Archaeology and Historic Preservation
Join us for a month of celebration and discovery! May is Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month in Utah, and all month long there are events, stories, and experiences that you will love. From webinars to hikes, museums to main streets, you are sure to find new ways to connect with the past.
Events
All across the state experts are waiting to show you this place in a whole new way.
K-12 Resources
Want to bring the past into the classroom? Browse our collection of educator resources and get inspired.
Videos
Explore webinar topics from years passed and join the over 10,000 people who have watched them!
What is Archaeology?
Archaeology is the study of past humans through the analysis of their physical traces. People have lived in Utah for over 13,000 years with no interruption, and we have over 100,000 known archaeological sites. More are discovered everyday, and we are always learning about the past.
What is Historic Preservation
Historic Preservation is the practice of conserving historical buildings, objects, and landscapes. We do this to maintain the unique and historic fabric of our cities and towns, and to honor the historically significant people, places, and events that can be found in every community.
About Our Posters
Every year our official Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month poster puts the spotlight on an important subject, place, or people from Utah's past. Download this years posters below!
When posting on social media use the hashtag #UtahAHPMonth2025
Hint : PDF files work best for printing, JPG files are best for digital uses
Our Impact
Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month has had a big impact! This poster, presented at the 2024 Winter Meeting of the Utah Professional Archaeological Council, describes how your participation directly influences how people in Utah and beyond interact with the past.
Join Our Community
The success of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month is owed to the dozens of partner organizations that donate time, funds, and knowledge. By joining this group, you can learn from others and get support for your AHP Month plans.
