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Get a head start on your holiday shopping! The Museum Gift Shoppe is stocked with charming, handcrafted seasonal items perfect for gifting—or for bringing a little pioneer-inspired joy into your home.

Enjoy Kathleen Broeder’s insightful October program, “Pioneer Education,” now available to watch on our YouTube channel. Explore how early Utah students learned, worked, and built community through education.

November’s featured artifact is a rare photo of the Woodward School — St. George’s first permanent brick schoolhouse, completed in 1901. Learn about George Woodward’s dedication to education and how early residents built the foundation for learning in southern Utah.

Fall has arrived in Washington County! This November, we’re giving thanks for our dedicated docents, donors, and visitors. Read about upcoming events, including our Third Weekend presentation on Pioneer Education, and a reminder about our holiday hours.

New handcrafted treasures have arrived at the Pioneer Museum Gift Shop! Stop by to browse dolls, quilts, and more—each lovingly made by local DUP members.

Discover this month’s featured artifact — a tomahawk once owned by Cannon “Pete” Gardner. Discover its cultural significance and how it relates to our upcoming event, which explores Native American history and petroglyphs.

Cooler weather brings exciting updates at the McQuarrie Memorial Museum! Read the October Muse News for event details, volunteer opportunities, Gift Shoppe updates, and essential information about the museum’s December roof renovation and temporary closure.

Experience the magic of Clive Romney’s September presentation as he weaves pioneer history and family stories through song. Watch the full recording and rediscover the power of heritage, storytelling, and community.

September’s Artifact of the Month is a pair of pioneer baby socks, hand-knitted from wool processed at the Cotton Factory in Washington City.

New pioneer story books now available in the Pioneer Museum Gift Shop—perfect for families, schools, and history lovers.

Recognizing the McQuarrie Memorial Museum Board Members for their dedication and leadership in preserving pioneer history.

Catch the highlights from the September 2025 McQuarrie Memorial Museum Newsletter—docent reminders, Gift Shoppe updates, and upcoming events.

The DUP at Hurricane Peach Days shared pioneer traditions with a float, peach cobbler, and a booth highlighting the McQuarrie Memorial Museum.

The McQuarrie Memorial Museum is excited to share the new Third Weekend Events 2025–2026 schedule! Join us on the third Saturday of each month for free programs featuring history, music, and pioneer traditions.

The DUP Docent Documents for 2025–2026 are now available online! Access the updated calendar, artifacts of the month, forms, and other helpful resources to support your service at the McQuarrie Memorial Museum.

Catch up with the August 2025 edition of the McQuarrie Memorial Museum Newsletter. Highlights include docent sign-ups, recent Gift Shoppe donations, and a look back at the museum’s popular participation in the Utah Pin Quest.

We’re grateful for the amazing McQuarrie Memorial Museum staff—volunteers who keep the museum running with dedication and heart.

Join the Utah Pin Quest at McQuarrie McQuarrie Memorial Museum joins the Utah Pin Quest! Visit us this summer, collect your exclusive Golden Eagle pin, and explore pioneer history statewide.

The McQuarrie Memorial Museum thanks our docents for bringing pioneer history to life and creating a warm, memorable experience for every visitor.

Welcome to the July 2025 edition of Muse News from the McQuarrie Memorial Museum! Get updates on the Utah Pin Quest, August trainings, Gift Shoppe, and more.