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Explore a cotton blanket woven at the Washington, Utah cotton mill—an Artifact of the Month highlighting the Cotton Mission and pioneer industry.

Start the new year with the January 2026 Muse News from the McQuarrie Memorial Museum. Download the full newsletter for events, updates, and ways to get involved.

The McQuarrie Memorial Museum will be temporarily closed December 8, 2025–January 2, 2026, for essential roof repairs. Learn more and review modified holiday hours here.

Discover the inspiring history of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and its pioneer roots through a special presentation by former Choir member Jon Green.

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.

Patricia Kent explores the Virgin River Anasazi and the cultural and spiritual meaning of Native American petroglyphs found in Southern Utah. Watch the recorded presentation from the McQuarrie Memorial Museum.

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.

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.

Lauren Webb’s May 2025 Third Weekend Event explores the puzzling 19th-century shooting of John Tobin in southern Utah.

We are so sorry to have to cancel the April 19, 2025 3rd Weekend Event due to a conflict with our presenter, Clive Romney. We will...

Our March Third Weekend Event featured Kevin Henson, who brought the story of the Mormon Battalion to life through trail songs, stories, and firsthand research.

Jerry Atkin shared the compelling story of the New Castle Reclamation Company’s early 20th-century efforts to irrigate Southern Utah’s desert lands. His presentation explored the project’s ambition, challenges, and lasting historical significance.

January 18, 2025: What a fun and interesting day we had learning about the Pistols of the Old West. Robert Singleton, a local...

In December 2024, Natalie Familia gave a wonderful presentation and demonstration of pioneer baking. What does it take to make an apple...

We are happy to announce that Jerry Atkin will be presenting his "New Castle Reclamation Co." on February 15, 2025 at 10 AM. We are...

Pioneer Era 1847-1869 with Teresa Orton, Museum Director. Hosted by the McQuarrie Memorial Museum.

History of Tea and the Pioneers presentation by Nancy Carlton. Hosted by the McQuarrie Memorial Historical Museum.

Creative Quilts with Janie Argyle Presentation. Hosted by the McQuarrie Memorial Historical Museum

"The pioneering spirit of leaders like Mayor William T. Atkin set the stage for the thriving community we see today."

Presented by Robert Singleton "One Ton" Member of the Dixie Desperados