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Discover how sidesaddle designs evolved to give women greater stability and freedom on horseback, and see a historic leather sidesaddle once owned by Mary Ann Woodward.

October brings cooler weather and plenty happening at the McQuarrie Memorial Museum. Catch up on Third Weekend Events, docent training, new artifact QR codes, Gift Shoppe news, and more.

As Sheryl traveled around Utah, she began watching for historical markers—sometimes seeking them out and sometimes finding them unexpectedly. Follow her journey and discover how DUP markers preserve history in the places where it happened.

The McQuarrie Memorial Museum's 2026–2027 Third Weekend Event series features eight programs exploring people, places, and stories connected to Southern Utah history.

A newly donated Eagle Scout uniform tells the story of George Thomas Thompson, an early St. George Scouting leader whose legacy includes generations of Eagle Scouts and service at the Sugar Loaf.

Welcome to a new DUP year! Read the September 2026 Muse News for Museum updates, new artifact QR codes, upcoming events, and volunteer news.

The McQuarrie Memorial Museum's 2025–2026 Annual Report highlights a year of preservation, education, and community service, made possible by approximately 200 volunteer docents and generous community support.

The McQuarrie Memorial Museum's 2026–2027 Docent Documents are now available. Download the updated Docent Handbook, calendar, Artifact of the Month, forms, and other resources to prepare for the new docent year.

The August 2026 Muse News highlights Blue Star Museums, upcoming DUP officer training, the new Magnify Utah program, volunteer updates, and Museum news. Download the complete newsletter for all the details.

Celebrate Pioneer Day by discovering the story behind the Museum's 1947 Centennial Days Dolls. These historic parade royalty dolls are featured in our newly updated doll exhibit alongside a Shirley Temple doll and beautifully preserved vintage dolls.

The Washington East Company introduced visiting youth to pioneer life through butter making, weaving, storytelling, games, and other hands-on activities that brought history to life.

Celebrate America250 with handmade patriotic gifts from the McQuarrie Memorial Museum Gift Shoppe. Discover one-of-a-kind décor, keepsakes, children's books, and more while supporting the preservation of Washington County history.

Celebrate Independence Day, Pioneer Day, and America250 with highlights from the July 2026 Muse News. Download the full newsletter for Museum updates and announcements.

Before fireworks and loudspeakers, a historic bass drum announced the Fourth of July across St. George. Discover the story behind one of the McQuarrie Memorial Pioneer Museum's most treasured artifacts and the pioneer bands that brought the community together.

Read highlights from the June 2026 Muse News newsletter and download the full PDF for Museum updates, volunteer opportunities, Gift Shoppe news, and more.

Watch Loren Webb’s presentation on Washington County ghost towns, including Grafton, Fort Harmony, Hebron, and Shunesburg, recorded live at the McQuarrie Memorial Pioneer Museum.

See a rare historic photograph of Camp Lorenzo, an unfinished pioneer-era building north of the Virgin River, featured as the May 2026 Artifact of the Month.

Watch Dixie D. Miller’s presentation on Late Victorian to Pioneer Fashions, recorded live at the McQuarrie Memorial Pioneer Museum in April 2026.

The May 2026 Muse News is now available! Read highlights, upcoming events, and ways to get involved at the McQuarrie Memorial Pioneer Museum.

Watch the Utah Old Time Fiddlers perform live at the McQuarrie Memorial Pioneer Museum during the March 2026 Third Weekend Event.