Brigham Young University’s first women’s dormitory was constructed 1938-39 and named after generous BYU benefactor, and lover of education, Amanda Knight. After its initial use …
Utah Cultural Site Stewardship Regional Coordinators
As the Utah Cultural Site Stewardship (UCSS) Program has expanded with over 365 volunteers and 133 land managing partners, the need for additional coordination has …
The Jordan Surplus Canal
Andrew Ugan, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Sacramento District. This blog is a part of an agreement under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation …
From Shepherd to Subdivision
A tour of two blocks of Sherman Avenue, exploring its history from grazing field for sheep, to a suburb of the growing city. Southeast …
SHPO Hub in St George
The Utah SHPO staff are hitting the road and heading to St George. Get to know the programs, grants, and financial incentives that the Utah …
Build an Event Workshop
You want to create an event to help celebrate Archaeology and Historic Preservation Month, but you aren’t sure where to start? You’ve come to the …
Kearns (Utah Governor’s) Mansion Tour
A beautiful Chateauesque exterior, a stunning interior, and the dramatic story of the Kearns family make the historic Kearns Mansion one of Utah ‘s architectural …
Memory Grove Park and Meditation Chapel Tour
At the base of City Creek Canyon, lies Memory Grove Park, and in it, Meditation Chapel. Memory Grove Park was purchased by Salt Lake City in 1902. …
Is My Property Eligible for the National Register?
On nearly a daily basis I receive inquiries from folks asking if their property qualifies for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). …
What is the National Register and how do I Nominate a Building? Part II
By Cory Jensen, National Register Coordinator In a previous post I gave some background on what the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) is and …
What is the National Register and how do I Nominate a Building? Part I
By Cory Jensen, National Register Coordinator As the National Register Coordinator at the Utah State Historic Preservation Office, this is a question I receive on …
Stewardship Spotlight
Meet Sally Wither, a Vernal local, who is passionate about volunteering, education, and spending time exploring the unique trails around Uintah County. Sally Wither was …