spaces for both vibrant businesses and much-need...| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Hike and run to support Utah history at the Stewardship Strut. Register now!| ushpo.utah.gov
Howdy UCSS volunteers and partners! We’re glad to have you back for another bimonthly month in review post, gathering all of our social media shares from the last while in case you missed them. We spent a lot of May and June getting prepared for the Buffalo Soldier Heritage Trail Kick-off event, so get ready to see some Buffalo Soldier fun facts!| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
On a private location within Utah’s renowned Nine Mile Canyon, lies a rich and unique archaeological landscape. Known for its dense concentration of ancient sites, this area offers a rare glimpse into the history of early cultures that once inhabited Utah. Recognizing the significance of these cultural resources, the private landowners applied for SHPO’s Archaeology Grant to fund a project that documented, protected, and shared the importance of these archaeological treasures. This grant-...| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
We hope that everyone has had a fantastic first month of the year. Here’s a review of our social media posts from the last month, as well as the end of December:| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
A recent archaeological survey funded by SHPO’s Archaeology Grant has uncovered new insights into southern Utah’s history. This project marks a significant step forward in documenting Native American archaeological sites in southern Utah. With $42,240 in grant support, the discoveries made on this 80-acre property not only enrich our understanding of Utah’s past but also help pave the way for long-term preservation.| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Nestled in the serene landscapes of Vernal, Utah, McConkie Ranch is home to one of North America’s most significant collections of petroglyphs. These pre-contact rock engravings provide a fascinating window into the ancient world, drawing visitors from all over to appreciate the unique, timeless artistry and cultural heritage they represent. The ranch sees thousands of visitors each year who come to marvel at these incredible cultural resources. In 2023 alone over 5,000 people visited McCon...| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Christopher W. Merritt, Utah State Historic Preservation Officer| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
By: Benjamin Pykles and Ryan Saltzgiver, Church History Department,https://history.churchofjesuschrist.org/landing/church-history-library?lang=eng&y_source=1_MzA1ODU2NzAtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Discover what’s in your own backyard!| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
by Jon Baxter, Bighorn Archaeological Consultants| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Written by Jessica Del Bozque, Project Archaeologist at Montgomery Archaeological Consultants and graduate student at Adams State University| Utah State Historic Preservation Office
Meet Kane County Steward, Katie Wallace. Katie is a Kanab local who made her way to Utah from the Bay Area in Northern California. She was introduced to the Colorado Plateau in college when she took a field studies course on the cultural history and current environmental issues that impact descendant communities in the region. Katie quickly fell in love with not only the human history but the public land access and incredible wealth of natural resources.| Utah State Historic Preservation Office