Uncovering Hidden Treasures: The Extraordinary Story of the St. George Drug Company Collection
Imagine stumbling upon a treasure trove of history encapsulated in a collection of bottles and items, whispering long-forgotten tales of...
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Teresa Orton
- Jul 1
- 1 min
Museum Annual Report 2023-2024
Learn about the Museum's major accomplishments in the past year and our plans for next year!
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director3455
- May 19
- 1 min
Celebrating "Hats off to Ten Years" with DUP Purple Sage Camp
We had a delightful "Hats off to Ten Years" tea with the DUP Purple Sage Camp. The event featured a beautiful program organized by Geri...
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Teresa Orton
- May 18
- 1 min
Pioneer Era 1847-1869 by Teresa Orton
Pioneer Era 1847-1869 with Teresa Orton, Museum Director. Hosted by the McQuarrie Memorial Museum.
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Teresa Orton
- Apr 20
- 1 min
History of Tea by Nancy Carlton
History of Tea and the Pioneers presentation by Nancy Carlton. Hosted by the McQuarrie Memorial Historical Museum.
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director3455
- Apr 15
- 1 min
DUP Daughters Shine at Washington County Fair Parade
Our DUP Daughters had an incredible day participating in the Washington County Fair Parade! We are thrilled to announce that we won the...
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Teresa Orton
- Mar 16
- 1 min
Creative Quilts by Janie Argyle
Creative Quilts with Janie Argyle Presentation. Hosted by the McQuarrie Memorial Historical Museum
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director3455
- Mar 9
- 1 min
Washington East Company 2024 Jubilee
The Washington East Company 2024 Jubilee, sponsored by Washington Fields Camp, was a delightful event held on March 9, 2024. We extend...
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Teresa Orton
- Feb 17
- 1 min
Mayors of St George by Dan McArthur
"The pioneering spirit of leaders like Mayor William T. Atkin set the stage for the thriving community we see today."
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Teresa Orton
- Feb 6
- 1 min
Smithsonian Exhibit "Crossroads: Change in Rural America"
The DUP McQuarrie Memorial Museum is one of the participating museums in the project "Crossroads: Change in Washington County". This...
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Teresa Orton
- Nov 18, 2023
- 1 min
Cattle Brands of Southern Utah by Lyman Hafen
"The branding iron was more than just a tool; it was a symbol of ownership, pride, and survival for the early settlers."
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director3455
- Jun 7, 2023
- 1 min
Veyo DUP Camp Celebrated for New Memberships at Awards Luncheon
On June 7, 2023, the Washington West Company Board Members honored the Veyo DUP Camp for adding the most new memberships during the...
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director3455
- Mar 26, 2023
- 1 min
Museum Director Receives Community Service Award
Teresa Orton, Director of the McQuarrie Memorial Museum in St. George, Utah, was awarded the 2022 Daughters of the American Revolution...
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director3455
- May 20, 2022
- 1 min
McQuarrie Memorial Museum Board of Directors Honored with Prestigious Award
The McQuarrie Memorial Museum Board of Directors has been honored with the prestigious Daughters of American Revolution (DAR) Historic...
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director3455
- Jun 1, 2021
- 1 min
Indian Hills Camp Wins New Member Contest for 2020-2021
Congratulations to the Indian Hills Camp for winning the contest for the most new members during the 2020-2021 year! The camp...
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director3455
- Jun 1, 2021
- 1 min
Washington West Installation of New Officers for 2021-2023
The Washington West Company is proud to announce the installation of its new officers for the 2021-2023 term. The new leadership team is...
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director3455
- May 26, 2021
- 1 min
Washington Company Installed New Officers for 2021-2023
Washington Company Installed new Company Officers on May 26, 2021. Company President, Linda Lees; Judy Peterson, Company 1st Vice...
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director3455
- Apr 29, 2021
- 1 min
Washington East Installs New Company Officers for 2021-2023
The Washington East Company is excited to announce the installation of its new officers for the 2021-2023 term. In a ceremony marked by a...
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Teresa Orton
- Nov 10, 2020
- 1 min
Sewing & Native American items
Howe sewing machine is one of the very first sewing machines, invented in 1846, and has beautiful inlay decoration.
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Teresa Orton
- Nov 10, 2020
- 1 min
Christopher Riding Display
He was a tin smith, instrumental in decorating a lot of our buildings. The evidence of his work is still in existence today.
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